Baha'i Faith

The Baha'i Faith was founded in the 19th century by Baha'u'llah in present-day Iran. A monotheistic faith, it claims to fulfill the prophecies of faiths such as Islam, Christianity, and Buddhism. Baha'u'llah claimed be the most recent in a line of divine messengers including Muhammad, Jesus, and the Buddha, among others; the possibility remains that another messenger could become manifest. The Baha'i Faith has adherents living throughout the world.

Baha'is have endured persecution throughout their history; Baha'u'llah and his family were imprisoned for many years, as are many Baha'is in Iran today. In Egypt, it can be very difficult for Baha'is to obtain the national identity card. Baha'is especially work toward the unity of the human race, eschewing divisions caused by religion, race, politics, or other causes. Since the death of Baha'u'llah's great-grandson, the Faith has been led by a panel of nine believers elected to five-year terms.

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