The Báb
What is the meaning "the Bab" ?
"the Gate"
What does the title "Bahá’u’lláh" mean?
The Glory of God
Finish this quote: "So powerful is the light of unity that it can _________."
"So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth."
When and where was the Bab born? And for an extra 100 points how many years ago is that?
He was born in 1819 in Shiraz, Persia. That was 205 years ago!
What is the foundation of all human virtues?
TRUTHFULNESS
Who was the first person to recognise the Báb?
Mullá Husayn
Where was Bahá’u’lláh born?
Tehran, Persia
"O Son of Spirit! My first counsel is this: Possess a ________ heart, that thine may be a sovereignty ancient, imperishable and everlasting."
O Son of Spirit! My first counsel is this: Possess a pure heart, that thine may be a sovereignty ancient, imperishable and everlasting.
When and where was Bahá’u’lláh born?
1817 in Tehran, Persia.
Remaining calm and composed while enduring delays or challenges.
PATIENCE
Name two prisons in which the Báb was imprisoned.
1. Fortress of Máh-Kú
2. Chihríq.
3. Military Barracks in Tabriz.
4. House arrest in Shiraz.
5. Governors house in Isfahan
In which city did Bahá’u’lláh first publicly declare His mission?
Baghdad, Iraq
“The best beloved of all things in My sight is __________.”
“The best beloved of all things in My sight is justice."
Who is the appointed interpreter of the Bahá'í Writings after Bahá’u’lláh and the perfect exemplar of the Faith?
`Abdu’l-Bahá
Deep understanding and sound judgment drawn from experience and knowledge.
WISDOM
Who was the 19th letter of the living? (19th disciple of the Báb)
Quddús
How long was Bahá’u’lláh imprisoned in the Síyáh-Chál (the "Black Pit")? For an extra 100 points, describe the conditions of that prison.
Four months
T I T F O A H V
"Truthfulness is the foundation of all human virtues."
In which year was the Universal House of Justice, the governing body of the Bahá'í Faith, first elected?
1963
Letting go of resentment and offering a fresh start to those who have wronged you.
FORGIVENESS
How old was the Báb when he publicly declared His mission?
25
What career was Bahá’u’lláh offered and why did he reject the offer?
He was offered to be a minister, a prominent role in the court of the king.
Bahá’u’lláh declined this prestigious government position, choosing instead a path of spiritual dedication and service.
T E I B O C A M I C
"The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens"?
How hold was Bahá’u’lláh when the Báb was martyred?
32 years old.
A sense of peaceful satisfaction and fulfillment with what one has. Not being greedy.
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