بهاءالله was the founder of the Bahá'í Faith, a religion that emerged in the 19th century in Persia, now known as Iran. Born on November 12, 1817, he is regarded by his followers as the latest in a line of prophets or "Manifestations of God." His teachings emphasize the unity of all religions, the oneness of humanity, and the importance of justice and equality. He proclaimed his mission in 1863 and faced significant persecution for his beliefs. After years of imprisonment and exile, he settled in Akká, in present-day Israel, where he wrote many of his key works, including the Kitáb-i-Aqdas, which outlines the laws and principles of the Bahá'í Faith.