Universal House of Justice, Haifa
The Universal House of Justice is the supreme governing institution of the Bah谩'铆 Faith, established in 1963 and headquartered in Haifa. It is responsible for the overall direction and administration of the worldwide Bah谩'铆 community.
The Universal House of Justice is composed of nine members who are elected every five years by delegates from the National Spiritual Assemblies, the governing bodies of Bah谩'铆 communities in each country. The members of the Universal House of Justice are chosen for their spiritual qualities and administrative abilities, and they serve without remuneration.
The Universal House of Justice is responsible for a wide range of activities, including guiding the spiritual and material progress of the Bah谩'铆 community, promoting the unity and coherence of the Faith, establishing and coordinating Bah谩'铆 institutions and projects, and representing the Bah谩'铆 community to the world.
One of the most important functions of the Universal House of Justice is to interpret the teachings of the Bah谩'铆 Faith and provide guidance on how to apply them in a changing world. The House of Justice also issues statements on important issues facing humanity, such as human rights, social justice, and the environment.
The Universal House of Justice is located in a building on Mount Carmel. The building also houses offices of the Bah谩'铆 World Centre. It was constructed with 60 Corinthian columns around it to mirror the design of the International Archives. Designed by architect Hossein Amanat, it was completed in 1982 during the second stage of building on the Arc. The edifice is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is open to visitors who wish to learn more about the Bah谩'铆 Faith and its governance.
The Universal House of Justice is composed of nine members who are elected every five years by delegates from the National Spiritual Assemblies, the governing bodies of Bah谩'铆 communities in each country. The members of the Universal House of Justice are chosen for their spiritual qualities and administrative abilities, and they serve without remuneration.
The Universal House of Justice is responsible for a wide range of activities, including guiding the spiritual and material progress of the Bah谩'铆 community, promoting the unity and coherence of the Faith, establishing and coordinating Bah谩'铆 institutions and projects, and representing the Bah谩'铆 community to the world.
One of the most important functions of the Universal House of Justice is to interpret the teachings of the Bah谩'铆 Faith and provide guidance on how to apply them in a changing world. The House of Justice also issues statements on important issues facing humanity, such as human rights, social justice, and the environment.
The Universal House of Justice is located in a building on Mount Carmel. The building also houses offices of the Bah谩'铆 World Centre. It was constructed with 60 Corinthian columns around it to mirror the design of the International Archives. Designed by architect Hossein Amanat, it was completed in 1982 during the second stage of building on the Arc. The edifice is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is open to visitors who wish to learn more about the Bah谩'铆 Faith and its governance.
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Sight Name: Universal House of Justice
Sight Location: Haifa, Israel (See walking tours in Haifa)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Haifa, Israel (See walking tours in Haifa)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Haifa, Israel
Create Your Own Walk in Haifa
Creating your own self-guided walk in Haifa is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Haifa Introduction Walking Tour
Built in tiers extending from the Mediterranean up the north slope of Mount Carmel, the city of Haifa is a busy seaport and a key gateway to Israel.
The area of present-day Haifa has been inhabited since Biblical times, spanning in history more than 3,000 years. Throughout the millennia, it has changed hands numerous times, being conquered and ruled by various kingdoms and empires including the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
The area of present-day Haifa has been inhabited since Biblical times, spanning in history more than 3,000 years. Throughout the millennia, it has changed hands numerous times, being conquered and ruled by various kingdoms and empires including the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Bahai World Center Tour
The Bahai Faith is a monotheistic religion that stemmed from Shi驶a Islam in the 19th century. Since its emergence, the religion has spread its influence to many parts of the world, with its spiritual and administrative center established in Israel.
The Bahai World Centre in Haifa is a religious complex that comprises several buildings, the most notable of which is the Shrine of the Bab, a holy... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
The Bahai World Centre in Haifa is a religious complex that comprises several buildings, the most notable of which is the Shrine of the Bab, a holy... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles