There are several symbols used to express identification with the Baháʼí Faith: the nine-pointed star, a calligraphy known as the "Greatest Name", the Ringstone Symbol, or a five-pointed star.

Apr 9, 2014 · Baha’is often use a nine-pointed star on tombstones where Baha’is are buried, but you’ll also see the symbol used in many different contexts in the Baha’i community. It …

The Greatest Name "Yá Bahá'u'l-Abhá" ". . . the symbol of the Greatest Name represents an invocation which can be translated either as 'O Glory of Glories' or 'O Glory of the All-Glorious.' The word glory used in this connection is a translation of the …

Jun 8, 2023 · Nevertheless, there are a few symbols that are recognized by the Baháʼís or the followers of this religion. 1. Haykal – The Five-Pointed Star. The five-pointed star is the main symbol in the Baháʼí religion. Also called Haykal (from the Arabic word for Temple).

Mar 30, 2019 · A version of the nine-pointed star as used in the Baha'i Faith, here including symbols of what are commonly considered the nine world religions: Baha'i, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Shinto, and Sikhism.

Jan 31, 2024 · In the Baha’i Faith, symbols act as visual reminders of spiritual truths, fostering contemplation and serving as catalysts for individual and communal transformation. By exploring the symbolism within the Baha’i Faith, we can uncover deeper layers of meaning within its teachings and practices.

Jul 21, 2023 · The Bahai symbol, also known as the "Ringstone Symbol," is a significant emblem that represents the unity and teachings of the Bahai Faith. It consists of a five-pointed star surrounded by a ring.

Jan 24, 1999 · The history and the proper place and use of the nine-pointed star, a common Bahá'í symbol, in comparison and relation to the official five-pointed star and the Greatest Name symbols.

There are several Bahá’í symbols in common use. These include: The numbers nine, five and nineteen are often accorded special significance in the Bahá’í Faith.

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