Selections From the Writings of the Báb by ʻAli Muhammad Shirazi Bab

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Selections From the Writings of the Báb by ʻAli Muhammad Shirazi Bab

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By Abil Kile Posted on Nov 15, 2025

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Authors: Bab, ʻAli Muhammad Shirazi, 1819-1850 Published By : Bab, ʻAli Muhammad Shirazi, 1819-1850

Book Language: English

Hey, I just finished something that completely rewired my brain. It's not a novel—it's a collection of writings from the Báb, a religious figure in 1840s Persia. The main conflict isn't between characters, but between old ways and a radical new idea: that a new spiritual teacher was coming. He wrote these texts knowing they would get him killed, and they did. Reading it feels like holding a lit match in a dark room. It's short, intense, and asks huge questions about faith, change, and the cost of a new idea. If you're up for something totally different that sticks with you, give it a look.

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The Story

This isn't a story with a plot in the usual sense. It's a selection of prayers, laws, and explanations written by the Báb (a title meaning 'the Gate') in the mid-1800s. He claimed to be a messenger from God, preparing the way for an even greater figure to come. The book collects the core of his message, written under immense pressure as he faced fierce opposition from both religious and political authorities. The real 'story' is the birth of a belief system that challenged everything around it.

Why You Should Read It

I was struck by the sheer boldness of the writing. There's a powerful, poetic urgency to it. You can feel the author's conviction leaping off the page, even in translations of prayers and rules. It made me think about what it means to believe in something so strongly you'd risk everything. It's less about agreeing with the theology and more about witnessing a profound moment of human passion and intellectual rebellion. The language is direct and often beautiful, focusing on spiritual renewal and hope.

Final Verdict

This is for curious readers, not specialists. If you're interested in the history of ideas, spiritual movements, or powerful primary sources from a pivotal time, you'll find it fascinating. It's also great for anyone who enjoys poetry or writing that carries deep personal risk. It's a short, dense read that offers a raw look at the very beginning of a major world religion. Don't expect a neat narrative—expect to be challenged and to glimpse a fiery moment in history.

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