Can Bahai get divorced?

Bahá’ís disapprove strongly of divorce – Bahá’u’lláha and Abdu’l-Bahá made it clear that divorce is abhorred – but it is not banned. Divorce should be avoided most strictly by the believers, and only in rare and urgent circumstances be resorted to. This means a great deal more than just a lack of love for one’s spouse.

What does Bahai faith say about marriage?

Baháʼí marriage is union of a man and a woman. Its purpose is mainly spiritual and is to foster harmony, fellowship and unity between the two partners. The Baháʼí teachings on marriage call it a fortress for well-being and salvation and place marriage and the family as the foundation of the structure of human society.

What is forbidden in Bahai faith?

Baháʼís are forbidden to drink alcohol or to take drugs, except by a doctor’s order, because God has given human beings reason which is taken away by intoxicants that lead the mind astray. The non-medicinal use of opium and other mind-altering drugs is particularly condemned in the Baháʼí scriptures.

What is the most holy book?

the Kitáb-i-Aqdas
The supreme importance of the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, “The Most Holy Book” The doctrine of the “Most Great Infallibility” The twin duties of recognition of the Manifestation and observance of His Laws, and their inseparability. The end of all learning is the recognition of Him Who is the Object of all knowledge.

How do Baha’is get married?

Basically, Bahá’í Law pertaining to marriage requires that the parties intending to marry must obtain consent of all living natural parents. Further, the responsibility of the parents in giving their consent is unrestricted and unconditioned, but in discharging this duty they are responsible for their decision to God.

Is a spiritual marriage legal?

Like civil weddings, spiritual ceremonies can be held anywhere, and a government official usually presides over the nuptials. Friends or family members can also become ordained and marry the couple. The wedding will be legally binding as long as it’s done according to the law.

What does 9 pointed star mean?

Baha’i: The Bahai symbol of the nine-pointed star reflects the importance of the number for the Faith. The number nine is the highest single digit number symbolizes completement and the fulfillment of the expectations of all prior religions. The star is often portrayed on Bahai temples, which are nine-sided.

Who wrote the Kitab I Aqdas?

Baháʼu’lláh
Kitáb-i-Aqdas/Authors

How many wives can a Bahai have?

According to the laws and tradition of Islam, which Baháʼu’lláh would have been following at the time of his marriages, a man is allowed four wives. Baháʼí marriage laws were written in the Kitáb-i-Aqdas more than ten years after his last marriage.

Does Bahai allow polygamy?

Baha’u’llah contrary to his own laws that permits two wives, and contrary to the laws of his predecessor the Bab who only permitted a single wife, practiced polygamy and was married to three wives (officially). Unfortunately this is the true face of the Baha’i cult that is usually kept hidden from outsiders.