House Of Worship

A Baháʼí House of Worship, also known as a Baháʼí temple or Mashriqu’l-Adhkár (meaning “Dawning-place of the Mention of God”), is a place of worship in the Baháʼí Faith. These temples are open to all people, regardless of background or religion, and are dedicated to the unity of God, religion, and humanity. Each structure is uniquely designed, often incorporating nine sides and entrances, symbolizing inclusiveness and the openness of the Faith. While used for prayer and meditation, Baháʼí Houses of Worship do not have sermons, rituals, or clergy. They are often surrounded by gardens and envisioned as the spiritual center of a larger complex that may include schools, hospitals, and other service-oriented institutions, reflecting the Baháʼí principle of worship linked with service to humanity.

The Houses of Worship are open throughout the week to both Baháʼís and non-Baháʼís for prayer and reflection, weekly devotional services are occasionally held. Scriptural texts from all religions may be recited inside, but sermons, ritualistic ceremonies, and readings from non-scriptural texts are not allowed.

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The Bahá’ís of Zambia

Bahá’ís can be found throughout Zambia, in rural and urban settings, walking on a path of service with their friends and family to help make the society they live in a united one. Their actions are guided by Bahá’u’lláh’s vision of the oneness of humanity. “The peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God.”

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National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of Zambia
Private Bag RW227X,
15102 Ridgeway,
Lusaka Zambia

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