Birth of the Bab
Celebrating the birth of the Bab, Prophet-Herald of the Baha'i Faith, born 1819.
The Birth of the Bab is the first of the Twin Holy Birthdays, observed on the first day after the eighth new moon following Naw-Ruz, so it moves between mid-October and mid-November.
When Is Birth of the Bab?
The Birth of the Bab is the first of the Twin Holy Birthdays, observed on the first day after the eighth new moon following Naw-Ruz, so it moves between mid-October and mid-November.
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
Celebrates the birth of Siyyid Ali-Muhammad (1819-1850), known as 'the Bab' (meaning 'the Gate'), the co-founder of the Baha'i Faith alongside Baha'u'llah.
How It Is Observed
Joyful community gatherings, prayers and readings from the Bab's writings, sharing of food and fellowship.