A follower of the Baha'i Faith, a monotheistic religion founded in 19th-century Persia that emphasizes unity, equality, and world peace.
From Arabic Baha'i, meaning 'follower of Baha' (from baha 'splendor' or 'glory'). The term derives from Baha'u'llah, the founder's title. The word entered English in the 1890s as the religion expanded globally.
The Baha'i Faith is one of the world's youngest major religions, yet its followers include people from over 200 countries and all major religions converted to it—making it a fascinating modern example of how religions can cross cultural boundaries in the internet age.
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