Báb

Persian religious leader, founder of Bábism

Báb - Thinkers & Philosophers born 1819
Born

1819
206 years ago

Died
Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Iran

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Established Bábism in the mid-19th century as a religious movement that introduced new spiritual teachings. Bábism emphasized the arrival of a new prophet and promoted the principles of unity and equality. The movement gained followers throughout Persia and influenced later religious developments. Faced opposition from both political and religious authorities, which resulted in the eventual execution, concluding a significant chapter in Persian religious history. The teachings of Báb inspired many and laid the groundwork for the Bahá'í Faith.

Founded the Bábism religion

Promoted the concept of a new prophet

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