The Samoan Head of State from 1962-2007, His Highness Susuga Malietoa Tanumafili II, became the first reigning sovereign to accept the Bahai Faith. He dedicated the Bahai House of Worship in Tiapapata in 1984. A special commemorative service was held there on 12 January for Bahais and their friends to celebrate, reflect and review milestones in their communitys development. The Prime Minister of Samoa has expressed his gratitude to the countrys Bahai community for its long service to the development of Samoan society. The Honorable Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi made his remarks during celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Bahai Faith in the Pacific island nation. I take this opportunity to express the appreciation of the government for the important contribution that you make to the spiritual life of our country, he said. He also noted that the work of the Bahai community, along with all churches in Samoa, is paramount in bringing out the best in people.
Posted on: Sun, 09 Mar 2014 20:43:12 +0000
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