A Single UNFOLDING Revelation – The Baha’i Faith T-Shirt

One of the challenges of teaching the Baha’i Faith is the fact that in the last 50 years, many other religions have adopted a number of our social and spiritual principles. The Pope has said that Heaven and Hell are spiritual states, not places. Many religions talk about unity and racial harmony. Even the idea that there is truth in all religions is no longer unusual. So what sets the Baha’i Faith apart, other than a new Prophet and an Administrative Order (aspects that may turn off more people than they attract)?

One answer is the concept of Progressive Revelation. Different religions don’t just coexist, they are consecutive and coherent. They aren’t just spokes on a wheel leading to the same God, they are rungs on a ladder that progress upwards.

The phrase “One Loving Creator, One Unfolding Religion, One Human Family,” which I created and is now used at the House of Worship, begins to express this idea, but it is entirely possible to misinterpret “one unfolding religion” as a saying that the Baha’i Faith is unfolding without incorporating any other religion.

“One Light – Many Lamps” is also one way to express this idea, but again, one could see religions as different lamps without understanding their coherent relationship to one another.

This new presentation of the idea leaves no room for doubt as to the unfolding interconnected relationship between religions. It identifies the Baha’i Faith, not just as the last symbol in a series, but as the current name for the entire unfolding religion.  It is, after all, the “Changeless faith of God, eternal in the past, eternal in the future.” By using the word “revelation” it avoids another word that can turn people away. Religion is the structure, which can be warped and manipulated by humans, but Revelation is the pure guidance given to us by the Prophets and is universal and eternal.

Note: The AI generated pictures are to capture the spirit of the shirt. For the best representation of the design, look at the close-up pictures of the shirts in different colors. (I try to avoid AI images, but it is the only way to get pictures of my shirts on someone other than the two others you see here.)

This shirt is the first of what will be a series of new materials presenting this theme. I hope you like it.

This is a Print-on-Demand product, which is custom made specifically for you after you order it, so it is not returnable unless it is defective. Please check the sizing chart before ordering. They are shipped directly from our printing partners, so you will see a separate shipping charge listed at checkout. They may also take a few days longer to arrive

The Gildan Softstyle® 64000 redefines casual comfort with a modern unisex cut and ultra-soft materials. Solid colors are 100% cotton, while heathers and sport grey use polyester blends for added durability. Shoulders are reinforced with twill tape, there are no side seams for a smoother fit, and the ribbed-knit collar helps prevent curling. Whether for printing or everyday wear, the Gildan 64000 stands out as a dependable wardrobe staple.

Disclaimer:
– Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white.
– Sleeve prints and neck labels are produced using DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing technology. This applies only to products fulfilled by the print providers OPT OnDemand and Shirt Monkey among the providers offering this item.

.: Made with 100% ring-spun cotton, the Gildan 64000 from the Gildan Softstyle® collection is a lightweight fabric (4.5 oz/yd² (153 g/m²)) that feels blissful to wear all year round.
.: The classic fit with the crew neckline deliver a clean, versatile style that can match any occasion, whether it’s formal or semi-formal.
.: All shirts feature a pearlized, tear-away label for total wearing comfort.
.: Made using ethically grown and harvested US cotton. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.
.: Fabric blends: Heather colors – 35% ring-spun cotton, 65% polyester; Sport Grey and Antique colors – 90% cotton, 10% polyester, Graphite Heather – 50% ring-spun cotton, 50% polyester

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Product information: Gildan 5000B, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC

Warnings, Hazard: For children, Blank product sourced from Bangladesh

Care instructions: Machine wash: warm (max 40C or 105F), Non-chlorine: bleach as needed, Tumble dry: medium heat, Iron, steam or dry: low heat, Do not dry clean