Baháulláh

Baháʼu'lláh, born Mírzá Husayn ʻAlí Nuri in Tehran, Persia, on November 12, 1817, is the founder of the Baháʼí Faith. He is considered by Baháʼís to be a Manifestation of God, a divinely appointed messenger sent to guide humanity. His life was marked by a series of exiles and imprisonments due to his religious beliefs and teachings.

Baháʼu'lláh proclaimed his mission in 1863 while in Baghdad, stating he was the bearer of a new revelation from God. His teachings emphasize the unity of God, the unity of religions, and the unity of humankind. He called for the establishment of a just and peaceful world order, advocating for universal education, the equality of men and women, and the elimination of prejudice.

His writings, collectively known as the Baháʼí Writings, form the sacred scripture of the Baháʼí Faith. These writings include the Kitáb-i-Aqdas (Most Holy Book), which outlines Baháʼí laws and principles, and the Kitáb-i-Íqán (Book of Certitude), which explains fundamental spiritual concepts.

Baháʼu'lláh spent the latter part of his life in exile in Acre, in present-day Israel, where he continued to develop and disseminate his teachings. He passed away on May 29, 1892, leaving behind a global community that continues to grow and strive to implement his vision of a unified world. Baháʼís believe his message is for all of humanity and for this age.