Shoghi Effendi - First Guardian of Baha'i Faith Shoghí Effendí Rabbání (March 1, 1897 — November 4, 1957) First Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith Shoghí Effendí's Leadership (1921-1957) Shoghí Effendí was the first Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith. He led for 36 years, starting in 1921 after being appointed by `Abdu'l-Bahá in his Will. During … Continue reading Shoghi Effendi: The First Guardian of the Baha’i Faith →