In the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh we find that He “abolishes the institution of priesthood; prohibits slavery, asceticism, mendicancy, monasticism, penance, the use of pulpits and the kissing of hands; prescribes monogamy; condemns cruelty to animals, idleness and sloth, backbiting and calumny; censures divorce; interdicts gambling, the use of opium, wine and other intoxicating drinks ... stresses the importance of marriage and lays down its essential conditions; imposes the obligation of engaging in some trade or profession, exalting such occupation to the rank of worship; emphasizes the necessity of providing the means for the education of children ...”

The chief principle of Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings is “the oneness and wholeness of the human race.” This is the pivotal point of all that He taught. The purpose of the Bahá’í Faith is to unite the entire world in one common faith and one common social order. We may perhaps state that Bahá’u’lláh’s second challenging contribution to the unity of the human race is a set of principles and a social structure designed to produce justice. He called justice “the best beloved of all things” in the sight of God. He urged moderation and warned against fanaticism and excesses of all kinds. The acquiring of education is essential to everyone. True religion and science are in agreement. Consultation is the key method for the settling of disputes and for developing plans and policies for the common good.