Baháʼí Faith facts for kids
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The Universal House of Justice is the main governing body of the Baháʼí Faith. It is located in Haifa, Israel.
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| Type | Independent World Religion |
| Classification | Abrahamic, Iranian |
| Scripture | Kitáb-i-Aqdas, various other Baháʼí literature |
| Theology | Monotheistic |
| Region | Widely distributed as minorities with no racial or national focus |
| Headquarters | Baháʼí World Centre, Israel |
| Founder | Baháʼu'lláh |
| Origin | 19th century |
| Members | 5–8 million |
The Baháʼí Faith is a religion that started in the 1800s. It teaches that all religions are important and that all people are one family. Baháʼu'lláh founded it in Iran and the Middle East. Baháʼís have faced challenges there since the beginning. Today, about five to eight million Baháʼís live in almost every country.
The Baháʼí Faith has three main leaders from its early days. The Báb (1819–1850) was like a messenger. He told people that God would soon send a new prophet. This prophet would be similar to Jesus or Muhammad. The Báb was executed in 1850. Then, Baháʼu'lláh (1817–1892) announced in 1863 that he was that prophet. He spent most of his life in exile and prison. His son, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá (1844–1921), was freed in 1908. He traveled to Europe and the United States to share the Baháʼí teachings. After ʻAbdu'l-Bahá passed away in 1921, his grandson Shoghi Effendi (1897–1957) led the religion.
Today, Baháʼís elect local, regional, and national groups called Spiritual Assemblies. These groups manage the religion's activities. Every five years, Baháʼís worldwide elect the Universal House of Justice. This is a nine-member group that leads the global Baháʼí community. It is located in Haifa, Israel, near the Shrine of the Báb.
Baháʼí teachings explain that there is one God. This God reveals His will to humanity in a step-by-step way. He sends special messengers called Manifestations of God. These messengers are the founders of major world religions. For example, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad came before the Báb and Baháʼu'lláh. Baháʼís believe that all major religions have the same main goal. They might have different social practices or ways of understanding things. The Baháʼí Faith strongly teaches the unity of all people. It rejects ideas like racism, sexism, and nationalism. The main goal of Baháʼí teachings is to create a united world. This world would ensure that all nations, races, and groups of people can live well.
The writings and talks of Baháʼu'lláh and his son ʻAbdu'l-Bahá are collected as Baháʼí scriptures. This collection also includes writings by the Báb. Important Baháʼí books include the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, the Kitáb-i-Íqán, Some Answered Questions, and The Dawn-Breakers.
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What Does "Baháʼí" Mean?
The word Baháʼí (بهائی) can describe the Baháʼí Faith or a follower of Baháʼu'lláh. The full name of the religion is the Baháʼí Faith. It is not just "Baháʼí" or "Baha'ism". The word comes from the Arabic word Baháʼ (بهاء). This word means 'glory' or 'splendor' of God. Baháʼu'lláh chose this name for himself.
The accent marks in words like Baháʼí and Baháʼu'lláh come from a system. Baháʼís adopted this system in 1923 to write Arabic and Persian words in English.
What Baháʼís Believe
The teachings of Baháʼu'lláh are the basis of Baháʼí beliefs. Three main ideas are at the heart of these teachings:
- The unity of God (there is only one God).
- The unity of religion (all major religions come from the same God).
- The unity of humanity (all people are one family).
Baháʼís believe that God shares His will through divine messengers. These messengers help people become better and develop good qualities. Religion is seen as something that grows and changes over time.
One God for Everyone
Baháʼí writings describe God as one, all-knowing, and always present. He created everything in the universe. God is too great for humans to fully understand. We can only understand God through His messengers, called Manifestations of God.
Baháʼís often use titles for God, like the All-Powerful or the All-Loving. These titles help us understand God in human terms. They also help us focus on our own good qualities as we worship God. Baháʼís believe that our purpose is to know and love God. We do this through prayer, thinking deeply, and helping others.
All Religions Are One
Baháʼís believe that God reveals His message step-by-step. This means they accept the truth of all major world religions. The founders of these religions are seen as Manifestations of God. Religious history is like a series of lessons. Each messenger brings a new, more advanced message. This message is right for the time and place. Some social rules (like prayer direction or food rules) might change with a new messenger. But general ideas, like being a good neighbor or being kind, are always true. This process of new revelations will continue. However, Baháʼís do not expect a new messenger for at least 1000 years after Baháʼu'lláh.
Baháʼís see their religion as a unique faith. It has its own scriptures and laws. It is not a part of another religion. Baháʼís believe Baháʼu'lláh fulfilled the promises of earlier faiths.
All Humans Are Equal
Baháʼí writings say that humans have a "rational soul." This means we can understand God and our connection to Him. Every person should try to know God through His messengers. We should also follow their teachings. By doing this, and through prayer and helping others, our soul gets closer to God. Baháʼís believe that when a person dies, their soul leaves the body. It continues in the next world. Heaven and Hell are not physical places. They are spiritual states of being close to or far from God.
Baháʼí writings stress that all human beings are equal. They teach against prejudice. Humanity is one, even with all its differences. The many races and cultures should be valued and accepted. Ideas like racism, nationalism, or judging people by their social class or gender are seen as barriers to unity. Baháʼí teachings say that uniting humanity is the most important goal for the world today.
Important Social Ideas
When ʻAbdu'l-Bahá visited Europe and America in the early 1900s, he shared the main Baháʼí ideas. These included equality for men and women, racial unity, and the need for world peace. These were very forward-thinking ideas for that time.
The idea of the unity of humankind is central. From this idea come other principles. For example, the equality of all races and ending extreme wealth and poverty. Another idea is the need for a united world. This could include a universal language, a standard economy, and education for everyone. An international court could help solve problems between countries. Nationalism, or extreme loyalty to one's own country, should be replaced by loyalty to all humanity. Baháʼu'lláh also taught about a worldwide plan for peace and safety.
Other Baháʼí social ideas focus on spiritual unity. Religion is seen as growing over time. To accept a new message, people should think for themselves, not just follow old traditions. Baháʼís are taught that religion should bring people together, not cause prejudice. Science and true religion are seen as working together. Baháʼu'lláh and ʻAbdu'l-Bahá called for a united world without war. They believed that lasting peace would come when people unite under one faith. This faith would have spiritual values to go along with modern society.
The Covenant: Keeping Unity
Baháʼís value unity very much. Baháʼu'lláh set clear rules to keep the community together. These rules help solve disagreements. No individual Baháʼí can say their ideas are the only correct ones. Everyone agrees to follow the leaders chosen in Baháʼí writings. This has kept the Baháʼí community united. The Universal House of Justice is the final authority for any disagreements.
Holy Books
The main holy writings of the Baháʼí Faith are from the Báb, Baháʼu'lláh, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi. The Universal House of Justice also writes important guidance. The writings of the Báb and Baháʼu'lláh are seen as direct messages from God. The writings and talks of ʻAbdu'l-Bahá and Shoghi Effendi explain these messages. The writings of the Universal House of Justice provide laws and explanations. All these texts are believed to have some divine guidance.
Some of Baháʼu'lláh's most important writings include the Kitáb-i-Aqdas ("Most Holy Book"). This book sets many laws and practices for individuals and society. The Kitáb-i-Íqán ("Book of Certitude") is another key book. It forms the basis of many Baháʼí beliefs. While Baháʼí teachings focus on social and ethical issues, some texts are more about spiritual journeys. These include the Seven Valleys and the Four Valleys. The Seven Valleys describes the soul's journey towards God. The Hidden Words contains 153 short passages. Baháʼu'lláh said these passages hold the main spiritual truths in a short form.
History of the Baháʼí Faith
The Baháʼí Faith began with the religion of the Báb. The Báb was a merchant who started teaching in 1844. He said he brought a new message from God. Most Islamic religious leaders in Iran did not accept him. He was executed in 1850 for heresy. The Báb taught that God would soon send a new messenger. Baháʼís believe Baháʼu'lláh was that person. The Báb is a central figure in the Baháʼí Faith. Baháʼís celebrate his birth, death, and when he announced his mission. A historical book about the Bábí movement, The Dawn-Breakers, is very important to Baháʼís.
The Baháʼí community was mostly in the Iranian and Ottoman empires until Baháʼu'lláh's death in 1892. By then, he had followers in 13 countries. Under his son, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, the religion grew in Europe and America. It also became stronger in Iran, where Baháʼís still face challenges. ʻAbdu'l-Bahá's death in 1921 marked the end of the "heroic age" of the religion.
The Báb
On May 22, 1844, Siyyid ʻAlí-Muhammad of Shiraz gained his first follower. He took the title "the Báb" (الباب meaning "Gate"). His followers were called Bábís. As the Báb's teachings spread, Islamic leaders saw them as wrong. His followers faced more and more challenges. The Báb himself was imprisoned and executed in 1850.
Baháʼís see the Báb as the one who prepared the way for the Baháʼí Faith. The Báb's writings spoke of "He whom God shall make manifest". This was a promised figure whose coming was announced in many religions. Baháʼu'lláh, the founder of the Baháʼí Faith, claimed to be this figure. The Báb's tomb in Haifa, Israel, is a very important place for Baháʼí pilgrimage. The Báb's writings are considered holy by Baháʼís. However, Baháʼu'lláh's laws and teachings came after and are now followed.
Baháʼu'lláh
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Mírzá Husayn ʻAlí Núrí was an early follower of the Báb. He later took the title Baháʼu'lláh. In 1852, some Bábís tried to harm the Shah (ruler) of Persia. Baháʼu'lláh was not involved, but he was imprisoned in Tehran. He was later released and went into exile in Baghdad.
In Baghdad, his leadership helped the Bábís who were facing challenges. The Iranian government asked for him to be removed. So, the Ottoman Sultan called him to Constantinople (now Istanbul). In 1863, as he was leaving Baghdad, Baháʼu'lláh announced he was the promised prophet. He said this message came to him years earlier in a prison. Tensions grew between him and Subh-i-Azal, who was supposed to lead the Bábís. Subh-i-Azal did not accept Baháʼu'lláh's claim. Over time, almost all Bábís followed Baháʼu'lláh and became known as Baháʼís.
Baháʼu'lláh spent less than four months in Constantinople. He was then put under house arrest in Adrianople (now Edirne) for four years. In 1868, all Bábís were sent to either Cyprus or ʻAkká.
Baháʼu'lláh spent the rest of his life in or near ʻAkká, in present-day Israel. He was officially a prisoner but was later allowed to live in a home nearby. He passed away there in 1892. Baháʼís turn towards his resting place at Bahjí when they pray each day.
He wrote over 18,000 works in his lifetime. Only a small part has been translated into English. In Adrianople, he began writing letters to world leaders. He told them about his mission as a Messenger of God.
ʻAbdu'l-Bahá
ʻAbbás Effendi was Baháʼu'lláh's oldest son. He was known as ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, meaning "Servant of Bahá." His father's will named ʻAbdu'l-Bahá as the leader of the Baháʼí community. ʻAbdu'l-Bahá had been with his father during his long exile and imprisonment. He was released in 1908. After his release, he traveled, spoke, taught, and wrote letters. He explained the Baháʼí principles to people around the world.
There are over 38,000 documents with ʻAbdu'l-Bahá's words. Only a small part has been translated into English. Some well-known works include The Secret of Divine Civilization, Some Answered Questions, and the Tablets of the Divine Plan. His talks during his journeys to the West were also published.
Shoghi Effendi
Baháʼu'lláh's Kitáb-i-Aqdas and The Will and Testament of ʻAbdu'l-Bahá are key documents for how the Baháʼí Faith is organized. Baháʼu'lláh set up the elected Universal House of Justice. ʻAbdu'l-Bahá created the appointed Guardianship and explained how these two groups would work together. In his Will, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá named Shoghi Effendi, his oldest grandson, as the first Guardian of the Baháʼí Faith. Shoghi Effendi led the religion for 36 years until he passed away.
During his life, Shoghi Effendi translated Baháʼí texts. He made plans for the Baháʼí community to grow worldwide. He also developed the Baháʼí World Centre and wrote many letters to Baháʼís. He built the administrative structure of the religion. This prepared the community for the election of the Universal House of Justice. He passed away unexpectedly in London in 1957.
In 1953, he started the first international plan, the Ten Year World Crusade. This plan had big goals for growing Baháʼí communities and institutions. It also aimed to translate Baháʼí texts into new languages. He said this plan would be followed by others led by the Universal House of Justice. This body was elected in 1963.
The Universal House of Justice
Since 1963, the Universal House of Justice has been the elected head of the Baháʼí Faith. Its duties are described in the writings of Baháʼu'lláh, ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, and Shoghi Effendi. These duties include teaching, applying Baháʼí laws, helping with social issues, and caring for those in need.
The Universal House of Justice guides the Baháʼí community through multi-year international plans. These plans aim to expand the religion and help new members learn more about Baháʼí teachings. For example, the Ruhi Institute was started in the 1970s. It offers courses on Baháʼí beliefs. By 2013, there were over 300 Baháʼí training institutes worldwide. These courses help communities organize classes for children and youth. The Universal House of Justice also encourages Baháʼís to get involved in social action and public discussions.
Every year on April 21, the Universal House of Justice sends a message to Baháʼís worldwide. This message updates them on current events and gives guidance for the year ahead.
At local, regional, and national levels, Baháʼís elect nine-person Spiritual Assemblies. These groups manage the religion's affairs. There are also appointed individuals who help spread the teachings and protect the community. The Baháʼí Faith does not have clergy or priests. The Universal House of Justice is the highest governing body. Its nine members are elected every five years by members of all National Spiritual Assemblies. Any Baháʼí man, 21 or older, can be elected to the Universal House of Justice. Other positions are open to both men and women.
Malietoa Tanumafili II of Samoa became a Baháʼí in 1968. He was the first head of state to embrace the Baháʼí Faith.
Where Baháʼís Live
Around 2020, there were about 8 million Baháʼís in the world. Between 1910 and 2010, the Baháʼí Faith grew faster than the general population in every region of the United Nations. This makes it the fastest-growing religion during that time.
Most Baháʼís live in sub-Saharan Africa (29.9%) and South Asia (26.8%). Smaller numbers are in Southeast Asia (12.7%) and Latin America (12.2%). Even smaller groups are in North America (7.6%) and the Middle East/North Africa (6.2%). The smallest groups are in Europe (2.0%), Australasia (1.6%), and Northeast Asia (0.9%). In 2015, the Baháʼí Faith was the second-largest international religion in Iran, Panama, Belize, Bolivia, Zambia, and Papua New Guinea. It was the third-largest in Chad and Kenya.
From the 1800s until the 1950s, most Baháʼís were in Iran. Converts outside Iran were mainly in India and Western countries. From about 200,000 Baháʼís in 1950, the religion grew to over 4 million by the late 1980s. This growth happened all over the world. Much of this growth came from Baháʼís moving from North America to other countries. However, the growth was not always smooth. The religion was banned in some countries, like the Soviet Union, from the late 1920s to the late 1980s. It was also banned in some parts of Africa from the 1970s to the 1990s. The most difficult challenges have been in Iran and other countries where Shia is the main religion. Some scholars and human rights groups call this an attempted genocide.
Baháʼí Practices
Daily Life and Rules
Baháʼu'lláh taught his followers how to live. Here are some examples:
- Baháʼís over 15 should say an obligatory prayer every day.
- Besides the daily prayer, Baháʼís should pray every day. They should also think deeply and study holy writings.
- Adult Baháʼís should observe a Nineteen-Day Fast each year in March. This means not eating or drinking during daylight hours. There are some exceptions.
- There are special rules for Baháʼí burials. A specific prayer is read. Embalming or cremating the body is not encouraged.
- Baháʼís should give a voluntary payment of 19% of their extra wealth. This money goes to the Universal House of Justice.
Things Baháʼís Do Not Do
Baháʼu'lláh's teachings also forbid or discourage certain actions:
- Backbiting (talking badly about others behind their back) and gossiping are forbidden.
- Drinking and selling alcohol are forbidden.
- Taking part in partisan politics (choosing sides in political parties) is forbidden.
- Begging for a living is forbidden.
Following personal laws, like prayer or fasting, is up to each person. However, a Baháʼí might be asked to leave the community if they openly ignore the laws or act very immorally. This is done by the National Spiritual Assembly and does not involve shunning.
Some laws in the Kitáb-i-Aqdas apply now. Other laws depend on a society where most people are Baháʼí. The laws are binding on every Baháʼí, as long as they do not go against the laws of the country they live in.
Marriage
In the Baháʼí Faith, marriage helps a man and a woman grow spiritually together. It also creates a loving home for children. Baháʼu'lláh called marriage a "fortress for well-being and salvation." He saw marriage and family as the base of human society. Baháʼu'lláh praised marriage, discouraged divorce, and taught that people should be chaste outside of marriage. He taught that husbands and wives should help each other grow spiritually. Interracial marriage is also highly praised in Baháʼí writings.
Before marrying, Baháʼís should get to know each other well. Parents should not choose partners for their children. But once two people decide to marry, they must get permission from all living biological parents. This is true whether the parents are Baháʼí or not. The Baháʼí wedding ceremony is simple. The only required part is reading the wedding vows from Baháʼu'lláh. Both the bride and groom read them, with two witnesses present. The vows are: "We will all, verily, abide by the Will of God."
Work
Baháʼu'lláh taught against living a life of begging or avoiding society. Monasticism (living as a monk or nun) is forbidden. Baháʼís are taught to be spiritual while doing useful work. Baháʼu'lláh said that work done to serve humanity is as important as prayer and worship.
Places of Worship
Most Baháʼí meetings happen in people's homes or Baháʼí centers. But in some places, Baháʼí Houses of Worship (also called Baháʼí temples) have been built. These are places where Baháʼís and non-Baháʼís can worship God. They are also called Mashriqu'l-Adhkár, which means "Dawning-place of the remembrance of God" in Arabic. Only holy scriptures from the Baháʼí Faith and other religions can be read or sung inside. Choirs can sing, but no musical instruments are allowed. Also, no sermons are given, and no special ceremonies are performed. All Baháʼí Houses of Worship have nine sides. They also have nine paths leading to them and nine gardens around them. There are currently eight "continental" Baháʼí Houses of Worship and some local ones. Baháʼí writings also imagine these Houses of Worship being surrounded by places for helping people, science, and education.
Calendar
The Baháʼí calendar is based on the calendar created by the Báb. A year has 19 months, and each month has 19 days. There are four or five extra days called intercalary days to complete the solar year. The Baháʼí New Year, called Naw Rúz, is on the first day of spring, around March 21. This is at the end of the month of fasting. Once a Baháʼí month, there is a gathering called a Nineteen Day Feast. It has three parts: prayer and reading holy writings, discussing community matters, and socializing.
Each of the 19 months is named after an attribute of God. For example, Baháʼ (Splendor) and Jamál (Beauty). The Baháʼí week has seven days, and each day is also named after an attribute of God. Baháʼís observe 11 Holy Days each year. Work is stopped on 9 of these days. These days remember important events in the religion's history.
Symbols
The symbols of the Baháʼí Faith come from the Arabic word Baháʼ (بهاء "splendor" or "glory"). This word has a numerical value of nine. Because of this, the most common symbol is a nine-pointed star. Baháʼí temples also have nine sides. The nine-pointed star is often seen on Baháʼí gravestones.
The ringstone symbol and the calligraphy of the Greatest Name are also common. The ringstone symbol has two five-pointed stars. It also has a special design of the word Baháʼ. This design represents God, the Manifestation of God, and the human world. The Greatest Name is a beautiful calligraphic writing of "Yá Baháʼu'l-Abhá" (يا بهاء الأبهى "O Glory of the Most Glorious!"). It is often found in Baháʼí temples and homes.
Helping Society Grow
Since it began, the Baháʼí Faith has been involved in helping society grow. This started by giving more freedom to women and promoting education for girls. Baháʼís have created schools, farming groups, and clinics.
In 1983, the Universal House of Justice encouraged Baháʼís to get involved in improving their communities. By 1987, there were 1482 official Baháʼí development projects.
Today, Baháʼí social projects include health, education, gender equality, arts, and the environment. Educational projects range from small village schools to large secondary schools and some universities. By 2017, there were 40,000 small projects and 135 Baháʼí-inspired organizations.
Working with the United Nations
Baháʼu'lláh wrote about the need for a world government for humanity. Because of this, the international Baháʼí community supports efforts to improve international relations. They work with organizations like the League of Nations and the United Nations. The Baháʼí International Community is guided by the Universal House of Justice. It works with several UN organizations, including:
- United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
- United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM)
- United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
The Baháʼí International Community has offices at the United Nations in New York and Geneva. They also have representatives in other UN offices. They have created offices for the Environment and for the Advancement of Women. The Baháʼí Faith has also worked with other UN agencies on development programs.
Challenges Faced by Baháʼís
Baháʼís continue to face challenges in some countries where Islam is the main religion. Leaders in these countries do not see the Baháʼí Faith as a separate religion. The most serious challenges have been in Iran. More than 200 Baháʼís were executed there between 1978 and 1998. The rights of Baháʼís have also been limited in other countries. These include Egypt, Afghanistan, Indonesia, Iraq, Morocco, and Yemen.
Challenges in Iran
The longest-lasting challenges for Baháʼís have been in Iran, where the religion began. When the Báb gained many followers, religious leaders tried to stop the movement. They said followers were enemies of God. This led to attacks and public executions. In the 1900s, there were organized efforts against the Baháʼí community. In 1903, over 100 Baháʼís were killed in Yazd. Baháʼí schools were closed in the 1930s and 1940s. Baháʼí marriages were not recognized, and Baháʼí books were censored.
In the 1950s, a campaign against Baháʼís started. It included spreading negative information on national radio and in newspapers. During this time, the Baháʼí center in Tehran was destroyed. In the late 1970s, as the anti-Shah movement grew, some propaganda said that the Shah's advisors were Baháʼís. Baháʼís were shown as economic threats and supporters of other countries. This increased hostility against them.
Since the Islamic Revolution of 1979, Iranian Baháʼís have faced many difficulties. Their homes have been searched. They have been banned from universities or government jobs. Many have been imprisoned for their religious beliefs. Baháʼí cemeteries have been damaged, and property has been taken or destroyed. This includes the home of Baháʼu'lláh's father. The House of the Báb in Shiraz, a holy place for Baháʼís, has been destroyed twice. In 2018, several Baháʼí students were expelled from universities because of their religion.
A US group said that attacks on Baháʼís in Iran increased under President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The United Nations Commission on Human Rights found a letter from Iran's military in 2005. It ordered members to identify Baháʼís and watch their activities. The UN Special Rapporteur said in 2006 that this showed the situation for religious minorities in Iran was getting worse.
In May 2008, members of an informal group that helped the Baháʼí community in Iran were arrested. Their court case was delayed many times. In August 2010, they were sentenced to 20 years in prison, which was later reduced to ten years. In March 2011, the original 20-year sentences were put back. In January 2010, ten more Baháʼís were arrested.
The Iranian government claims the Baháʼí Faith is a political group, not a religion. So, they do not recognize it as a minority religion. However, the government has not shown strong proof for this claim. They also accuse the Baháʼí Faith of being linked to Zionism. These accusations seem to lack historical facts. Some argue they were made up to use Baháʼís as "scapegoats."
In 2019, the Iranian government made it impossible for Baháʼís to officially register. National identity card applications no longer had an "other religions" option. This means the Baháʼí Faith is not recognized by the state.
Challenges in Egypt
In the 1920s, Egypt's religious court recognized the Baháʼí Faith as a new, independent religion. This was because of its unique laws, principles, and beliefs.
However, Baháʼí activities have been illegal under Egyptian law since 1960. All Baháʼí community properties, like centers and cemeteries, have been taken by the government. Religious rulings have accused Baháʼís of leaving Islam.
A problem with Egyptian identification cards started in the 1990s. The government made it a rule that documents must list a person's religion as Muslim, Christian, or Jewish. These were the only three religions officially recognized. Because of this, Baháʼís could not get official documents. Without these documents, they could not work, go to school, get hospital treatment, travel, or vote. This was a big problem. After a long legal process, a court ruled in favor of the Baháʼís. In 2009, the government allowed Egyptians who are not Muslim, Christian, or Jewish to get ID documents with a dash instead of a religion. The first ID cards were given to two Baháʼís in August 2009.
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Baháʼu'lláh, the founder of the Baháʼí Faith.
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ʻAbdu'l-Bahá, son of Baháʼu'lláh and leader of the Baháʼí Faith.
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Students of School for Girls, Tehran, 1933. This might be the Tarbiyat School for Girls, started by Baháʼís in Tehran in 1911. The government closed it in 1934.
See also
- Baháʼí administration
- Baháʼí cosmology
- Baháʼí Faith and gender equality
- Baháʼí timeline
- Baháʼí views on science
- Baháʼí World Centre buildings
- Huqúqu'lláh
- List of Baháʼís
- List of writings of Baháʼu'lláh
- Outline of the Baháʼí Faith
- Terraces (Baháʼí)
- World Religion Day
