BABIISM
Bab"ism, Bab"i*ism, n.
Definition: The doctrine of a modern religious pantheistical sect in
Persia, which was founded, about 1844, by Mirza Ali Mohammed ibn
Rabhik (1820 -- 1850), who assumed the title of Bab-ed-Din (Per.,
Gate of the Faith). Babism is a mixture of Mohammedan, Christian,
Jewish, and Parsi elements. This doctrine forbids concubinage and
polygamy, and frees women from many of the degradations imposed upon
them among the orthodox Mohammedans. Mendicancy, the use of
intoxicating liquors and drugs, and slave dealing, are forbidden;
asceticism is discountenanced. --Bab"ist, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition