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What is the Bahá'í Glossary?
The Bahá'í vocabulary has many Arabic and Persian words that may be unfamiliar to non-native speakers and newcomers to the Bahá'í Faith. This glossary is designed to help Bahá'ís learn to pronounce these words according to the pronunciation guide established and promoted by Shoghí Effendí.
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Bahá'í Mithqál Calculator
The mithqál is the unit used in the Kitáb-i-Aqdas for determining dowry and Ḥuqúqu’lláh payments. One Bahá'í mithqál is equivalent to 3.642 grams, or 0.1171 troy ounces. Learn More
Mithqáls of Gold and Silver in U.S. Dollars
| # | Mithqals | Gold | Silver |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $203.01 | $0.00 | |
| 9 | $1,827.05 | $0.00 | |
| 19 | $3,857.10 | $0.00 | |
| 95 | $19,283.70 | $0.00 |