 Fatimah, daughter of Muhammad is regarded by Muslims as an exemplar for men and women.The Bahá'í Faith, a fast growing religion, teaches that men and women are equal.Prominent women celebrated in Bahá'í history include Bahiyyih Khánum, who acted head of the faith for several periods during the ministries of `Abdu'l-Bahá and Shoghi Effendi, and Táhirih, who is also held by Bahá'ís as a penultimate leader.