“The impulse to pray is a natural one springing from man’s love to God” -`Abdu’l-Bahá
One of our deepest human longings is to commune with our Creator. Praying together at a fixed time and place, in addition to strengthening bonds of unity and affection, brings a certain structure and realism to an activity in which our finite mortal minds reach out to the Infinite. At Baha’i devotional gatherings prayers are read from the Bahá’í Scriptures as well as from the scriptures of the major revealed Religions such as Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Hinduism. Everyone is welcome to participate. There is no established ritual and no collection of funds. In the Bahá’í Faith prayer is not congregational; one person prays at a time while the others are silent. Participants are encouraged to bring prayers or favorite passages from the scriptures to share.
“Remembrance of God is like the rain and dew which bestow freshness and grace on flowers and hyacinths, revive them and cause them to acquire fragrance, redolence and renewed charm.” -`Abdu’l-Bahá
In Burlingame we hold devotional gatherings in our homes and neighborhoods. Check the calendar for times and dates.
