Ascension of Baha'u'llah
Commemorating the passing of Baha'u'llah, founder of the Baha'i Faith, in 1892.
The Ascension of Baha'u'llah falls on 13 'Azamat in the Baha'i calendar, May 28 or 29 depending on the date of Naw-Ruz, and is commemorated at 3:00 in the morning.
When Is Ascension of Baha'u'llah?
The Ascension of Baha'u'llah falls on 13 'Azamat in the Baha'i calendar, May 28 or 29 depending on the date of Naw-Ruz, and is commemorated at 3:00 in the morning.
Because the Gregorian date changes from year to year, check a calendar published by the tradition or your local community for this year's date.
Why It Matters
This solemn holy day marks the ascension (passing) of Baha'u'llah on May 29, 1892, at 3:00 AM, near Akka (Acre) in present-day Israel. Baha'is gather before dawn to observe this sacred occasion.
How It Is Observed
Pre-dawn prayers at 3:00 AM, reading of the Tablet of Visitation, solemn and prayerful gatherings, reflection on Baha'u'llah's life and teachings. Work and school obligations should be suspended.