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Martyrdom of the Bab
Commemorating the execution of the Bab by firing squad in Tabriz, Iran, 1850.
📅 July 9
✦ Why It Matters
On July 9, 1850, the Bab was executed by 750 soldiers in Tabriz. When the smoke cleared he was found unharmed — a second regiment was required. His remains are enshrined on Mount Carmel in Haifa, Israel.
✦ How It Is Observed
Solemn prayers at noon (the time of execution), readings from the Bab's writings, reflection on his sacrifice, suspension of work.
✦ Sacred Text
“I have offered myself up in sacrifice in the path of God and yearn for naught but His good pleasure.”
— Writings of the Bab ↗