What are dawn breakers

Dawn Breakers is a term that refers to a group of early Baha'i pioneers who traveled to the Ottoman Empire (present-day Turkey) in the late 19th century to spread the teachings of the Baha'i Faith.

In 1898, a group of 27 Baha'i pioneers, mostly from Iran and Iraq, set out on a perilous journey to the Ottoman Empire, which was then a major center of Islamic learning and culture. They were led by a young Iranian Baha'i named Mirza Muheddin Khan, who had been appointed by 'Abdu'l-Baha, the son of Baha'u'llah, the founder of the Baha'i Faith.

The Dawn Breakers, as they came to be known, faced numerous challenges on their journey, including harsh weather conditions, bandits, and official persecution. Despite these obstacles, they persevered and eventually arrived in the Ottoman Empire, where they established a number of Baha'i communities and began to spread the teachings of the Faith.

The Dawn Breakers played a crucial role in the early history of the Baha'i Faith, as they helped to establish the Faith in a region that was previously unfamiliar with its teachings. Their bravery and dedication helped to pave the way for the growth of the Baha'i community in the Ottoman Empire and beyond.

The term "Dawn Breakers" is also used to describe the early Baha'i pioneers who traveled to other parts of the world, including the United States, Europe, and Africa, to spread the teachings of the Faith. These pioneers faced similar challenges and obstacles, but their efforts helped to establish the Baha'i Faith as a global religion.

The story of the Dawn Breakers is celebrated in the Baha'i community as a symbol of the Faith's commitment to spreading its teachings and promoting unity and understanding among all people.