Gate of Heaven Diary Ep. 31: The Seven Martyrs of Tehran

Dark clouds move from the countryside to the capital, where seven Bábís, including the Báb's beloved uncle, Hájí Mírzá Siyyid 'Alí, are brought before the Prime Minister and commanded to recant their faith. All seven refuse and, to the astonishment of their fellow citizens, willingly sacrifice their lives in the town square of Tehran. -- On October 29 and 30, 2019, the Bahá'í community invites you to join in celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb (the Gate), the Forerunner of...