Non-involvement in partisan politics

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Non-involvement in partisan politics

Following a framework set down by Bahá'u'lláh, Bahá'í communities conduct their business through a distinctive system of freely elected governing councils that challenge commonly accepted ideas about the inherent limitations of democracy.

The Bahá'í teachings also stress the importance of obedience to civil government and laws. While Bahá'ís may accept non-partisan government posts or appointments, they do not engage in partisan political activity-- including the discussion of individual candidates or parties. As individuals, however, Bahá'ís are free to vote according to their conscience in civic elections.

Questions about money--or, how Bahá'ís raise funds

Bahá'u'lláh forbade accepting funds for Bahá'í purposes from outside sources in any form. Accordingly, Bahá'í Institutions are supported solely by the registered membership of the Bahá'í Faith.

Bahá'ís are encouraged to give to the Bahá'í Fund on a regular basis. Local and national finances are usually discussed at each Nineteen-Day Feast. All individual contributions are, however, strictly voluntary and confidential.

The Bahá'í World Centre [pg. 47]

"Excerpted from The Bahá'ís, a publication of the Bahá'í International Community."

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