BahaiGlossary.org
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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Language of Origin: Arabic
Bahá translates as 'Glory' or 'Splendor' and, according to Bahá'í belief, is the Greatest Name of God. Bahá'u'lláh took the title of Bahá at the Conference of Badasht in 1848. Bahá is also the name of the first month of the Bahá'í year, starting at sunset March 20th and ending at sunset April 8th. In addition, it is the name of the first day of every Bahá'í month.
