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Qayyumu'l-Asma (Commentary on the Surih of Joseph)

The Bab

The Qayyumu’l-Asma is the Báb’s commentary on the Qur’an’s chapter of Joseph. Its addresses claim divine authority while drawing on scriptural language and titles.

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Edition and location

Authorized English excerpts in Selections from the Writings of the Bab, first published 1976; official Bahai Reference Library

Excerpts from chapters I–V, VII and IX

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