The Bābī-Bahā’ī Revolution in Iran

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ID6431310
AuthorsMehnaaz Momen (0000-0003-4472-226X, independent scholar, corresponding author)
Year2025
Volume58
Issue2
Pages235-258
Publication date2025-03-19
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueIranian Studies (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0021-0862 • E-ISSN: 1475-4819
PublisherCambridge University Press (CUP) (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1017/irn.2024.66
OpenAlexW4408630566
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited22

The Bābīs and Bahā’īs have worked towards a gradual revolutionary conceptual and social transformation within their community which is based on a change in values and ethics. This paper looks first at the underlying transformation in worldview that has resulted in a move away from hierarchy and patriarchy, by creating social structures and pathways of action that are not led by powerful individuals, but rather are consultative and collaborative. Then, more specific examples are given of how this change in worldview played out with regard to social and religious leadership, education, and the role of women. What may be called a Bahā’ī counter-culture has thus been created. Evidence is provided of how these changes may have impacted the wider Iranian society and contributed to misunderstandings and persecutions of the Bahā’ī community

Ancient history · Eurasian Exchange Networks · History · Islamic Studies and History · Politics and Conflicts in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Middle East

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