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Religion, the modern age, and the coming global society.

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There can no longer be much doubt that the next phase in human society is the emergence of a world civilization.

The processes by which such a new planetary life is being constructed are collectively known as "globalization." And while the debate continues over whether globalization is a good thing or a bad thing, few doubt its inexorable advance.

Globalization is driven by forces like increased cross-border migration, the ever-expanding reach of the information media, and the accelerating integration of national economies. Such trends are unlikely to be reversed.

The real need for humanity today, then, is to agree on a set of common values by which to guide these new processes. Without a set of common values, the prospects for building a cohesive--and peaceful--global community are remote.

Throughout history, the most important source of common values in the process of community building has been religion.

"The fundamental purpose animating the Faith of God and His Religion is to safeguard the interests and promote the unity of the human race, and to foster the spirit of love and fellowship amongst men," said Baha'u'llah.

Indeed, religion, with its emphasis on moral conduct, obedience to law, selflessness, and other virtues, has been the cohesive power behind the creation...

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