Australia

Children and junior youth host families and friends in Broome, Australia

Children and youth in Broome, Australia, bring their families and friends on a journey into the past, to that momentous moment when the Báb made known His prophetic mission to His first disciple, an eager scholar and seeker of truth. Their guests enter a room decorated with stained-glass windows and a carpet where they enjoy tea and refreshments. Children also color an image of the door of the House of the Báb in Shíráz.

Celebrations reflecting on the life of the Báb

In Mildura, Australia, one bicentenary celebration included reflections on the life of the Báb as well as presentations on the activities in the community that are contributing to its unity, including one from the younger youth who announced their plans to plant trees in the town. Following this, friends from Vanuatu performed a special dance for the occasion before all were invited to enjoy the art exhibition prepared for the evening.

Dawn of the Light viewed around a campfire

At a festive neighborhood gathering in Blair Athol, Australia, the community gathers to celebrate the bicentenary with arts, music and presentations. The day ended with a screening of Dawn of the Light, around a campfire in the backyard.

Scenes from the Bab’s life portrayed in Canberra

"Friends gathered to celebrate the bicentenary in Canberra, Australia, by representing dramatic episodes of the Báb’s life, honoring the significance of His mission. "

Exhibition lights up Sydney, Australia

A neighborhood in Sydney, Australia, celebrates the bicentenary with an exhibition and community celebration on the themes of hope, resilience, and strength. The two days of festivities engaged all ages in the community and included prayer and inspirational readings as well as a community barbeque.

Celebrating the bicentenary in the Australian Parliament

In the distinguished setting of the Senate Alcove of Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, both the bicentenary of the birth of the Báb and the anniversary of the birth of Bahá’u’lláh were celebrated in an event co-hosted by the Bahá’í community and Member of Parliament Jason Falinski. The occasion was also marked by a letter from Prime Minister Scott Morrison, in which he acknowledged the Bahá’í community’s commitment to creating a harmonious Australia. In the letter, Prime Minister Morrison expressed the hope that the event would offer a moment to reflect on and draw inspiration from the Faith’s teachings, as they united in honor of all that the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh did to enrich humanity. The event was opened by the Sydney Bahá’í Temple choir singing a prayer of the Báb, setting the tone for an event that included talks from MPs, who highlighted the Faith’s world-embracing vision.

Stitch work on the bird of paradise

Struck by a calligraphic rendering of one of the names of God in the form of a bird of paradise, a member of a local stitching club in Victor Harbor, Australia, recreates the work with threads. The outline in black thread forms the words “In the name of God, the Glorious, the Most Glorious.” The piece was originally made by a well-known 19th century calligrapher from Persia known as Mishkín-Qalam.

Exhibión comunitaria explora el heroismo histórico y cotidiano

Conmovidos por el potente tema de "Qué significa ser un héroe", personas de todas las edades y procedencias ofrecen expresiones artísticas sinceras en Coffs Harbour, Australia. Las cualidades de las almas, pasadas y presentes, que dan la vida para defender la igualdad, la educación y la justicia, así como las de los héroes cotidianos como los maestros, los padres y las enfermeras, se celebran en estas obras.

Comunidades vecinas en el interior de Australia celebran

Una noche de oración, música y arte, reunió a 70 personas de dos comunidades de Australia, incluyendo a uno de los representantes del alcalde en el salón municipal local. La velada contó con expresiones artísticas de los jóvenes y un espectáculo de danza de gran espíritu que animó la sala. Los visitantes exploraron las misiones del Báb y Bahá'u'lláh, algunos principios de la Fe, y las posibilidades de extender varias actividades de construcción de comunidad que se llevan a cabo en sus barrios.

Pinturas de Sydney inspiradas en los Escritos del Báb

Esta serie de pinturas, de un artista de Sydney, Australia, fue inspirada en los Escritos.

Government officials join commemorations

In Perth, Australia, government officials join in community programs held in honor of the bicentenary of the birth of the Báb.

Celebrating unity in diversity

Unity in diversity is the central theme in the bicentenary celebrations held in a neighborhood of Sydney, Australia. People of diverse backgrounds and ages come together to dance and sing in honor of this joyous occasion.

Music uplifts neighborhood celebration

A festive neighbourhood celebration in Canberra, Australia, welcomed families with young children. A main feature of the celebration was the use of music to uplift hearts and to enable participants to reflect on the importance of selfless service to humanity as a means of transforming society.

Mystic Fane photo exhibition features images of historic locations

A series of photographs portraying some of the artifacts belonging to the Báb, His home and the persecutions faced by His believers, were displayed in a moving photographic exhibition in Cockburn, Australia.

Immersive theater performances about early followers’ encounters with the Báb

In Ballarat, Australia, the community has created an immersive garden theater experience where guests are taken on a journey to meet actors playing early followers of the Báb. The performers tell stories about encounters with the Báb and his inspiring teachings.

Illuminated calligraphy of Bahá’í writings

An artist in Australia has illuminated selections from the Bahá’í writings using watercolor paintings of scenes from nature.

Actuación teatral inmersiva de jóvenes presenta eventos que rodean las vidas del Báb y Bahá’u’lláh

Motivados por el bicentenario, un grupo de jóvenes en Melbourne, Australia, crea presentaciones dramáticas de eventos que rodean las vidas del Báb y Bahá’u’lláh. Titulada Las Luminarias Gemelas, la actuación toma la forma de teatro inmersivo, atrayendo a los miembros de la audiencia a la actuación y los lleva a lo que el grupo de teatro describe como "un viaje espiritual que encarna lo que significa amar, sacrificarse y perseverar."

Coro interpreta canciones inspiradas en los Escritos

Coro Bahá’í Nueva Era de Perth, Australia, interpreta una selección de canciones inspiradas en los Escritos. Alrededor de 200 personas asistieron a esta actuación de una hora.