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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l-yawm-eh-haw
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Four days (five in leap years) between the end of the month of Mulk and the beginning of the month of Alá. These days are set aside for celebration, acts of charity and works of service.