Ascension of Baha’u'llah: May 29
Ascension of Baha’u'llah is a religious observance for the followers of Bahá’í.
May 29 marks the death anniversary of Baha’u'llah, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith. The Ascension of Baha’u'llah is celebrated all around the world by Bahá’í communities at approximately the same time that Baha’u'llah died, eight hours after sunset on May 29, 1892.
History of Ascension of Baha’u'llah
Baha’u'llah was born in November 12, 1817 and died May 29, 1892. He was born Mírzá Iusayn-`Alí Nuri and was the founder of the Bahá’í faith. His final years were lived in the Mansion of Bahjí as a de facto prisoner of the Ottoman Empire.
Abdu’l-Bahá, the eldest son of Baha’u'llah, took over most of the organizational work within the Bahá’í, while Baha’u'llah was more devoted to writing and the expansion of the Bahá’í faith. During this time Baha’u'llah wrote the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, his book of laws, several letters explaining his vision of a united world, and many prayers. On May 9, 1892, he contracted a slight fever that became worse over the next days. On May 29, he took his own life.
Baha’u'llah was buried near the Mansion of Bahjí. His shrine is the holiest place on Earth for Bahá’ís, something like Mecca to where they all turn to pray each day. He left an impressive heritage of spiritual writings and a personal testimony of life that endured persecutions, imprisonment, and exile, still finding joy in his mission given from God.
Ascension of Baha’u'llah Traditions, Customs and Activities
On this day, many Bahá’í gather at the Mansion of Bahjí, in the shrine of Baha’u'llah, in celebration of his life and the teachings that he left them to learn and follow, perfecting their own spiritual lives. All around the world, The Bahá’í community comes together approximately the same time that Baha’u'llah died, eight hours after sunset. There is no formal format of celebration for this day, so the different communities organize themselves as they please.
Usually the life of Baha’u'llah is remembered through his own words and teaching. There is food and conversation, all in a very welcoming spirit to everyone as it is common of the Bahá’í faith. The celebrations are held in a spirit of unity and friendship, open to anyone that would like to attend and experience the Bahá’í living faith and history.
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