[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16471]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         THE BICENTENNIAL BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BAHA'I FAITH

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                           HON. LYNN JENKINS

                               of kansas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 24, 2017

  Ms. JENKINS of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 200th 
anniversary of the birth of Baha'u'llah, the founder of the Baha'i 
Faith. The message from the Baha'i faith has been that of justice, 
unity, and peace. I am proud to join my Baha'i constituents in Kansas 
and those around the world to recognize the occasion of the 
Bicentennial Birth Anniversary of the Baha'I faith.
  The Baha'i Faith first arrived in the U.S. over 120 years ago and now 
the Baha'is live not only in my state of Kansas, but in every state of 
our union. Wherever they may live, Baha'is champion the principles of 
their faith and strive to build a better world by being good citizens, 
serving their communities, as well as working side by side with others 
to promote the common good.
  Our world would do well to follow the example of Baha'u'llah, as he 
was known for his charity, service to others, and known as a father to 
the poor. I am grateful for this opportunity to wish the entire Baha'i 
community the very best as they continue to be an example of common 
respect and service to their fellow man.

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