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As a proudly Australian initiative, we’re excited to showcase a collection of Australian stories, music, tributes and more.
Baha’i Blog Studio Sessions is an initiative where we invite Baha’is and their friends from around the world to come into a studio and share the Baha’i Writings put to music.
In this Baha’i Blog Studio Session, we’re in Sydney, Australia with Cherie and Lawrence Heggie who sing “Hundred Thousand” based on the Writings of Abdu’l-Baha.
This song was filmed and recorded in Sydney, Australia in December 2023.
O Thou who art turning thy face towards God! Close thine eyes to all things else, and open them to the realm of the All-Glorious. Ask whatsoever thou wishest of Him alone; seek whatsoever thou seekest from Him alone. With a look He granteth a hundred thousand hopes, with a glance He healeth a hundred thousand incurable ills, with a nod He layeth balm on every wound, with a glimpse He freeth the hearts from the shackles of grief. He doeth as He doeth, and what recourse have we? He carrieth out His Will, He ordaineth what He pleaseth. Then better for thee to bow down thy head in submission, and put thy trust in the All-Merciful Lord.
Capo 2nd fret
Verses: G F G F
Right before chorus: Am
Chorus: Dm F Bb C
You can also listen to the audio version of this song on Baha’i Blog’s Soundcloud page here: “Hundred Thousand” by Cherie & Lawrence
Watch the entire Studio Sessions video series on Baha’i Blog’s YouTube Channel here: Baha’i Blog Studio Sessions playlist
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Dear Bahá’í friends, it warms my heart to see the younger generations playing and singing new songs. I’ve been out of the community for quite some time, but I still cherish the memories from the early ’90s in Bolivia, especially in Nur. Back then, we created these wonderful Bahá’í cafés where people would gather to sing, share stories, and enjoy a good laugh. It was a special place, full of warmth and creativity, where young people could express themselves freely.
When I was younger, we had the privilege of teaching through the arts. We made cassettes—yes, those old cassettes!—with Fritz and Roja Affolter, recorded through the LSA in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. I also remember ‘Rompe El Silencio,’ a cassette that was presented at the Bahá’í Conference in Chile. Those were special times.
If someone in your community is developing or nurturing these Bahá’í cafés, I encourage you to keep going. These spaces are so important, not just for creativity and connection but also for prayer and reflection.
Victor Unda (September 9, 2024 at 4:27 AM)