Ridvan celebrates Baha’u’llah’s time in 1863 in the garden of Ridvan in Baghdad when He publicly declared His station as a Manifestation of God. The Ridvan Festival is 12 days long and is also the time of year when Baha’is elect their governing bodies.
This short video called “Are Humans Really Selfish?” is produced by the UK Baha’i Office of Public Affairs. It explores how western society is built on the assumption that humans are inherently selfish. Responses to Covid-19, however, have demonstrated our collective capacity to be selfless and altruistic. The video asks: Can we reconsider some of our fundamental beliefs at this unique moment? What is the best way to harness human potential? What would the world be like if it was understood that we all have an inherent capacity for altruism and self-sacrifice?
If you enjoyed this video, you might also enjoy these animations by the UK Baha’i Office of Public Affairs:
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