Ridvan 2026

Ridvan 2026

An exploration of key themes in the Ridvan 2026 message of the Universal House of Justice to the Baha'is of the World.  The song includes a number of lines directly quoting from the message.  The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan but the musical composition, instruments and vocals were AI-facilitated. The lyrics are as follows: [verse] We launch into the greater phase of the Plan With confidence, conviction and clarity Undaunted by the world’s swelling turmoil Helping chart the course for a lost humanity As community emerges - as a more conspicuous part of the Plan With a culture of agency and support hand in hand Our youth lead the charge – against a world of conflict and divide They resist the impulse to condemn – [both] serving side by side [Chorus] [choir] We need to be swift to act – and eager to learn With new patterns of action – new patterns to discern It’s time for a Profound insightful conversation A shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations [verse] Hope is a scarce and precious resource But we have conviction for humanity We’re ever hopeful and firm in our hope Because through experience we see a higher reality Our Persian believers shelter the flame of hope [Ney accent] They’re ever patient, resilient and true As they serve their neighbors – and help them cope Committed to principle – in all they do [Chorus] [choir] We need to be swift to act – and eager to learn With new patterns of action – new patterns to discern It’s time for a Profound insightful conversation A shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations It’s time for a Profound insightful conversation A shaping of actions, interactions and aspirations [outro]

Society Builders (in Persian)

This is a Persian version (in Farsi) of the Society Builders podcast series them song.  The original lyrics are by Dr. Duane Varan with the musical composition, translation, vocals and instrumentation all AI-facilitated. Lyrics are as follows: سازندگانِ جامعه، راهو می‌کنن باز به سوی دنیایی بهتر، به سوی فردایی ساز با همدلی و همفکری، در مسیرِ ساختن جامعه‌ای تازه و نو، با امید و پرداختن بحرانی بزرگ افتاده بر جانِ بشر از نبودِ یگانگی، دل‌ها شده در به در اکنون وقتِ راهی نو، وقتِ تغییرِ فضاست برای ساختن فردا، جامعه‌ای که زیباست ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگو برای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه ⸻ [بند] با جامعه‌های محلی خودت همراه شو تو دلِ این فرصت‌ها، دنبالِ یک راه شو می‌تونیم فضا رو ببریم رو به اوج حال‌وهوای دنیا رو بسازیم مثل موج ⸻ [بند] این الگو داره عوض می‌شه، رو به پیش پر از حسِ امید و نور، پر از آرامش و خویش یه ضربِ نو، یه آهنگ، یه حسِ تازه و ناب یه ریتمِ نو تو راهه، پر از انرژی و تاب ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگو برای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه ⸻ [بند] آیین بهائی داره حرف‌های عمیق نشون می‌ده راهی نو، روشن و دقیق با گفت‌وگو و اقدام، در مسیرِ یگانگی که چارچوبش وحدته، راهِ همگانگی حالا وقتشه بلند شیم، قوی‌تر از همیشه تعالیم اسم اعظم، راهی که می‌اندیشه برخیزیم سوی شکوه، سوی اون سرنوشت که در انتظار ماست، روشن و پر از بهشت ⸻ [کورس] بیا تو این گفت‌وگو برای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه بیا تو این گفت‌وگو برای تغییرِ رو به رو سازندگانِ جامعه سازندگانِ جامعه

Constructive Resilience

Song exploring the theme of 'Constructive Resilience', a term coined by the Universal House of Justice to describe the response of the Baha'is in Iran to systematic persecution.  The lyrics are composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, vocals and instrumentation are all AI-facilitated. The lyrics to the song are as follows: No matter how bleak the immediate horizons No matter how dark things may seem While we obey our oppressor’s rule It is our Faith that stands supreme We neither succumb in resignation Nor imitate the patterns we reject We walk through every storm of trial Faithful to our character, in every respect [chorus] Like the organs of a body,  Each part different but aligned Through our constructive resilience  A new pattern you will find Our conscious can’t be stilled  Because our destiny will be fulfilled [bridge] Constructive resilience Constructive resilience [verse] It’s an unbroken record of service With means consistent with its ends It’s an integrity that is never shaken As we serve our fellow friends Because no matter how dark the horizon No matter how grim the day at hand We know our future is bright and luminous As all will celebrate the Persian land [chorus] Like the organs of a body,  Each part different but aligned Through our constructive resilience  A new pattern you will find Our conscious can’t be stilled  Because our destiny will be fulfilled [bridge] Constructive resilience Constructive resilience Constructive resilience Constructive resilience

Bright Horizon's Beckon (UHJ Message of Dec 31, 2025)

This song is a reflection of the message of the Universal House of Justice to the Conference of the Continental Board of Counsellors dated December 31, 2025.  The message explores progress in the first phase of the Nine Year Plan.  The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, voices and instruments were all AI-facilitated.  The words to the song are as follows: As we lay down solid foundations - For our communities With capacity building in action – for the needs of societies Together we learn and discover – There’s no formula to succeed  It’s a habit of the mind – a culture of learning we need [Chorus] Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into view Our relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anew We live with acute awareness - of the divine remedy Seizing every chance to respond - as we read society [verse] We arise with a heightened spirit – building havens of peace for all Rising above the world’s unabating distractions – as we arise to respond to the call It’s a steady, patient process – where growth is organic you see As our friends and neighbors join us – together shaping our reality [Chorus] Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into view Our relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anew We live with acute awareness - of the divine remedy Seizing every chance to respond - as we read society [short musical interlude] [Chorus] [octave step up] Bright horizons beckon – as new realities come into view Our relationship with society evolves – as we build the world anew We live with acute awareness - of the divine remedy Seizing every chance to respond - as we read society

The Ascension of Abdul-Baha

Song commemorating the ascension of Abdul-Baha on November 28, 1921.  The song is based on a letter from the Universal House of Justice commemorating the centenary of Abdul-Baha's passing.  The lyrics were composed by Dr. Duane Varan while the musical composition, vocals and instrumentation were all AI-facilitated. The words to the song are as follows: [verse] [male vocals] Thousands came – from every faith and creed Paying tribute to the man – who administered to their every need Abdul-Baha had now ascended – winging His way to His eternal home And Baha’is the whole world over – suddenly felt so alone [bridge] His passing saw the setting of the Heroic age you see His life forms the center and the pivot for the unity of humanity [chorus] [choir] His message was to join him – in service and self sacrifice Building the oneness of humanity – cultivating a new paradise His example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our community He’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í  identity [verse] [male vocals] He’s the unerring interpreter, the embodiment of every ideal Nothing kept Him from His mission – no peril, obstacle or ordeal  His love revived, nurtured and inspired – He’s the essence of purity In His example we see devotion – the standard for true integrity [bridge] His wish was for all to join Him – in a path of servitude Facing life’s test with resolution – with a new fortitude  [chorus] [choir] His message was to join him – in service and self sacrifice Building the oneness of humanity – cultivating a new paradise His example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our community He’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í  identity His example so clearly guides us – He's a beacon for our community He’s the Center of the Covenant –the standard for Bahá’í  identity [outro]