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BH00093 mixed Additional Tablets and Extracts from Tablets Revealed by Bahá'u'lláh یا محبوب فوادی و المذکور فی قلبی قد سرتنی نسمات الحب التی سرت من حدائق... اصلّی و اسلّم و اکبّر علی انجم سمآء عرفانک O Beloved of my heart and Thou Who art remembered in my soul! The breezes of love that wafted from the gardens [3.5s]... ...Thou hast asked about affection and reconciliation, in the case of Mirza .... This matter was mentioned in the Holy Presence. This is what the tongue of our All-Merciful Lord uttered in response… My blessings, my salutations, and my greetings to the Stars of the heaven of Thy proof and the Hands of Thy Cause INBA08:461, INBA27:364, INBA22:175 BRL_DA#176, AVK3.010.08x, AYI2.235x, PYK.073, ANDA#74 p.04x, MYD.011-012x BRL_ATBH#25x, COC#0528x, LOG#1080x, ADMS#137x Growth of the Cause; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Praise and encouragement; Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - - Several letters were sent to the Khurasan community.
BB00655 Commentary on the Qur'an I - - SRC.088
BB00656 Commentary on the Qur'an II - - SRC.088
BB00648 Epistle to Haji Mirza Aqasi 4 (lost) - - MMAH.028, SRC.083
BB00645 In reply to a question from an unknown correspondent INBA_5019C:279-284, - - SRC.191
BB00638 In reply to four questions, to an unknown recipient INBA_5019C:170-171, - - SRC.190
BB00640 On istifah (asking the explanation of texts) INBA_5019C:264-269, - - SRC.191
BB00637 On the imams, to an unknown recipient INBA_5019C:163-166, - - SRC.190
BB00639 Prayer for Sayyid Ja'far Shubbar INBA_5019C:216-218, - - SRC.190
BB00636 Reply to six questions from Mirza Sulayman INBA_5019C:159-163, - - SRC.190
BB00641 To Aqa Sayyid Jawad [Karbala'i?] INBA_5019C:269-270, - - SRC.191
BB00644 To Mulla Ahmad Mu'allim Hisari INBA_5019C:275-279, - - SRC.191
BB00643 To Mulla Hasan Bajastani INBA_5019C:271-275, BAPT.006x - - SRC.191
BB00642 To Mulla Mahdi Khu'i INBA_5019C:270-271, - - SRC.191
BH11599 unknown - - ROB3.235, LL#425
BH11600 unknown - - ROB2.179, LL#002
BH11601 unknown - - ROB3.021, LL#396
BH11602 Eulogy for Ashraf unknown - - STOB.116, LL#196
BH11580 First Tablet to Ali Pasha unknown - - ROB2.058, LL#216
BH11581 First Tablet to Faris, in honor of Nabil unknown - - ROB3.007
BH11579 Lawh-i-Abdu'l-'Aziz va Vukala unknown Lawh-i-`Abdu'l-Aziz-Va-Vukala (Tablet to the Sultan) * - BKOG.206, BKOG.216, GPB.160, BW_v14p631, GSH.069, LL#031 Lost but incorporated in the Suriy-i-Muluk (?)
BH11582 Lawh-i-Abdu'l-Majid unknown - - ROB4.084, LL#033
BH11583 Lawh-i-Abdu'r-Rahim unknown - - ROB3.060, LL#035
BH11584 Lawh-i-Afnan-i-Yazd va Shiraz unknown - - STOB.099, LL#037
BH11585 Lawh-i-Ahbab-i-Isfahan unknown - - STOB.112-113, LL#039
BH11586 Lawh-i-Band-i-Man unknown - - STOB.107-108, LL#074
BH11588 Lawh-i-Haji Akhund (I) wa Jamal-i-Burujirdi unknown - - ROB3.425, LL#099
BH11589 Lawh-i-Haji Akhund (II) unknown - - ROB3.427, LL#100
BH11590 Lawh-i-Haji Muhammad Baqir I unknown - - ROB2.276, STOB.020, LL#108
BH11591 Lawh-i-Haji Muhammad Baqir II unknown - - ROB2.278, STOB.021a, LL#109
BH11592 Lawh-i-Haji Muhammad Baqir III unknown - - STOB.021b, LL#110
BH11593 Lawh-i-Haji Muhammad Ibrahim unknown - - LL#111
BH11594 Lawh-i-Salat unknown - - ROB4.299, LL#229
BH11595 Lawh-i-Shaykh Abdu'l-Husayn unknown LEID.Or4970 item 9, - - LL#239
BH11596 Ziyarat-Namih for the martyrs of Zanjan unknown - - ROB2.229, LL#349
BH11597 Ziyarat-Namiy-i-'Abdu'r-Rasul unknown - - ROB2.333, LL#342
BH11598 Ziyarat-Namiy-i-Haji Mulla Mihdiy-i-'Atri unknown - - ROB4.051, LL#346
AB11573 10 Arabic الهی الهی قد انشأت بقدرتک خلقاً جدیداً و برأت و احدثت کوراً شدیداً O my God, O my God! Through Thy power Thou hast brought forth a new creation and fashioned and ordained a mighty age [3.5s] ASAT2.037 Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion - -
AB11574 10 ...The "One who is to come" is he who was promised in the books of God and his epistles; that is, the Manifestation SW_v09#01 p.006x Predictions and prophecies; Prophecy and fulfillment; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God - -
AB11575 10 ...What is meant in the prophecies by the Lord of hosts, the promised Christ, is the Blessed Perfection (Baha'o'llah) and his highness, the Supreme (Báb) SW_v09#01 p.006x Prophecy and fulfillment; The Bab; the Primal Point; station and claims of the Bab; Twin Manifestations - -
AB11576 10 ...In this day, assemblies of consultation are of the greatest importance and a vital necessity. Obedience unto them is essential and obligatory. BADM.021cx Consultation - -
AB11578 10 ...This Sublime Shrine has remained unbuilt ... God willing, it will be accomplished. We have carried its construction to this stage COF.053x Shrines and Holy places - -
AB11579 10 ...The time has not yet arrived, even in those countries (America) SW_v01#03 p.004x - -
AB11580 10 Persian جناب رستم باید بفضل خدا تهمتن میدان و رستم میدان باشند Jinab-i-Rustam must, by God's grace, be both the Tahmtan of the field and the Rustam of the arena [3.5s] INBA84:483b Characteristics and conduct of true believers - -
AB11581 10 Persian بدانید اگر در عالم هم نباشم همیشه با شما خواهم بود ...Remember, whether or not I be on earth, My presence will be with you always DWNP_v1#03-4 p.007 GPB.309x Consolation and comfort - -
AB11585 10 O ye friends of God! His honor Ardeshir and his brother Bahman have permission DAS.1914-06-21 Permission for visit; pilgrimage - -
AB11586 10 ...All nations were promised by a sure promise and were awaiting with anxiety and longing the coming of the promised one. SW_v09#01 p.006x Prophecy and fulfillment - -
AB11587 10 O God and assister of all! ... Verily, thou art the hearer of prayers, and verily, thou art powerful in all things! SW_v08#04 p.048x - -
AB11588 10 ...This man is an enchanter; perhaps he will perform an enchantment, and then we shall have nothing more to say PDC.141x - -
AB11589 10 ...worthy of being the first to build the Tabernacle of the Most Great Peace and proclaim the oneness of mankind COF.035x, TDH#158.5x - -
AB11590 10 ...We must entirely focus our thoughts upon the diffusion of the divine light and the building of the heavenly foundation SW_v07#10 p.098x - -
AB11594 10 ...Untrustworthiness is a poisonous arrow which mortally wounds the heart, the soul and the spirit of Abdul Baha. DAS.1913-08-20, ABIE.211, BLO_PN#007 - -
AB11595 10 ...Live and act thou in the present as far as possible for thee, according to the divine instructions. SW_v07#18 p.187 - -
AB11596 10 ...You shall soon see in Persia that the people shall believe in this Cause in groups every day. SW_v12#12 p.215x - -
AB11597 10 ...Be not disappointed in thyself; trust thou in the favor and bounty of his highness, the Almighty. SW_v07#18 p.187 - -
AB11602 10 Persian حضرت همشیره را نمیدانم بچه زبان بیان اشتیاق نمایم آنچه بنویسم قلم قاصر است I do not know in what words I could describe my longing for my honoured sister. Whatever it may write, my pen falls short. BHKP_2#21x LTDT.335, BHK_2#21x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Eulogies; reminiscences; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11603 10 Persian ای پروردگار عون و عنایت و صون و مرحمت ارزان فرما O Lord! Bestow Thy aid and bounties, Thy protection and loving-kindness [3.5s] HUV1.019x Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11604 10 Thou shouldst continue thy profession and at the same time try to serve the Kingdom of God COC#1022x All things are in motion; kinds of motion; Effort; striving; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Work as worship - -
AB11605 10 Persian Bahá'í Prayers پروردگارا قلب صافی چون در عطا فرما O God, my God! Bestow upon me a pure heart, like unto a pearl. HUV1.013 BPRY.029 Geoffrey, Sarah, Shadi & Hoda, Soulrise Melodies, L. Robinson Prayer for purity; chastity; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11607 10 ...We should do little things as well as great things for the love of God. SW_v14#06 p.167 - -
AB11608 10 ...the distributing center of spiritual enlightenment, and all the world received this heavenly blessing COF.035x - -
AB11609 10 ...His light at first had been a star; now it became a mighty sun GPB.196x - -
AB11610 10 ...It is the manifest Standard waving in the center of that great continent GPB.351x - -
AB11611 10 ...Even as the snow, they will melt away in the July sun PDC.147 - -
AB11612 10 ...The Lord of the day of the manifestation is his highness, Baha'o'llah. SW_v09#01 p.006x - -
AB11613 10 ...developed powers and capacities greater and more wonderful than other nations COF.035x - -
AB11614 10 ...heavenly illumination stream to all the peoples of the world COF.121x, COF.132x, GPB.397x - -
AB11615 10 ...on that day will the faithful rejoice with exceeding gladness MBW.044x - -
AB11616 10 ...Assuredly ye will achieve a Conquest in California SW_v02#13 p.006 - -
AB11623 10 ...influence and illumination are far-reaching COF.035x - -
AB11624 10 The greatest prison is the prison of self. VLAB.009 - -
AB11625 10 Persian بهترین غذا سرور است The best food is happiness. HKD.270 SOMH.200 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow - -
ABU3564 10 Arabic البلشفیک ستسری من روسیا و متی یعم شرها یتفق العالم علی سحقها The Bolsheviks shall spread forth from Russia, and when their evil encompasseth all, then shall the world unite to crush them [3.5s] YIK.304, ZIAB1.105 - -
ABU3565 10 Arabic الدنیا قلابة دائما من حال الی حال فالعاقل هو الذی لا یعتمد علی تقلباتها The world doth ever revolve from state to state, and the wise one is he who placeth not his reliance upon its fluctuations [3.5s] YIK.298, ZIAB2.141 - -
ABU3575 10 Persian والله بتو محبت دارم و بیادت مشغولم اینست که اثر دارد By God, I cherish thee with love and am occupied with thy remembrance. This verily hath effect [3.5s] KHH2.192a (2.352) Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
ABU3593 10 Children of unbelievers and infidels who die before the age of responsibility are not punished, because they are under the favor of God. SW_v09#09 p.101 Chastisement and requital; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Justice and wrath of God - -
ABU3594 10 I mean the heaven from which Christ descended and to which he ascended--the heaven of divine Will, the heaven of spirituality SW_v13#06 p.148 Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Resurrection of Christ - -
ABU3595 10 Give the message with love and joy to those we meet and leave the souls to God. SW_v13#04 p.090x - -
ABU3606 10 The meaning of the dream I dreamt is now clear and evident. Please God this dynamite will not explode GPB.271x, VLAB.138 Interpretation of dreams and visions; Predictions and prophecies - -
ABU3607 10 The body is the word. The spirit is its meaning. The word passes. The meaning remains. SW_v13#04 p.090x Outward and inward meanings - -
ABU3608 10 Religion is an attitude toward God which reflects itself in our attitude towards men. SW_v13#04 p.090x Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3614 10 Be not grieved on account of poverty for true wealth is surging and inundating like unto the ocean. SW_v08#02 p.020 Consolation and comfort; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3615 10 I dreamed a dream and behold, the Blessed Beauty (Baha'u'llah) came and said to Me: `Destroy this room.' GPB.310x, PAB.003 Accounts of dreams and visions; Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3624 10 Truth (the highest truth) is unattainable except through the favor of the Holy Spirit. SW_v08#08 p.098 Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Knowledge; recognition of God; Spiritual foundations of true knowledge; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3630 10 I am a servant and this station I have chosen for myself. SW_v08#15 p.210 - -
ABU3645 10 The insistent self. BW_v13p1187x, VLAB.010x Satan; the Evil One; Selfishness; self-love; egotism; self-indulgence; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
BB00684 10 Arabic انّا بعثنا علياً من مرقده وارسلناه اليک لو عرفته لسجدت بين يديه Verily, We raised up 'Alí from His resting-place and sent Him unto thee. Hadst thou recognized Him, thou wouldst have bowed down before Him [3.5s] ASAM.253x, TZH3.088x - -
BH11553 10 Arabic ان یا عبادی ذکری ایاکم هو من اعظم مواهبی لو انتم تشعرون O My servants! My remembrance of you is indeed among My most exalted gifts, would that ye might perceive [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.158e, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11556 10 Persian ای ابراهیم امروز روزیست که مسجد اقصی ندا مینماید O Abraham! This is the Day whereon the Most Holy Temple raiseth its call [3.5s] AKHA_118BE #07 p.a - -
BH11558 10 Persian جناب آقا علی که خود موجودست جواب لازم نه Jinab-i-Aqa Ali, who is himself present, requireth no reply [3.5s] BLIB_Or15736.210a, Personal instructions - -
BH11559 10 Persian جناب ضیاء علیه بهائی انشاءالله بما یحب و یرضی فائز باشند May Jinab-i-Diya, upon him be the Glory of God, attain, if God willeth, unto that which is beloved and well-pleasing unto Him [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.190b, Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
BH11564 10 Arabic فاستمع ندآء ربک عن یمین العرش خلف الف حجاب من الحریر الدِمَقس المنیر Hearken thou unto the Call of thy Lord from the right of the Throne, beyond a thousand veils of luminous damask silk [3.5s] ASAT3.254x Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
BH11567 10 Arabic لو لا الفاقة ما اشرق نیر الانقطاع فی الابداع Were it not for poverty, the luminary of detachment would not shine forth in creation [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.180b, Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
BH11568 10 Arabic من زار الاخت و المسیح فی الری کمن زارنی He who visiteth Ukht and Masih in Rayy, it is as though he hath visited Me IQN.151 LTDT.269 Martyrs and martyrdom; Personal instructions - -
BH11569 10 Arabic هو الباقی ان الورقة العلیا سمعت ندآء سدرة المنتهی و طارت الیها ١۲٩٩ He is the Everlasting. Verily this exalted leaf hearkened to the Call of the Tree beyond which there is no passing and winged her flight towards it. 1299 AYT.027, KHAF.181 AFNAN.117 Eulogies; reminiscences; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Manifestation of God as tree of life; sadratu'l-muntaha - -
BH11571 10 Arabic یا ارض الخضراء استمع ندآء مالک الاسماء انه یذکرک بما O Verdant Land! Hearken unto the Call of the Lord of Names, for verily He maketh mention of thee with that which [3.5s] ASAT3.207x - -
BH11572 10 Arabic یا مصطفی انشاءالله بنار سدره کرم باشی و بنور وجه منیر O Mustafa! God willing, mayest thou be enkindled with the fire of the celestial Tree of bounty and illumined by the light of the radiant Countenance [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.197d, Praise and encouragement - -
BH11573 10 Arabic یا من تشبه بهیکلی... O thou whose temple beareth resemblance to Mine! EBTB.059x - - GSH.109x
BH11576 10 ...the Gulf that hath branched out of this Ocean that hath encompassed all created things GPB.243x God as immanent vs. transcendent reality; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11578 10 ...He around Whom the Point of the Bayan (Bab) hath revolved is come TDH#158.19x, GPB.098x Chastisement and requital; Consolation and comfort; Praise and encouragement; Proclamation to people of the Bayan - -
BHU0063 10 Extend thy consideration to Our loved ones and deal with them with kindness GPB.150x - -
BHU0065 10 unknown مرسل رسل و منزل کتب It is so! The Sender of the Messengers and the Revealer of the Books is Our station. STOB#103 - -
AB11572 Cablegram 10 Arabic اسلوا الکروسه سریعاً مرادنا ان نذهب الی العدسیه و ترجع الی حیفا عباس Send the carriage swiftly; we intend to proceed to 'Addasiyyih and return to Haifa. 'Abbas [3.5s] ZSM.1916-09-22 - -
AB11599 Cablegram 10 Eng Safely arrived London. Remembered always. Greetings Maxwell. Kiss baby. MAX.285b - -
AB11606 Cablegram 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 رضایت الهی خواهید نه عضویت پارلمان Wish for the good-pleasure of God, not membership in the parliament BDA2.370 MHMD2.494 - -
AB11620 Cablegram dated 1892-05-29 10 Eng The Sun of Baha has set…. GPB.222x - -
AB11571 Cablegram dated 1912-08-28 10 Eng Your letter received. In reality thou art illumined. We leave for Montreal Friday Morning. MAX.279 - -
AB11592 Cablegram dated 1912-12-14 10 Eng Thanks to Bahá'u'lláh, we arrived safely at Liverpool. Greeting to the friends. SW_v03#16 p.002 - -
AB11584 Cablegram dated 1912-12-30 10 Eng Receive no Persian, even my family, without autographic permission. Communicate to all friends. SW_v06#12 p.093, BSTW#073a - -
AB11601 Cablegram dated 1913-04-02 10 Eng WITH JOY AND HAPPINESS REACHED STUTTGART ABBAS. DAS.1913-04-01, SW_v04#02 p.041 - -
AB11583 Cablegram dated 1913-04-12 10 Eng LAMP OF GOD SHINING BRILLIANTLY IN BUDAPEST DETAIL ADDRESSES DELIVERED IN IMPORTANT MEETINGS. DAS.1913-04-12, SW_v04#03 p.058 - -
AB11600 Cablegram dated 1913-06-19 10 Eng ARRIVED SAFELY PORT SAID WITH JOY AND FRAGRANCE. ABBAS. DAS.1913-06-17, SW_v04#06 p.104 - -
AB11619 Cablegram dated 1913-09-19 10 Eng Send Mrs. Fraser to Ramleh. DAS.1913-09-18, ABIE.330, BLO_PN#007 - -
AB11617 Cablegram dated 1913-12-10 10 Eng ARRIVED SAFELY HOLYLAND. ABBAS. DAS.1913-12-09, SW_v04#15 p.258 - -
AB11591 Cablegram dated 1914-10-29 10 Eng Invite speakers men and women having power delivering speeches. Divine confirmations assured. DAS.1914-10-29 - -
AB11618 Cablegram dated 1914-11-28 10 Eng Health perfect. Greeting to all. DAS.1914-11-27 - -
AB11582 Cablegram dated 1921-02-15 10 Eng All affairs concerning Universal Temple referred General Convention. I cannot interfere, submit everything Convention. SW_v12#01 p.019 - -
AB11621 Cablegram dated 1921-11 10 Persian احوال و صحت احباء چطوراست How is situation and health of friends? NJB_v12#14 p.238 SW_v12#14 p.232, PPRL.049x - -
AB11622 Cablegram dated 1921-11 10 Persian از الطاف الهی صحت میطلبم I implore health from divine bounty. NJB_v12#14 p.238 SW_v12#14 p.232, ABCC.451, PPRL.049x - -
AB11598 Cablegram dated ca. 1914-07-04 10 Eng Former cablegram correct. Protect Cause according contents. Inform Remey. BSTW#073g - -
ABU3639 Interview with W. A. Lawson of the Sacramento Bee given on 1912-10-26 10 Being a Bahá’í, my affiliation is with all religions. ECN.409+526 Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Oneness; unity of religion - -
ABU3631 Last recorded words 10 You wish me to take some food, and I am going? GPB.311x, PAB.007, ABCC.462, VLAB.141 - -
BH11566 Seal of Baha’u’llah #01 10 Arabic لا اله الا الله الملک الحق المبین عبده حسینعلی No god but God, the sovereign, the truth, the resplendent. His servant Husayn-`Ali KHSH04.016 KSHK#19 - -
BH11565 Seal of Baha’u’llah #02 10 Arabic لا اله الا الله الملک الحق المبین حسینعلی No god but God, the sovereign, the truth, the resplendent. Husayn-`Ali KHSH04.016 KSHK#19 - -
BH11557 Seal of Baha’u’llah #03 10 Arabic بهاء الله Baha’u’llah KHSH04.016, MHA.000ii, AMIN.017#1 KSHK#19 - -
BH11562 Seal of Baha’u’llah #04 10 Arabic دلیلی نفسی و برهانی امری و حجتی جمالی المنیر My evidence is my self, my proof is my cause, and my testimony is my radiant beauty. INBA84:179b, INBA84:107b, INBA84:047d KHSH04.016, KHSH06.ii, MHA.000i, AMIN.017#5 KSHK#19 Power of the Manifestation of God - -
BH11552 Seal of Baha’u’llah #05 10 Arabic السجن لله الواحد المختار The prison belongs to God, the One the Unconstrained KHSH04.016, AMIN.017#7 KSHK#19 - -
BH11554 Seal of Baha’u’llah #07 10 Arabic انا المظلوم المسجون الغریب الوحید I am the wronged one, the imprisoned, the stranger, the alone. KHSH04.016, AMIN.017#6 KSHK#19 - -
BH11561 Seal of Baha’u’llah #13 10 Arabic حسین و علی Husayn and `Ali KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 - -
BH11563 Seal of Baha’u’llah #14 10 Arabic شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو العزیز المحبوب God bears witness that there is no god but Him, the powerful, the beloved. KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 - -
BH11560 Seal of Baha’u’llah #16 10 Arabic حسینعلی عبده الراجی حسینعلی Husayn-`Ali, His hopeful servant, Husayn-`Ali KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 - -
BH11555 Seal of Baha’u’llah #17 10 Arabic اننی انا وجه الله الانور Verily, I am the face of God, the most luminous. KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 - -
BH11570 Seal of Baha’u’llah #18 10 Arabic ینطق لسان الابهی فی ملکوت البدا الملک لله الفرد الواجد العلی الاعلی The tongue of the most glorious proclaims in the kingdom of creation: Sovereignty belongs to God, the incomparable, the single, the exalted, the most exalted. KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 - -
BB00635 Seal of the Báb 10 Arabic شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو العزیز المحبوب God testifieth that there is none other God but Him, the Almighty, the Best-Beloved CMB_F23.162v03-169v01 (56), , CMB_F25.4, TZH3.068c, QISM.001 KSHK.BWB - -
BB00649 Seal of the Báb 10 Arabic اننی انا حجة الله و نوره Verily, I am the proof of God and His light CMB_F23.132v14-133v04 (33), , CMB_F25.4, TZH3.068c, QISM.001 KSHK.BWB Manifestation of God as sun; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God - -
ABU3627 Words recorded by Mrs Goodall in Oct 1910 10 The Christians have exaggerated the birth of Jesus. PN_1912 p015 Birth of Christ; purity; virginity of Mary - -
ABU3571 Words spoken at 309 W 78th St in New York, 1912-07-04 10 Persian Mahmúd's Diary مثل تعلق آفتاب بمرآتست و موت عبارت از انقطاع این ارتباط It has the same connection as the sun has with the mirror. Death is the name for the dissolution of this connection. BDA1.146.08 SW_v14#02 p.037, MHMD1.157 Relationship of the soul to the body; Soul; spirit after death; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3590 Words spoken at Grand Hotel in Vienna, 1913-04-23 10 To enter in the Kingdom of God is the greatest and most important duty. DAS.1913-04-23 The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
ABU3760 Words spoken at Grand Hotel in Vienna, 1913-04-23 10 The thirsty one must run after the water; the fountain will not run after those who are thirsty DAS.1913-04-23 Condition of search; Effort; striving; Living waters; water of life; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3586 Words spoken in 1910 10 Characterize thyself with the characteristics of God, and thou shalt know the spiritual life! TOR.211, VLAB.117 Attaining the life of the spirit; Human reality created in the image of God; Knowledge; recognition of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3592 Words spoken in 1921 10 I am so fatigued the hour is come when I must leave everything and take My flight. I am too weary to walk GPB.310x, PAB.004 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3599 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 10 Abdu'l-Bahá in London I received a letter from Tolstoy, and in it he said that he wished to write a book upon Baha'u'llah. AIL.094 Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
ABU3603 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 10 Abdu'l-Bahá in London The pure heart is one that is entirely cut away from self. To be selfless is to be pure. AIL.107 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Knowledge of self; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity - -
ABU3583 Words spoken on 1905-03-26 10 Today, the most important affair is firmness in the Covenant SW_v05#15 p.227, SW_v04#14 p.237 Role of the Covenant in preserving unity - -
ABU3641 Words spoken on 1907-04-15 10 This is but the imagination of mankind. BSTW#211a Demons and evil spirits; Occult sciences; psychic phenomena; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
ABU3604 Words spoken on 1911-10-18 in Paris 10 In a state of potentiality, possessing no consciousness as we understand it. PN_1911 p017 Development of capacity and readiness; Existence and nonexistence; preexistence; Origin of the soul; the soul as emanation - -
ABU3566 Words spoken on 1912-12-25 in London 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 امر بهائی شامل اصول جمیع ادیانست چونکه صد آمد نود هم پیش ماست The Baha'i Cause consists of the same principles inherent in all the divine religions. 'Now that the one hundred hath come, ninety is with us also.' BDA2.041 MHMD2.048 Oneness; unity of religion; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures; Universality of the Cause - -
ABU3567 Words spoken on 1913-01-09 in Edinburgh 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 ای پروردگار پرتوی از شمس حقیقت بر این انجمن زن تا روشن گردد O Divine providence, shed a ray from the Sun of Truth upon this gathering that it may become illumined. HUV1.018, YHA1.429, BDA2.074 MHMD2.089 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Manifestation of God as sun; Prayer for gatherings; meetings; assemblies; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
ABU3568 Words spoken on 1913-01-09 in Edinburgh 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 خدایا دارندهء این کتاب را موفق فرما O God! Graciously assist the bearer of this book. AHB.128BE #06-11 p.356, YHA1.429, BDA2.074 MHMD2.089 - -
ABU3758 Words spoken on 1913-03-19 in Paris 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 حال خوب است اسباب مسافرت بکُرات دیگر فراهم کنند It would now be fitting to prepare the means of travel to other planets! BDA2.146 MHMD2.183, BW_v13p1187x Plenitude; the pervasiveness of life in the cosmos; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology - -
ABU3759 Words spoken on 1913-04-06 to a minister of Stuttgart 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 امّا بامپراطور آلمان منویس زیرا مغرورند و مشغول حالا گوش نمیدهند Do not write to the emperor; he is proud and preoccupied, and will not take heed at present BDA2.222 MHMD2.287 Personal instructions; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
ABU3663 Words spoken on 1913-05-13 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 اگر قائم مقام بود ایران را احیاء مینمود if the Qa’im-Maqam were still with us, the whole of Persia would be revived. SFI18.275, BDA2.299a MHMD2.395, LOIR20.171 - -
ABU3570 Words spoken on 1913-09-18 in Ramleh 10 It is necessary to joke now and then. Joking is the salt of conversation. DAS.1913-09-18, ABIE.329, BLO_PN#007 Humor; jokes - -
ABU3633 Words spoken on 1914-02-16 10 A cheerful countenance lends consolation to the beholder. DAS.1914-02-16, SW_v07#18 p.186 Consolation and comfort; Courtesy; culture [adab]; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3605 Words spoken on 1914-04-20 in Haifa 10 I am afraid if I breathe Mirza Ahmad will write it down. DAS.1914-04-20 - -
ABU3634 Words spoken on 1914-07-11 10 Devotion to and love for one's vocation accomplishes miracles. DAS.1914-07-11, SW_v08#02 p.021 Excellence; distinction; Power of imagination; thought; right intention; Useful occupation; acquisition of a craft; trade; profession; Work as worship - -
ABU3600 Words spoken on 1914-07-13 10 The Cause of Baha'o'llah is in fulfillment of all the prophecies in all the books of the religions of the world. DAS.1914-07-13, SW_v09#01 p.006 Oneness; unity of religion; Prophecy and fulfillment - -
ABU3629 Words spoken on 1914-07-26 10 What art thou reading? "A lecture on the coming world teacher, by Mrs. Besant." "The great world teacher has already come" DAS.1914-07-26, SW_v09#01 p.006 Predictions and prophecies; Prophecy and fulfillment - -
ABU3622 Words spoken on board the SS Celtic at sea, 1912-12-09 10 Trustworthiness is the most brilliant jewel in the diadem which crowns man's heavenly attributes. DAS.1912-12-09, SW_v08#02 p.025 Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3573 Words spoken on board the SS Celtic at sea, 1912-12-13 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 من در امریکا گفتم که جنگ بالکان مقدمهٴ آن حرب عمومی است In America, I stated that the Balkan War was the beginning of the world war to which you refer BDA2.019 MHMD2.022 Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Predictions and prophecies - -
ABU3589 Words spoken on board the SS Celtic in New York, 1912-12-06 10 This (Covenant) is the Ark of Noah, its moving power is the fire of the love of God DAS.1912-12-06, SW_v03#16 p.002, SW_v08#16 p.219 Love as fire; Love of God; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant - -
ABU3580 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 10 Was ist Kultur, wenn sie nicht lebendiger Besitz eines Einzelnen ist? Luxus des Begüterten! Klassen- und Kastenbesitz SDW v13#11 p.112 - -
ABU3587 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 10 Die freudigste Genugtuung fühlt man nach Erfüllung und Vollendung von schweren, opfervollen Pflichten! SDW v13#10 p.103 - -
ABU3621 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 10 Das schönste Pentagramm umfaßt: Liebe, Arbeit, Gebet, Friede und Freude. Jage täglich seiner Verwirklichung nach! SDW v13#10 p.104 Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer; Work as worship - -
ABU3572 Words to a visitor, spoken on 1913-05-12 10 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 معانی شرع قدیم را حضرت مسیح نشئهٴ واثر جدید داد By this is meant that Christ imbued the meanings of the ancient law with new life and invested them with a fresh effect AVK2.183.02, BDA2.297 DAS.1913-05-12, MHMD2.393 Changing and unchanging parts of religion; Christ; Christianity; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures - -
ABU3628 Words to Ali-Kuli Khan spoken in 1900 10 Sometimes material food confers spiritual sustenance and strength. SUR.136 Consumption of meat; vegetarianism; diet - -
ABU3577 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 Their punishment will be a deprivation of God... No, for God's Mercy is never wearied. PN_1907 p016 Chastisement and requital; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
ABU3578 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 No. A soul, once freed from its body, never again takes shape in this world. PN_1907 p017 Reincarnation - -
ABU3579 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 No. It will be placed in different conditions by God's Mercy, and will eventually progress. PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Existence; immortality of the human soul; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3584 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 No! Not to me, but to the Glory of God (Bahá'u'lláh) whose Light I reflect PN_1907 p016 Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3585 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 God has made all mankind of one family; no race is superior to another. PN_1907 p017 Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3611 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 Yes: every soul has a beginning, but, once created is immortal. PN_1907 p016 Existence; immortality of the human soul; Origin of the soul; the soul as emanation - -
ABU3616 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 No man can be happy without God, though he may not know why he is miserable SW_v07#16 p.161, PN_1907 p017 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Knowledge; recognition of God; Transcending the material condition; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness - -
ABU3625 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 10 No, the dead retain both interest in and remembrance of those they love. SW_v14#02 p.037, PN_1907 p017 Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3635 Words to American pilgrims spoken around April 1907 10 Through prayer, supplication, purification of the heart and good wishes. SW_v08#04 p.045 Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3582 Words to Aseyeh Allen spoken in May 1907 10 Part is what you are and part is what I hope you will be. PN_1907 p063 Personal instructions - -
ABU3626 Words to Dickinson Miller, spoken on 1911-08-24 10 Such people are doing the work of true religion. AIF.1911-08-24, PN_1909B p026, PN_unsorted p075, DJT.165-166, BLO_PN#027 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Love of God; Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social) - -
ABU3602 Words to Dr. O. F. Fischer spoken around Apr. 1909 10 A Manifestation of God is a tangible part of the Great Concord. PN_1909F p044 Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3612 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 10 No, the ablution is only for the obligatory daily prayer which should be said three times a day. DLA.064, BLO_PN#026 Islamic rituals; holy days; practices; etc.; Law of obligatory prayer; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU3619 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 10 These are the words of Bahá'u'lláh referring to His persecutions and those of His Martyrs. DLA.062-063, BLO_PN#026 Martyrs and martyrdom; Suffering and imprisonment; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3620 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 10 Whatever is done in love is never any trouble, and---there is always time. PTF.052, DLA.042, VLAB.090, BLO_PN#026 E. Mahony (1), E. Mahony (2) Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion - -
ABU3637 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 10 Bahá'u'lláh was a descendent of Abraham. DLA.066, BLO_PN#026 Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Baha'u'llah; Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal - -
ABU3643 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 10 Yes, though not so great as Buddha. DLA.062, BLO_PN#026 Buddhism and Hinduism; religions of the East - -
ABU3591 Words to Inez Cook spoken in Apr. 1920 10 Until the sun rises in the West, the door of repentance will remain open. PN_1920 p113 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Predictions and prophecies; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3576 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 They are limited only by the capacity of souls to whom They reveal the Word. TDLA.006, BLO_PN#104 Differences in human capacity; Physical limitations of the Manifestation of God - -
ABU3596 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 It rests with the mercy of God and through the eternal bounty it will not be deprived of that mercy. SW_v09#09 p.101, TDLA.006, BLO_PN#104 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3597 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 Faith is not so much what we believe as what we carry out. SW_v08#05 p.058 , PN_unsorted p076, TDLA.013, BLO_PN#104 Goodly deeds; actions - -
ABU3601 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 Our Actions reveal what we are, no matter what the tongue speaks. TDLA.005, BLO_PN#104 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3609 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 The soul is the Sanctuary of God; Reason is His Throne. TDLA.005, BLO_PN#104 Human soul as mirror; divine light, attributes within; Mind as principle emanation; activity of the human spirit; Soul is the essential reality of man; Existence; immortality of the human soul; The human soul; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU3610 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 Yes, there must be a standard of perfection for human example. TDLA.006, BLO_PN#104 Infallibility; sinlessness ['ismat] - -
ABU3617 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 His spiritual attributes. No one can destroy his spiritual qualities; they are from God. SW_v07#16 p.153, PN_unsorted p076, TDLA.014, BLO_PN#104 Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3618 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 The miracles of Christ were spiritual teachings, not literal. TDLA.014, BLO_PN#104 Literal interpretation; Miracles and their interpretation; Outward and inward meanings; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3644 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 10 Tests are like fire which purifies. TDLA.014, BLO_PN#104 Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3638 Words to Juliet Thompson 10 The daughters of the Kingdom should not have a desire. SW_v07#10 p.097 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience - -
ABU3588 Words to Juliet Thompson, spoken on 1911-08-25 10 Yes. If not in this world, then in the next, as a sleeper wakens. AIF.1911-08-25, DJT.171, BLO_PN#027 Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Martyrs and martyrdom; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3598 Words to Kinney, Beede, Thompson party, spoken on 1909-07-10 10 When I pray I turn my thoughts and face to the Blessed Perfection. PN_1909 p017, PN_1909 p052 Manifestation of God as mediator; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
BBU0017 Words to Manuchihr Khan 10 In the presence of God, there is no past, present, or future. There is an eternal now - -
ABU3581 Words to Mason Remey around Sept. 1911 10 Bahá'u'lláh is the root, I am the Branch. The root of the tree does not bear fruit. The fruit is found upon the branches. SW_v02#12 p.011 Manifestation of God as tree of life; sadratu'l-muntaha; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3563 Words to Mrs Maxwell, spoken on 1912-09-06 10 Persian Mahmúd's Diary اطفال زینت خانه اند منزلی که طفل ندارد مثل اینست که چراغ ندارد Children are the ornaments of the home. A home which has no children is like one without light. BDA1.230.15 SW_v19#12 p.381, MHMD1.247 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Parents and children; youth; families - -
ABU3636 Words to Ramona Brown, spoken on 1912-10-24 10 Memorize the talk I gave at Stanford University. MAB.080 Methods of teaching the Cause; Personal instructions - -
ABU3574 Words to some Baha'is, spoken on 1912-11-13 10 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هیئتی برای ترجمهٴ آثار مبارکه لازمست که در چند لسان ماهر باشند A committee consisting of experts in several languages is essential for the translation of the Sacred Writings. BDA1.371.15 MHMD1.390 Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings - -
ABU3640 Words to Sutherland Maxwell in 1909 10 Where is He?... Everywhere is nowhere. BW_v12p658 God as personal vs. impersonal reality; Knowledge; recognition of God; Manifestation of God as mediator - -
ABU3569 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-07-03 10 Persian Mahmúd's Diary سلطنت الهی قدیم است و مادام خالق بوده خلق هم داشته The Kingdom of God is pre-existent and, since He is the Creator; without doubt He has always had a creation. BDA1.144.16 MHMD1.155-156 Creation of the world; Eternality vs. origination; creation from nothingness; Infinity and eternity; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
ABU3613 Words to two mullahs, spoken on 1913-07-30 10 Our field of activity is Europe and America. I have come here to rest for a few months. DAS.1913-07-30, ABIE.130, BLO_PN#007 - -
ABU3642 Words to Waite, Harrison et al, spoken on 1909-10-13 10 This is right, this is right. PN_unsorted p158 Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3623 Words to William Randall ? 10 Never talk about God to a man with an empty stomach. Feed him first. SW_v11#03 p.043-044, VLAB.105 Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Methods of teaching the Cause; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
BBU0015 Words uttered at the Shrine of Imam Husayn 10 O God, my God, my Beloved, my heart's Desire! DB.030 J. Heath [track 5], T. Price, L. Slott, E. Mahony, E. Mahony, Friends in Malaysia, Mona, Dibo & Nachidah, G. Sterling, S. Toloui-Wallace, T. Ellis - -
BB00676 Inscription on the Bab's signet ring 15 Arabic سبحان الله ان الذی لا اله الا هو هذا صراط من لدنه کل عليه تمرّون Praise be unto Him; there is no God but Him. This is a Path revealed by His behest, and all shall pass thereon BW_v16p027, ADMS#146 - -
AB11471 20 Arabic الهی الهی توکلت علیک و فوضت الامور الیک انک انت الفضال الکریم و ارحم الراحمین O my God, O my God! In Thee I have placed my trust, and unto Thee have I committed all affairs. Verily, Thou art the All-Bountiful, the Most Generous, and the Most Merciful of the merciful [3.5s] HUV2.005 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
AB11472 20 Persian اما قضیه صبیه شما اگر در میان خلق به کلیمی مشهورو معروفند شریعت تورات مجری دارید As for the matter of your daughter, if she is known and recognized among the people as a follower of the Jewish Faith, you must implement the laws of the Torah [3.5s] KHMT.062x Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Personal instructions - -
AB11473 20 LTDT.306x Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Personal instructions - -
AB11475 20 ...Because of Abdu'l-Baha many a test will be visited upon you. Troubles will befall you, and suffering afflict you ADJ.042x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Mary Magdalene; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11476 20 ...The Hidden Words is a treasury of divine mysteries. When thou ponderest its contents, the doors of the mysteries will open COC#0398x Greatest Name; Law of repetition; recitation of the Greatest Name; Study; deepening; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
AB11478 20 Persian Trustworthiness اول صفت اهل ایمان امانتست و اول صفت اهل طغیان خیانت ...The primary characteristic of true believers is trustworthiness whereas the primary characteristic of the rebellious is faithlessness COMP_TRUSTP#46x BRL_TRUST#45x, COC#2057x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11479 20 Persian Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá کلّ مأمور بمعالجه و متابعت حکما هستند اين محض اطاعت امر اللّه است و الّا شافی خدا ...It is incumbent upon everyone to seek medical treatment and to follow the doctor’s instructions, for this is in compliance with the divine ordinance MMK1#136 p.153x SWAB#136x, LOG#0959x Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Laws of God; of the Kitab-i-Aqdas; Personal instructions; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
AB11480 20 mixed ای بنده حق نامه اخیر شما رسید ... از هر کنار تیر دعا کرده‌ئی روان شاید کزین میانه یکی کارگر شود O servant of Truth! Thy recent letter was received... From every quarter hast thou loosed the arrows of prayer, that haply one among them might find its mark [3.5s] MSHR2.073x Growth of the Cause; Prayers (general or uncategorized); Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11482 20 Persian Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá نقاهت هر چند از عوارض ذاتيّه انسانست ولی فی الحقيقه مشکل است نعمت صحّت بر جميع نعما مرجّح است ...Although ill health is one of the unavoidable conditions of man, truly it is hard to bear. The bounty of good health is the greatest of all gifts MMK1#132 p.148x SWAB#132x Health and healing; material and spiritual healing - -
AB11483 20 mixed انقلابات در ایران متتابع و عقبه دارد احبّا باید در نهایت سکون و قرار و وقار سلوک و حرکت نمایند The upheavals in Iran follow one upon another and have far-reaching consequences; the loved ones must conduct themselves with the utmost composure, steadfastness and dignity [3.5s] AVK4.443.08x, SHYM.061 Martyrs and martyrdom; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11484 20 Persian تبدیل مشرق الاذکار بمحلّی احسن و اعلی جائز تعدّد مشرق الاذکار در بلدهٴ واحده مقبول The transformation of the Mashriqu'l-Adhkár to a more excellent and exalted place is permissible; the establishment of multiple Mashriqu'l-Adhkárs in a single city is acceptable [3.5s] AVK4.152.11x Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; House of Justice; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Justice and wrath of God; Law of obligatory prayer; Soul; spirit after death - -
AB11485 20 Persian ای خداوند این گمکشتگان کوی خویش را عاشقان فارغ از بیگانه و خویش فرما توای O God! Suffer these wanderers around thy abode to become they passionate lovers, freed from the known and the unknown. Verily Thou art the Powerful and the Mighty. YARP2.493 p.364 DAS.1914-03-28 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Prayer for nearness to God - -
AB11486 20 Persian ای دلبر آفاق این اهل اشراقرا از حلاوت ساغر محبتت شیرین مذاق فرما توای توانا O Beloved of the horizons! Make sweet the taste of these illumined souls with the honeyed wine of Thy chalice of love, O Thou the Almighty [3.5s] MJMJ3.078b, MMG2#010 p.010 Love of God; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11487 20 Persian ای سلیل جلیل ابراهیم عنقریب ملاحظه فرمائی که وعدهٴ الٓهیّه در حقّ سلالهٴ ابراهیم بالاخصّ تحقّق یابد و فرح رخ بگشاید O illustrious scion of Abraham! Soon shalt thou witness how the divine promise concerning the seed of Abraham shall be fulfilled in particular, and joy shall unveil its face [3.5s] AVK4.472x Abraham; Isaac; Ishmael; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Prophecy and fulfillment - -
AB11488 20 Persian ای سلیمان وقت حشمت سلیمانی است و هنگام سلطنت روحانی و آن عبودیت آستان O Solomon! This is the time of Solomonic grandeur and the hour of spiritual sovereignty and servitude at His Threshold [3.5s] DRM.019e Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Transcending the material condition - -
AB11489 20 Persian ای شوقی از خدا نجواه که در انجمن روحانیان سراج نورانی گردی و نفس رحمانی یابی O Shoghi, beseech thou God that in the assemblage of spiritual ones thou mayest become a luminous lamp and attain unto the breath of the All-Merciful [3.5s] AKHA_116BE #01-03 p.50 Being a source of light; guidance; Personal instructions; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11490 20 Persian ای شوقی عزیز نامه شما در نهایت سرور قرائت گردید ... مطمئن باش تو را خواهم خواست O beloved Shoghi! With the utmost joy was thy letter perused... Rest assured that I shall summon thee [3.5s] AKHA_116BE #01-03 p.51x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11491 20 Persian ای قدسیه آیت تقدیس باش و رایت تنزید تا انوار عصمت حقیقی بر جهان افشانی O celestial one, be thou a sign of sanctification and a banner of exaltation, that the lights of true purity may illumine the world [3.5s] DRM.019c Chastity and purity; Personal instructions; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity - -
AB11492 20 ...Thou hast written regarding the education of the children. It is very acceptable and beloved. Unquestionably these children shall make ideal and physical advancement SW_v09#08 p.093x Education of children; moral education; Race unity; racial issues - -
AB11493 20 Persian روحی لأحبّائه الفدآء نفسی بر این عبد اعتراض نتواند جمیع اعتراضها بر جمال قدم است که نفس بی‌عصمتی را مرکز میثاق قرار داد May my spirit be a sacrifice for His loved ones! No objection can be raised against this servant; all objections are to be directed towards the Ancient Beauty, Who [they say] appointed one bereft of infallibility as the Center of the Covenant [3.5s] INBA21:151.03ax Call to action; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
AB11494 20 ...It is necessary for all to learn a craft, through which the people may earn their living. This commandment is universal. COC#0014x Business; financial; property matters; Suffering and imprisonment - -
AB11495 20 Persian Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha ای منجذب بملکوت آموختن هنر موسیقی را تکمیل کن و تا حد امکان در جانفشانی بآستان O thou attracted one of the Kingdom! Complete thou the study of the art of music and sacrifice thyself KHSH04.154x TAB.671 Music and singing; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11496 20 Persian ای نوریه چون از نور الهی مقتبس گردی ایت نور علی شوی و مجلای فیض سلطان ظهور O Núríyyih, when thou art illumined with the divine light, thou shalt become a light upon light and the dawning-place of the grace of the Sovereign of Manifestation [3.5s] DRM.019d Fire and light; fire and water; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11497 20 mixed رب يسر الأمور و اشرح الصدور و اسمح بالفضل الموفور و ادخلنا فی جنة السرور و الحبور برحمتک يا عزيز و يا غفور ...Ease our affairs, O Lord, and gladden our hearts. Show us such beneficence as is born of Thine abundant bounty MMG2#264 p.294x ADMS#051 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for assistance; intercession - -
AB11498 20 ...Know thou that all the promises of Abdul-Baha are true and his instructions are inspirations of the Holy Spirit and received as suggestions from Baha’o’llah. SW_v08#15 p.211x Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Personal instructions; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
AB11499 20 mixed اعراب کلمات مبارکه بقاعدهٴ عربیّه جائز ، آیات صحیحه را باید ترتیل نمود نه آیات مشکوکه که احتمال غلط از کاتب دارد The placing of diacritical marks upon the blessed words according to the rules of Arabic grammar is permissible; the authentic verses should be intoned, not those that are doubtful and may contain scribal errors [3.5s] AVK4.029.02x Call to action; Law of Huququ'llah; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11500 20 Persian جناب ابوالقاسم کرمانی را تکبیر ابدع ابهی تبلیغ فرمااید اذن زیارت روضه مطهره Convey to Jinab-i-Abu'l-Qasim-i-Kirmaní the Most Glorious and Most Wondrous Greeting, and grant permission for pilgrimage to the Sacred Shrine [3.5s] INBA84:483e Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11501 20 Persian جناب امین سیصد جنیه که آخر فرستاده بودید با هشتصد جنیه برات تلغرافی هر دو Jinab-i-Amin: The three hundred guineas which you had last sent, together with the telegraphic draft of eight hundred guineas, both [3.5s] INBA16:209 Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters - -
AB11502 20 Persian جناب آقا محمد حسین بنفحه محبت الله مشامرا معطر و بذکر الله قلب را منور میفرمایند Jinab-i-Aqa Muhammad-Husayn perfumeth our senses with the fragrance of the love of God and illumineth our hearts with His remembrance [3.5s] INBA84:482b Praise and encouragement; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
AB11503 20 Persian جناب حاجی حسینعلی دعا مینماایم که حق ایشانرا بنوعی تایید فرماید که کل نفوس I supplicate on behalf of the esteemed Haji Husayn-'Ali, praying that God may confirm him in such wise that all souls [3.5s] INBA84:484c Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
AB11504 20 Persian جناب حاجی رجبعلی بنار محبت الله مشتعل و بنور معرفت الله در انجمن دوستان منور باشند O Jináb-i-Ḥájí Rajab-'Alí, mayest thou be enkindled with the fire of the love of God and illumined by the light of the knowledge of God in the assemblage of the friends [3.5s] INBA84:481d Knowledge; recognition of God - -
AB11505 20 Persian جناب حاجی عبدالله در جمیع احیان چون قلزم عرفان در موج و هیجان باشند Jinab-i-Haji-'Abdu'llah is at all times even as the ocean of divine knowledge, surging and swelling [3.5s] INBA84:482a Praise and encouragement - -
AB11506 20 Persian جناب حاجی محمد رضا باید بعنایت الهیه مسرور و بفضل حق مطمئن و بجود سلطان وجود مشعوف O Jinab-i-Haji Muhammad-Rida! Be thou joyous through divine bounties, confident through the grace of God, and gladdened through the munificence of the Sovereign Lord of being [3.5s] INBA84:484b Praise and encouragement - -
AB11507 20 Persian جناب شاپور از فضل و عنایت پروردگار مهربان میطلبیم که چون شاپور مستولی بر ممالک Through the grace and tender mercy of the loving Lord, we beseech that His eminence Shapur may, like Shapur of old, gain sovereignty over the realms [3.5s] INBA84:483a Knowledge; recognition of God; Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
AB11508 20 Persian جناب ف ت از فضل حق میجوایم که ایشانرا موفق باعلاء کلمه الهیه بین بریه فرماید I entreat the grace of God, that He may enable Jináb-i-F.T. to succeed in exalting the divine Word amongst all peoples [3.5s] INBA84:483f Personal instructions; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11509 20 Persian جناب مشهدی حیدر از فضل الهی باید امیدوار باشند که تایید تایید او و توفیق توفیق اوست Jinab-i-Mashhadi Haydar must remain hopeful through God's bounty, for His confirmations are true confirmations, and His aid is true aid [3.5s] INBA84:484a Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity - -
AB11510 20 Persian جناب مشهدی علی اکبر ناظر بملکوت ابهی باشند که تا دائما مشامرا معطر نمایند May Jinab-i-Mashhadi 'Ali-Akbar gaze upon the Abhá Kingdom, that he may ever perfume the senses [3.5s] INBA84:483d - -
AB11511 20 Persian جناب میرزا عباس در کل اوقات در قلوب این مشتاقان مذکورند و در محفل دوستان مشهور Jinab-i-Mirza Abbas is, at all times, remembered in the hearts of these longing souls and is renowned in the assembly of friends [3.5s] INBA84:482c - -
AB11512 20 Persian جناب میرزا محمد را بتکبیر ابدع ابهی مذکر و بذکر جمال الله مکبریم We extol Jinab-i-Mirza Muhammad with the Most Great salutation and glorify him with the remembrance of the Beauty of God. [3.5s] INBA84:482d Praise and encouragement - -
AB11513 20 Persian جناب هرمز امیدواریم که در دبستان الهی چون هرمس معانی بتدرس حقائق مشغول شوند Jinab-i-Hormoz: We cherish the hope that in the divine school thou mayest, like unto Hermes of old, be engaged in the study of spiritual verities [3.5s] INBA84:482f Hermes; Balinus; Study; deepening - -
AB11514 20 O Lord! Grant that this dearly-loved maidservant of Thine may proclaim the servitude of Abdu'l-Bahá. BLO_PT#052.23 Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
AB11515 20 Arabic خلق الانسان علی صوره الرحمن ای الصفة الرحمانیه فالشمایل الجسمانیه تفنی Humanity is created in the image of the Merciful [God], that is to say with Divine attributes KHH1.172 (1.239) KHHE.252, BSR_v13 p.090 Human reality created in the image of God; Origin of the soul; the soul as emanation; Relationship of the soul to the body; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11516 20 Sing in all gatherings of the love and harmony of the beloved and the maidservants of the Merciful. BSTW#009, BSTW#023 Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Music and singing; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11517 20 Arabic رب وفق امتک علی کل عمل مقبول فی باب احدیتک انک انت الکریم الرحیم O Lord! Aid Thy handmaiden to perform every deed that is acceptable at the threshold of Thine oneness. Verily, Thou art the All-Bountiful, the Most Merciful [3.5s] HUV1.022 S. Jaberi God's oneness [ahadiyyih and wahidiyyih]; Power of prayer; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others - -
AB11518 20 ...the all-mighty Covenant, the like of which the sacred Dispensations of the past have never witnessed GPB.239x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11519 20 Persian مدرسه تربیت باید اطفال جناب مارکار معلم را در نهایت مهربانی تعلیم نمایند زیرا The Tarbiyat School must teach the children of the esteemed Mr. Marcar with utmost kindness, for [3.5s] AHB.136BE #02-03 p.90 Personal instructions - -
AB11520 20 ...Indeed the sweet melody of the pupils of Mrs. H... gladdened the hearts of the people of the Supreme Concourse. SW_v09#08 p.093x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Nearness to God; Prayer for nearness to God; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11521 20 Persian ورقه موقنه مقبله امه الله ربابه را از قبل این عبد تکبیر ابدع ابهی ابلاغ Convey unto Rubábih, that assured and accepted leaf, handmaid of God, the Most Glorious and Most Wondrous greetings from this servant [3.5s] MKT6.177a - -
AB11522 20 Persian Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá از رأی حکيم حاذق بنصّ مبارک نبايد خارج شد و مراجعت فرض ولو نفس مريض ...According to the explicit decree of Baha’u’llah one must not turn aside from the advice of a competent doctor MMK1#135 p.153x SWAB#135x, LOG#0945x, LOG#0965x Business; financial; property matters; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing - -
AB11523 20 Thank thou God for inspiring thee with these verses in which thou art urging for peace, quietness, unity and affiliation. BLO_PT#052.21 Call to action; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity - -
AB11524 20 ...Those who accept only what logic can prove, On the path of life upon clumsy wooden legs they move LTDT.344x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters; Personal instructions; Prayer for protection - -
AB11525 20 ...O thou prepared lamp! Be thou enkindled with the fire of the love of God as much as thou canst and illumine those countries SW_v14#07 p.211x Attaining the life of the spirit; Being a source of light; guidance; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11526 20 ...I hope that all of them may become assisted in the service of the Mashrak-el-Azkar SW_v06#17 p.140 Call to action; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] - -
AB11527 20 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha O thou spiritual beloved! I have carefully looked at thy picture and found that from thy face TAB.648 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
AB11528 20 ...is equipped and empowered to accomplish that which will adorn the pages of history, to become the envy of the world, and be blest in both the East and the West for the triumph of its people COF.035x, COF.121x, GPB.254x, GPB.397x, TDH#158.5x East and West; communication between East and West; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
AB11530 20 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha ...Say to [Dr.] ... that "he studied physical medicine and he cured physical diseases TAB.507 - -
AB11533 20 O thou maidservant! Have great magnanimity so that thou mayest be favored in the threshold of the Almighty. Have lofty aspirations SW_v07#18 p.188 Exhortations and counsels; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11534 20 ...His honor, Mirza Ahmad Sohrab, has been permitted to leave for America, that there SW_v09#17 p.188 Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Prayer for service - -
AB11535 20 ...Whatsoever is latent in the innermost of this holy cycle shall gradually appear and be made manifest WOB.146x, SW_v13#09 p.253 Growth and progress is gradual and according to capacity; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Spiritual springtime - -
AB11536 20 ...The construction of Mashrak-el-Azkar in those regions is of the utmost importance SW_v06#17 p.134 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11537 20 ...The Almighty will no doubt grant you the help of His grace, will invest you with the tokens of His might WOB.077x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
AB11538 20 ...Verily, thy Lord will assist and inspire thee with the breath of the Holy Spirit and SW_v08#08 p.102-103 Confidence; courage; faith in teaching the Cause; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
AB11539 20 ...Man is endowed with superior reasoning power and the faculty of perception ADJ.038x Human reality created in the image of God; Mind as principle emanation; activity of the human spirit; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11540 20 ...The diversity in the human family should be the cause of love and harmony ADJ.038x, LOG#1792x Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Music and singing; Unity in diversity - -
AB11541 20 ...If you meet those of a different race and color from yourself, do not mistrust them ADJ.038x Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Race unity; racial issues - -
AB11542 20 ...The rulers of Palestine envied His influence and power. Governors and mutisarrifs GPB.193x Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
AB11543 20 ...When a gathering of these two races is brought about that assemblage will become the magnet ADJ.039x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Race unity; racial issues; The concourse on high - -
AB11544 20 ...This long voyage will prove how great is My love for you. There were many troubles GPB.288x Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11545 20 ...As thou hast realized thy own shortcomings, rest thou assured that thou art firm SW_v08#17 p.228x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Knowledge of self; Love of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
AB11546 20 ...The range of your future achievements still remains undisclosed. I fervently hope WOB.077x Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11547 20 ...If so helpless a creature can be endowed with so subtle a capacity, how much more efficacious WOB.127x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
AB11548 20 ...God did not make these divisions. These divisions have had their origin in man himself ADJ.037bx Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11549 20 ...The American continent giveth signs and evidences of very great advancement. Its future GPB.254x Praise of Western values; culture; Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11550 20 The use of the Greatest Name and dependence upon it, cause the soul to strip itself of the husks of mortality and to step forth freed, reborn, a new creature LOG#0892cx, BNEW#80 suppl Oct 1964 p.2 Greatest Name; Law of repetition; recitation of the Greatest Name; Second birth; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11551 20 ...Truly, I say, in this publication you have written instructive articles. May God assist and confirm you! SW_v01#13 p.010x Praise and encouragement - -
AB11552 20 ...The day is approaching when ye shall witness how, through the splendor of the Faith of Baha'u'llah WOB.075x East and West; communication between East and West; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Growth of the Cause; Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11553 20 ...Let them (the Bahá'ís) be awake! Let them be mindful! As soon as they see a trace of violation SW_v04#10 p.174x, BSTW#131 Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Call to action; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers - -
AB11554 20 ...May the inhabitants of this country...rise from their present material attainment to such heights GPB.254x Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization - -
AB11555 20 Bahá'í World Faith ...Thou hast asked whether to enlist in the Socialist party. The Bahá'ís must be in the Bahá'í Cause which comprehends all the degrees and is perfect from every standpoint. BWF.375-375bx Critiques of capitalism, communism, socialism; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Non-participation in politics; Universality of the Cause - -
AB11556 20 ...Among the miracles which distinguish this sacred Dispensation is this, that women have evinced a greater boldness ADJ.069x Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Power of the Manifestation of God; Role and station of women - -
AB11557 20 ...Knowledge is love. Study, listen to exhortations, think, try to understand the wisdom and greatness of God… The soil must be fertilised before the seed be sown COC#0426x, SW_v20#10 p.314, BLO_PN#002 Bass Adjustment High station of learning; Knowledge; recognition of God; Love of God; Study; deepening; The soul as soil; cultivation of the soul - -
AB11558 20 ...When the spirit is confirmed and assisted by the confirmation of the Holy Spirit then it will show its effect in every condition of the world of existence SW_v07#18 p.177 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of faith; power of the spirit; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
AB11559 20 Arabic ان النقطه المجمله للمعانى قد تفصلت على وجه الانحلال باضمحلال انیتها فاصبحت معنى لائحاً Verily, the Point that containeth all meanings hath, through the dissolution of its selfhood, been fully unfolded, and hath emerged as a manifest truth [3.5s] RHQM2.1036-1036 (481) (296-297) - -
AB11560 20 Persian جناب حاجی محمد ابراهیم امید بعنایت رب احدیت داشته باشد تایید میرسد O Jinab-i-Haji Muhammad Ibrahim! Place thy hope in the grace of the one true God, for verily divine assistance shall reach thee [3.5s] INBA84:483c Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; God's oneness [ahadiyyih and wahidiyyih] - -
AB11561 20 Persian جناب منوچهر از فضل حق امیدواریم که در انجمن عارفان چهری افروزند Jinab-i-Manuchehr, we fervently hope, through God's grace, that thou mayest shed thy radiance upon the assemblage of the illumined ones [3.5s] INBA84:482e Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11562 20 ...In the estimation of God all men are equal. There is no distinction or preference for any soul, in the realm of His justice and equity ADJ.037bx Equality of men and women; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11563 20 ...Verily, I pray God to confirm thee with the All-Power so that the means may be prepared SW_v06#17 p.149 House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] - -
AB11564 20 ...If a man commit a transgression he has been unjust to himself, and soon he will find that he is in manifest regret and remorse DAS.1914-08-06, SW_v07#18 p.186 Justice and wrath of God; Recompense; reward for belief; right action; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
AB11565 20 ...rise from their present material attainments to such a height that heavenly illumination may stream from this center to all the peoples of the world COF.035x Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization - -
AB11568 20 ...As to the matter of the Mashrak-el-Azkar: This is very important. All the believers must most decidedly exert their collective effort in this particular SW_v04#09 p.160x - -
AB11569 20 ...So firm and mighty is this Covenant that from the beginning of time until the present day no religious Dispensation hath produced its like. WOB.146x - -
AB11570 20 ...This variety in forms and coloring which is manifest in all the kingdoms is according to creative Wisdom and hath a divine purpose ADJ.038x Diversity an attribute; requirement of existence; Purpose; goal of creation; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
AB12020 20 Persian ای بنده حق این نامه آقا میرزا احمد را طبع نموده بهر جا انتشار دهید O servant of God! Publish and disseminate widely this letter of Aqa Mirza Ahmad [3.5s] INBA79.048a Personal instructions; Review of publications - -
AB12021 20 Arabic Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 اسئل اللّٰه ان یبارک هذا العید السّعید علی جمیع الأحبّاء و یؤیّدهم بتأییدٍ جدید انّ ربّی لعلی کلّ شئٍ قدیر ...I beseech God to make blessed this joyous new year for all His loved ones, and to assist them with fresh confirmations. Verily, my Lord is powerful over all things ANDA#02 p.01x, BDA2.194x MHMD2.248x Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB12070 20 Persian ای خلیل جلیل همیشه در قلب عبدالبهاء موجودی و دائما بیاد تو مشغولیم دقیقه O noble Khalil! Thou art ever present in 'Abdu'l-Bahá's heart, and we are constantly occupied with thy remembrance [3.5s] YQAZ.211bx Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Suffering and imprisonment - -
AB12781 20 Persian جناب بشیرالهی همواره بشارت از روحانیت بندگان حضرت رحمانیت میدهی و علیک البهاء O esteemed Bashír Iláhí! Thou dost ever proclaim the glad tidings of the spirituality of the servants of the Blessed Lord of Mercy. Upon thee be His glory! [4o] INBA85:469 BSHI.122b Praise and encouragement - -
AB12782 20 Persian جناب اخویرا بکمال اشتیاق بابدع اذکار مکبرم بجهت ایشان انشاء الله من بعد مخصوص I will most joyously and with utmost fervor pray for your esteemed brother. For him, God willing, I will specifically [3.5s] INBA85:160b - -
AB12783 20 Arabic یا امه الله فاطمئنی بذکر الله و طیبی نفسا بموهبه الله و انشرحی صدرا بفضل الله ان فضل ربک علیک عظیم عظیم O handmaiden of God! Be thou assured in the remembrance of God, let thy soul be gladdened through the bounty of God, and let thy breast be dilated through the grace of God. Verily, the favor of thy Lord upon thee is great, great indeed [3.5s] INBA85:459a BSHI.012 Consolation and comfort; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
AB12855 20 Seize thy chance, exert every effort, and pay no heed to matters that do not yield any fruit BRL_ATE#085 - -
ABU3460 20 Persian اگر چهار یا پنج نفس مثل میرزا ابوالفضل شوند من از این عالم مسرور و مطمئن میروم خدا مبعوث خواهد کرد If four or five souls should become even as Mirza Abu'l-Fadl, then would I depart from this world with gladness and assurance, for God shall raise them up [3.5s] YIK.303, ZIAB2.228 - -
ABU3465 20 Persian بعضی از پیغمبرها شاعر مخصوص داشتند چنانکه شاعر رسول الله حسان بود شاعر ما هم ورقاست Certain among the Prophets had their chosen poets, even as Hassan was the poet of the Apostle of God, and Varqá is Our poet [3.5s] MSBH1.265 Family of Muhammad; early figures in Islam; Poems and quotation from poetry - -
ABU3469 20 Arabic حیاة الانسان لازم یحصل منها نتیجة الاهمیة لیست بطول العمر ام بقصره The life of man must needs yield forth a fruit of consequence; its significance lieth not in the length or brevity of its duration [3.5s] YIK.298, ZIAB2.130 - -
ABU3477 20 Persian کیفیة شهادة قرة ‌العین هو انهم اخبروها ان زوجة‌الصدر الاعظم تحب ان تلاقیها فی البستان The manner of the martyrdom of Qurratu'l-Ayn was that they informed her that the wife of the Grand Vizier desired to meet with her in the garden [3.5s] ASAT4.496b Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Martyrs and martyrdom; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU3481 20 Persian هد هد شخصی بود که سلیمان بقاصدی فرستاد و باعلی درجه شهرت رسید مرغی ضعیف بود The hoopoe was one who Solomon dispatched as a messenger, and attained unto the loftiest heights of renown though it was but a feeble bird [3.5s] AVK2.208.04 Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3482 20 Persian هر بنیانی عاقبت ویران شود مگر خدمت باستان یزدان پس خدمتی در دیوان الهی نما تا بایوان رحمانی راه یابی Every foundation shall ultimately crumble save service at the threshold of the Ancient of Days; therefore render thou a service at the Divine Court, that thou mayest find thy way unto the pavilion of the All-Merciful [3.5s] KHMT.192 Service to others; to the Cause of God; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3497 20 Lydia, Lydia, you cannot put up with this one man, and I have to put up with the whole human race. SUR.236 - -
ABU3525 20 It is most clear and manifest that national affairs will never revolve around their SW_v07#15 p.138, SW_v07#15 p.141, SW_v09#07 p.082 Education of children; moral education; Unity of governments; political unity; Unity of thought and belief; Universal education - -
ABU3534 20 The outpouring of the Holy Spirit changes the small acorn into an over-shadowing tree SW_v08#08 p.103 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3535 20 Let us pray to God that the breath of the Holy Spirit may again give hope and refreshment to the people, awakening in them a desire to do the Will of God. SW_v08#08 p.104 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of prayer; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3537 20 Be not grieved if thy circumstances become exacting, and problems press upon thee from all sides. Verily, thy Lord changeth grief into joy, hardship into comfort, and affliction into absolute ease. DAL.093 Consolation and comfort; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3546 20 ...(Under such circumstances) if I should fail to make an effort to protect you, I should be not only responsible SW_v08#12 p.154 Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics - -
ABU3553 20 Every stone of that building, every stone of the road leading to it [the Shrine of the Báb] I have with infinite tears and at tremendous cost, raised and placed in position GPB.275x, VLAB.029, COB.224 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Shrines and Holy places; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3561 20 The withered and faded are refreshed, the joyless becomes happy, the extinct SW_v08#08 p.103 - -
ABU3562 20 Sorrow is like furrows, the deeper they go the more plentiful are the fruits we obtain. VLAB.128 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3751 20 Persian دین و علم دو دائره است که به مرکز واحد سیر میکنند و ان مرکز حقیقت است Religion and science are as two concentric circles that revolve around one common point, which is reality AVK2.129.13x, VUJUD.123.18 VUJUDE.164 Harmony of science and religion - -
ABU3757 20 Persian ظهور مولوی وکتاب مثنوی مثل شمعی (ستونی) بودکه به زیرآن دیوارمتمایل نصب شد ودوره دیانت اسلام به ١٢٠٠ سال بالغ گردید The appearance of Rumi and his book, the Masnavi, was like unto a column erected to buttress a tilting wall, enabling the dispensation of Islam to extend twelve hundred years KHSH06.024 Corruption and decline of Islam; of the Shi'ih; Muhammad; Islam - -
BB00632 20 Arabic الله لا اله الا هو الحی القیوم لا تاخذه سنه و لا نوم له ما فی السموات و الارض و ما بینهما God, no god is there but Him, the Living, the Self-Subsisting. Slumber seizes Him not HARV.4? KSHK.BWB Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BB00633 20 Arabic Additional Prayers Revealed by Bahá'u'lláh بسم الله البر العطوف. اللهم یا سبوح یا قدوس یا حنان یا منان فرج لنا بالفضل و الاحسان انک انت الرحمن المنان O Lord, my God! O Thou the Most Lauded, the Most Holy, the Most Tender, the Most Bountiful! Remove our difficulties by Thy grace and bounty. Thou art, verily, the All-Merciful, the All-Bountiful NSR_1993.005 BRL_APBH#24, ADMS#056, KSHK#21, KSHK.BWB Bass Adjustment, L. Robinson, Zannetta [track 9], unknown (1), unknown (2) Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for tests and difficulties - -
BH11465 20 mixed اگر برود بخواند اودعت نفسی تحت حفظک و حمایتک فاحفظها یا حفاظ العالمین اگر If one reciteth "I have entrusted my soul to Thy protection and shelter; preserve it, O Protector of all worlds!" [3.5s] BLIB_Or11096#290, BRL_DA#485, AVK4.066x Personal instructions; Prayer for protection - -
BH11466 20 Arabic السلام الظاهر الساطع اللامع من الله جل جلاله علیک یا غصن الاکبر و رحمته و برکاته The luminous, resplendent Peace that shineth forth from God - glorified be His majesty - rest upon thee, O Greater Branch, and His mercy and His blessings [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.097c, Praise and encouragement - -
BH11467 20 Arabic الکتاب الاعظم ینادی الامم و یقول تالله قد ظهر ام الکتاب من لدی الله العزیز الوهاب The Most Great Book calleth aloud unto the nations, proclaiming: By God! The Mother Book hath verily appeared from the presence of God, the Mighty, the All-Bountiful [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.195g, - -
BH11468 20 Arabic ام الکتاب یذکر حروفاته و السدرة افنانه و الشمس انواره طوبی لمن فاز ویل للغافلین The Mother Book proclaimeth its letters, and the Lote Tree its branches, and the Sun its lights. Blessed is he who hath attained, and woe unto the heedless [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.195f, - -
BH11469 20 mixed امروز تربیت اطفال و حفظ ایشان از سید اعمال نزد غنی متعال مذکور اگر چه در ظاهر زحمتست In this day the education of children and their protection is accounted as the most exalted of deeds in the sight of the All-Possessing Lord, though outwardly it may appear burdensome [3.5s] MAS8.077x Education of children; moral education; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Martyrs and martyrdom; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11470 20 Arabic ان ارسل سواد اللوح الی اخیک ثم کبره من قبلی لیدع الناس الی الله Send thou the text of the Tablet unto thy brother, then magnify him on My behalf, that he may summon the people unto God [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.171b, - -
BH11471 20 Arabic ان یا اسمی العادل اذا کنا ناظرا الیک لا احد مستحقا لانظر الیه کل حطب النار O My Name, the Just One! When We gaze upon thee, none else is worthy that We should look upon them - all are but fuel for the fire [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.144c, - -
BH11472 20 Arabic ان یا ورقه الفردوس ان استمعی ندآء مالک البریة O Leaf of Paradise! Hearken thou unto the call of the Lord of creation [3.5s] ASAT5.291x - -
BH11473 20 Arabic انا سمینا عبدنا بشطر اسمنا الاعلی و هو الحسین فی کتاب الاسماء We have named Our servant with a portion of Our Most Exalted Name, and he is Ḥusayn in the Book of Names [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.162c, Naming of children; of individuals - -
BH11474 20 Persian انشاء الله از کوثر لقاء دفعه دیگر بیاشامید و در ظل سدره ساکن شوید God willing, may ye drink once again from the Kawthar of reunion, and find your dwelling beneath the shade of the divine Tree [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.132f, - -
BH11476 20 Persian ای امه الله آل دوست بمنزل تو توجه نمودند الحمد لله باین نعمه فائز شدی O handmaid of God! The kindred ones have turned their faces toward thy dwelling. Praise be to God that thou hast attained unto this bounty [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.134f, - -
BH11477 20 Persian ای باشی انشاء الله باشی لان شی شدی و من شی خواهی بود O thou who existeth! God willing, mayest thou endure, for from nothingness didst thou come, and unto existence shalt thou attain [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.093a, - -
BH11478 20 Persian ای غفار انشاء الله لم یزل عند الله مذکور باشی و در جمیع عوالم حول رضایش طائف O Ghaffar! God willing, mayest thou ever be remembered before God and, in all worlds, circle round His good-pleasure [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.144g, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11479 20 Persian ای مجدالدین عنایات الهی درباره شما بسیار است روز جمعه در ساحت قرب اظهار شدی O Majdu'd-Din! Divine bounties have been lavished upon thee in great abundance. On Friday thou wert mentioned in the precincts of nearness [3.5s] INBA23:029a - -
BH11480 20 Persian این وجودات رذلیه دنیه که فصلهٴ جمیع مفقودین و مردودین These base and abject beings who are the quintessence of all the lost and rejected ones [3.5s] ASAT5.356x Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering and imprisonment - -
BH11481 20 Persian آنچه ارسال شد رسید نسئل الله ان یوفقکم علی العمل بما انزل فی کتابه القدیم امزرو That which was sent hath arrived. We beseech God that He may enable you to act in accordance with that which hath been revealed in His Ancient Book [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.197e, - -
BH11482 20 Arabic بسم الذی ینزل الایات باالحق و کل کان عنها محروما و نستعین بربنا العلی In the Name of Him Who sendeth down the verses in truth, though all were deprived thereof, and We seek the aid of our Lord, the Most Exalted [3.5s] INBA66:004 - -
BH11484 20 Persian جناب ضیا خوب نوشته خوب تر خواهد شد اگر سعی کند انشاءالله برتبه عالیه خواهد رسید Jinab-i-Ziya hath written well; better still shall it become if he striveth. God willing, he shall attain unto a lofty station [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.197c, - -
BH11485 20 mixed حجبات اوهام را بدر دریدنیکه صدای آن را اهل سرادقات قدس ربانی بشنوند و جمیع To rend asunder the veils of vain imaginings, such that they who dwell within the pavilions of divine holiness may hearken unto its call [3.5s] INBA38:075a Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11486 20 mixed حزن و سرور و فقر و غنا و شدت و رخا و عسر و یسر کل در قبضهٴ قدرت او بوده و هست Grief and joy, poverty and wealth, hardship and ease, adversity and comfort—all lie within the grasp of His power and ever have been thus [3.5s] MAS8.108bx Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Petitions to authorities; Praise and encouragement; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
BH11487 20 mixed در ارض زوراء از قلم اعلی این کلمهٴ علیا جاری و نازل سوف یرتفع النعاق فی اکثر الدیار In the Land of Mystery this most exalted Word hath been revealed from the Most Sublime Pen: Erelong shall clamorous cries resound in most lands [3.5s] AVK4.421bx Exhortations and counsels; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Praise and encouragement; Predictions and prophecies; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11488 20 mixed در بعضی از امور باسباب ناظریم لذا در عهدهٴ تأخیر و تعویق میماند والا انه یجری الأمور In certain matters We look to outward means, wherefore these remain subject to delay and postponement; otherwise, verily He doth order all affairs [3.5s] MAS8.113cx Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Consolation and comfort; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Petitions to authorities; Prayer for tests and difficulties; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
BH11489 20 Persian در جواب مکتوب میرزا امان الله نوشته شود که ذکر شما در ساحت اقدس شده In reply to the letter of Mirza Amanu'llah, let it be written that mention of you hath been made in the Most Holy Court [3.5s] BLIB_Or15736.209c, Personal instructions - -
BH11490 20 mixed Obligatory Prayer and Fasting, The Importance of در صلوة و صوم اهمال نکنید انسان بیعمل مقبول نبوده و نیست Be not neglectful of obligatory prayer and fasting AYI2.389x BRL_IOPF#1.06x Law of fasting; Law of obligatory prayer; Meanings of letters and numbers; jafr (gematria); Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Unity; oneness of humanity; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
BH11491 20 Persian در مکتوب جناب ناظر علیه ٩ ٦٦ بهآء الله هم اظهار عنایت از حق مرقوم دارند In the letter from His Honor the Overseer - upon him be Bahá'u'lláh's Glory (96) - let him likewise set forth expressions of divine favor from the True One [3.5s] BLIB_Or15736.209d, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
BH11492 20 Arabic ذکر الله فی شجره الفردوس للملاء العالین و ینطق بالحق فی جبروت الامر لعل The remembrance of God hath been raised from the Tree of Paradise unto the Concourse on High, and proclaimeth the truth in the dominion of His Cause, that haply [3.5s] ASAT4.018x Call to action; Chastisement and requital; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11493 20 Arabic رب آتنی من لدنک رحمه انک انت العزیز الوهاب O Lord! Grant me mercy from Thy presence, for verily Thou art the Mighty, the All-Bestowing [3.5s] INBA33:145b Prayers (general or uncategorized) - -
BH11494 20 Arabic سبحانک اللهم یا الهی اسئلک بهذا المظلوم ان تنصر عبادک المستجیرین و انک جواد کریم Glorified art Thou, O my God! I beseech Thee, by this Wronged One, to assist Thy servants who seek Thy shelter. Verily, Thou art the All-Bountiful, the All-Generous [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.195d, - -
BH11497 20 Persian شکر نعمت منعم در مقام اول و رتبه اولی اظهار نعمتست و لکن نه بقول بل بعمل The gratitude due the Divine Bestower, in its foremost station and highest rank, is manifested through the expression of His bounties—not through words, but through deeds [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.176d, - -
BH11498 20 Persian صاحب صاحب عالم بفضل لجت ترا ندا میفرماید ان اشکری الرب بهذا الفضل العظیم O Sovereign of sovereigns! The Lord of the world calleth thee through His abounding grace: Be thou thankful unto the Lord for this mighty favor [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.134g, - -
BH11499 20 Persian ضیاءالله انشاءالله بضیاء حضرت دوست منور باشی و در جنت وصال از کوثر لقا O Light of God! God willing, mayest thou be illumined by the radiance of the Divine Friend, and in the Paradise of reunion drink from the heavenly stream of His presence [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.134e, - -
BH11500 20 Persian طبع عالی حاتم طائی علت سمو و علو و انتشار همت و بخشش اوشد لا غیر The lofty nature of Hatim-i-Ta'i became the cause of the ascendancy, exaltation and widespread renown of his magnanimity and munificence [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.179b, - -
BH11501 20 Persian طوبی از برای امائی که بحبل متین تمسک جستند Blessed are the handmaidens who have clung fast to the mighty cord [3.5s] ASAT3.075x Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Praise and encouragement; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
BH11502 20 Persian طوبی از برای نفسیکه در فراش تکیه نماید و قلبش به محبت اهل عالم منور باشد Blessed is the soul that reclineth upon its couch, its heart illumined with love for all the peoples of the world [3.5s] AVK3.201.12x Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion - -
BH11503 20 Persian ظلمت ظلم شقاوت پناهی نور عدل حضرت بار یراسته نموده عندلیبهای بستان The darkness of tyranny's refuge hath been dispelled by the light of justice of the All-Glorious Lord, and the nightingales of the garden have been adorned [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.174c, - -
BH11504 20 Persian عبد الحمید اعز الله نصره و اید ملکه فی الحقیقه دارای اخلاق مرضیه روحانیه بوده Abdu'l-Hamid - may God exalt his victory and strengthen his sovereignty - hath in truth possessed praiseworthy spiritual virtues [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.177b, - -
BH11505 20 Persian غصن اکبر نبیل مخصوص شخص زایر حسب الوعده شما لوحی خواسته لذا ارسال شد O Greater Branch! Nabil, the distinguished one, hath, according to thy promise, asked for a Tablet for the visitor, wherefore it hath been sent [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.104e, - -
BH11506 20 mixed فرمودند نسئل الله بان یوفقهم علی العمل بما امروا به فی بلاد الله و مملکته We beseech God that He may enable them to act in accordance with that which they have been commanded throughout the countries of God and His dominions [3.5s] BLIB_Or15710.047a, Call to action; Goodly deeds; actions; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11507 20 Arabic فسوف یفتح ما غلق و یفتق ما رتق و یدخل من منع و یفرق من جمع و یسهل ما عسر Erelong shall that which was sealed be opened, and that which was tightly woven be unraveled, and he who was denied entry shall come in, and that which was gathered shall be scattered, and that which was difficult shall be made easy [3.5s] NLAI_BH1.027 AVK4.417b Call to action; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Praise and encouragement; Predictions and prophecies; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BH11510 20 Arabic قد رقم من قلم القدس علی لوح القضاء مخاطبا لمن فی الارض و السماء قد قرت عیناک By the Pen of Holiness hath been inscribed upon the Tablet of Destiny, addressing all who dwell on earth and in heaven: Let thine eyes be gladdened [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.192b, - -
BH11511 20 Arabic قد ظهر هیکل القدس فی هیئه الشمس فی وسط السماء فسبحان ربی الاعلی The Temple of Holiness hath appeared in the form of the sun in the midst of heaven. Glorified be my Lord, the Most High [3.5s] INBA51:307b LHKM3.062a - -
BH11512 20 Arabic قد نزل للتی ارتقت الی الرفیق الاعلی مکمن قرب بدیعا تالله اذا نشهدها بین حوریات We have revealed, for her who hath ascended unto the Supreme Companion, a wondrous abode of nearness. By God! We behold her among the celestial maidens [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.192c, - -
BH11513 20 Arabic قدر لی یا الهی من قلمک الاعلی ما قدرته لاصفیائک Ordain for me, O my God, through Thy Most Exalted Pen, that which Thou hast ordained for Thy chosen ones [3.5s] INBA19:132a, INBA32:121c Manifestation of God as sun; Prayer for nearness to God; Prayer for spiritual recognition - -
BH11514 20 Persian کلمه مبارکه مبارک باشد از قلم جاری امر آقا علی اکبر در حضور The blessed Word hath flowed forth from the Pen concerning Áqá 'Alí-Akbar in His presence [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.135e, - -
BH11515 20 Arabic لیس الفخر لمن یفسد فی الأرض بعد اصلاحها اتقوا الله یا قوم و لا تکونوا من الظالمین Glory belongeth not unto him who soweth corruption in the earth after it hath been set aright. Fear ye God, O people, and be not among the wrongdoers [3.5s] AVK3.283.05x Call to action; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Proclamation to Muslims; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
BH11516 20 Persian مشکین مشکین شعر نمکین شما چون انگبین لطیف و مصفی و شیرین بود علیک O thou whose musk-laden and sweet-savoured verse was gracious and delicate as pure honey and most sweet - upon thee be peace [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.090d, - -
BH11517 20 Persian مقصود از آفرینش عرفان الله بوده و چون نور ساطع و عرف متضوع کل غافل الا من شاء الله The purpose of creation hath ever been the recognition of God, and like unto a radiant light and a wafting fragrance, all remain heedless save whom God willeth [3.5s] ASAT2.159x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Knowledge; recognition of God; Purpose; goal of creation - -
BH11518 20 Persian مکرر ذکر شما در بساط اعلی بوده و اصغا شد ارسال مبارک انچه عرف عنایت Time and again hath thy mention been present before the Most Exalted Court, and that which beareth the fragrance of divine favor hath been graciously received [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.178c, - -
BH11519 20 Persian مهد علیا میگوید چیز دیگر بنویس میگویم دیگر نیست تا بنویسم لیس غیره شیء فی الملک Mahd-i-'Ulya saith: "Write thou something else." I say: "There is naught else to write, for nothing else existeth in the realm..." [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.192a, - -
BH11520 20 Arabic نشهد ان الافنان شهدوا بما شهدت السدره انه لا اله الا هو المهیمن القیوم We bear witness that the Afnán have testified to that which the Tree hath testified: verily there is none other God but Him, the All-Dominant, the Self-Subsisting [3.5s] INBA51:262, KB_620:255-255 - -
BH11521 20 Arabic هذه ورقه نوراء قد جعلناها حاملة للئالی الحکمة و البیان من ینظر الیها انه من اهل البهاء This luminous Tablet have We made the bearer of pearls of wisdom and utterance. Whoso gazeth upon it is verily of the people of Bahá [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.127a, - -
BH11522 20 Persian هر نفسی از او اثار خباثت و شهوت ظاهر شود او از حق Whosoever manifesteth from himself traces of malice and base desire, verily, he is remote from the Truth [3.5s] GHA.299.08x, MAS4.168bx Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Chastity and purity; Idle fancies; lust and passion - -
BH11524 20 Arabic هنیئا لکم یا اهل البهاء انتم الذین شربتم الرحیق المختوم باسمه القیوم فی یوم Blessed be ye, O people of Bahá, ye who have quaffed the sealed wine by His Name, the Self-Subsisting, on this Day [3.5s] INBA65:096b, BLIB_Or15696.139i, , BLIB_Or15714.131a, BRL_DA#576 Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
BH11525 20 Arabic و کذلک اظهرنا تیهور الأمر عن هذا التاهور الذی ارتفع فی هذا الهوآء ثم احصرت منه دیجور القدس فی هذا البلد الأمین Thus have We revealed the manifestation of the Cause from this Epiphany that hath been raised in this atmosphere, whereupon the sanctified darkness was confined in this trusted land [3.5s] ASAT5.197-198x Chastisement and requital; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Prayer for protection; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Suffering and imprisonment; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11526 20 Persian و لکن نوشته اذن اتحادیه را بنویسید و بمیرزا حسین بدهید برساند حکایت قانون Write ye, however, the permission of the union and give it unto Mirza Husayn, that he may deliver it - the account of the law [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.126bx, - -
BH11527 20 Arabic یا احبائی زینوا لسانکم بالصدق و یدکم بالکرم و اجسادکم بالوقار و انفسکم O My loved ones! Adorn ye your tongues with truthfulness, your hands with generosity, your bodies with dignity, and your souls [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.158f, Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Courtesy; culture [adab]; Generosity [kirama]; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Love of God; Piety; righteousness; fear of God [taqwa]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11528 20 Persian یا اسم جود حضرت غصن اعظم وجهی طلب نموده باید انجناب برسانند اگر چه وجه امانت خان O Ism-i-Júd! His Holiness the Most Great Branch hath requested a sum which must needs be delivered unto Him, though it be from the trust of Khan [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.195a, - -
BH11529 20 Arabic یا افنانی ان ربک الابهی یدعوک الی الافق الاعلی و یذکرک بما لاینقطع عرفه بدوام O My Afnán! Verily thy Lord, the Most Glorious, calleth thee unto the Supreme Horizon and maketh mention of thee with that whose fragrance shall never cease to endure [3.5s] INBA51:535a Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11530 20 Arabic یا افنانی قد شهدت الشجره باقبالکم الیها و تمسککم بها طوبی لکم و ان لکم حسن O My Afnán! The Tree hath borne witness to thy turning unto it and thy firm adherence thereto. Blessed art thou, and goodly is thy portion [3.5s] INBA51:531 Praise and encouragement; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
BH11531 20 Arabic یا علی اکبر سدرة المنتهی اذنت لو رقتها ان تتمسک بها و تحضر امام وجهها O 'Ali-Akbar! The divine Lote-Tree hath granted leave unto its leaf to hold fast unto it and to attain unto the presence of its countenance [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.135c, - -
BH11532 20 Arabic یا علی اکبر قد اشرق نیر الاذن للورقة من معها و بر امرها بما ینبغی انه هو الحافظ المعین O 'Alí-Akbar! The Sun of Permission hath dawned for the Leaf and them that are with her. Execute her command as befitteth, for verily He is the Preserver, the Helper [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.197f, - -
BH11533 20 Arabic یا علی اکبر قد اودعنا زمام امر الخیر فی قبضتک لها ان تتوجه و لک ان تدبر امرها ان الله هو المدبر الحکیم O 'Alí-Akbar! We have entrusted into thy grasp the reins of this virtuous cause; it is for thee to turn thereunto and for thee to manage its affairs. Verily, God is the All-Governing, the All-Wise [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.197g, - -
BH11534 20 Arabic یا علی نشهد انک اقبلت الی الافق الاعلی و سمعت ندآء ربک الابهی و اجبت مولی We bear witness, O 'Alí, that thou hast turned toward the Most Exalted Horizon and hearkened unto the call of thy Lord, the Most Glorious, and answered thy Master [3.5s] BLIB_Or15697.201b, - -
BH11535 20 Arabic یا مسافر علیک بهائی و رحمتی و عنایتی نشهد انک اقبلت الی وجهی و فزت بما کان O wayfarer! Upon thee be My glory, My mercy and My loving-kindness. We bear witness that thou hast turned thy face unto My countenance and hast attained that which was ordained [3.5s] BLIB_Or15697.201a, - -
BH11536 20 Arabic یشهد قلمی الاعلی لمن اقبل الی افقی الابهی بانه اقبل و فاز بما کان مسطورا My Most Exalted Pen beareth witness unto him who hath turned towards Mine All-Glorious Horizon, that verily he hath turned and attained unto that which was inscribed [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.144i, - -
BH11538 20 ...This Day is God's Day, and this Cause His Cause. Happy is he who hath renounced this world, and clung to Him Who is the Dayspring of God's Revelation ADJ.079x Call to action; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Hands of the Cause; Prayer for steadfastness; obedience; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BH11539 20 O Hudhud! We make mention of thee through remembering Our sister, and her days, and how her heart was ablaze with the fire of her Lord's love LTDT.271x Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
BH11540 20 ...In the beginning of every Revelation adversities have prevailed, which later on have been turned into great prosperity COC#0258x, ADJ.082x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
BH11541 20 The days are approaching their end, and yet the peoples of the earth are sunk in grievous heedlessness ADJ.081x - -
BH11542 20 The day is approaching when the faithful will behold the daystar of justice shining in its full splendor from the dayspring of glory. ADJ.028ax - -
BH11543 20 Were We to make mention of what befell Us, the heavens would be rent asunder and the mountains would crumble GPB.189-190x - - LL#419
BH11544 20 When the secret nursed in his (Mirza Yahya) bosom was revealed by God he disclaimed such an intention, and imputed it to that same servant (Ustad Muhammad-'Ali) GPB.166x - -
BH11545 20 The divines of Persia ... have perpetrated what the Jews have not perpetrated during the Revelation of Him Who is the Spirit GPB.231x - -
BH11547 20 ...what has been revealed [regarding the most great elixir] was set forth for the purpose of imparting proof, so that this earth should not be deprived of visible testimony BYC_alchemy Knowledge; recognition of God; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Suffering and imprisonment - -
BH11548 20 The most honored of all governments, the pride, the admiration and the envy of the peoples of the world BADM.118x - -
BH11549 20 Soon shall the blasts of His chastisement beat upon you, and the dust of hell enshroud you. PDC.004x - -
BH11550 20 from Whom God hath caused to proceed the knowledge of all that was and shall be COF.095ax - -
BH11551 20 behave towards the government of the country in which they reside with loyalty, honesty and truthfulness GPB.219x - -
BH11574 20 I swear by the Sun of Truth, which ariseth and appeareth from the horizon of this Most Great Prison, that the beauty of Eternity desireth not strive and contention MSBR.064 - - LL#441
BH11575 20 The object of all that hath been shown forth is that men's ears should be prepared to listen to this lofty Word MSBR.065 - - LL#442
BH11676 20 Obligatory Prayer and Fasting, The Importance of Verily, I say, fasting is the supreme remedy and the most great healing for the disease of self and passion BRL_IOPF#1.17x Rosalynd & Pascal Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Law of fasting; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for opponents; enemies of the Faith; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
BH11682 20 Arabic کنتُ عبداً قبل ان یخلق الوجود من العدم و قبل ان یرتفع اعلام الهویه علی اتلال القدم I was a servant before existence was fashioned from nothingness, and ere the banners of Identity were raised upon the ancient hills of eternity [3.5s] SAM.186x, MSBH1.451x - -
BHU0059 20 If one of your soldiers were to commit a reprehensible act, would you be held responsible, and be punished in his place? GPB.190x Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
BHU0060 20 In the Book of God it is recorded that should a person embrace this Faith, his father and mother shall also receive forgiveness. STOB.058 #072 Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Parents and children; youth; families - -
BHU0061 20 We have, for a while, tarried amongst this people, and failed to discern the slightest response on their part GPB.119x Chastisement and requital; Justice and wrath of God; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice - -
BHU0062 20 No blood has, till now, been poured upon the earth as pure as the blood he shed GPB.136-137x Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
BHU0073 20 Should one of Our Aghsán ever for a moment pass out from the shadow of the Cause, he will cease to be of any consequence AFNAN.041 Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers - -
ABU3556 Answer to Mrs Brittingham, New York, Jul 1912 20 They existed before coming to this world, but not as we know personality upon this planet. PN_unsorted p035, PN_unsorted p089, PN_unsorted p091, BSTW#017, BSTW#042b Existence and nonexistence; preexistence; Origin of the soul; the soul as emanation; Relationship of the soul to the body - -
ABU3475 Answer to questions, New York, 1912-05-30 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary صحت و مسرت من در پیشرفت امر الله است امور سائره قابل توجه نه این سرور سرور ابدیست و این حیات حیات سرمدی My health and happiness depend on the progress of the Cause of God. Nothing else merits attention. This happiness is eternal, and this life is life everlasting. BDA1.110.11 SW_v19#06 p.184, MHMD1.117 Attaining the life of the spirit; Disregarding bodily comfort; Service to others; to the Cause of God; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
AB11567 Cablegram 20 Persian حیفا میرزا محسن افندی الحمدالله وصلنا امس الی طبریا فی صون حمایته الله عباس Haifa. Mirza Mohsen Effendi. Praise be to God, we arrived yesterday in Tiberias under His divine protection. 'Abbas [3.5s] ZSM.1916-08-21 - -
AB11468 Cablegram dated 1913-10-11 20 Eng Hold aloof from Taki Zade, Baba Aga, Assad'o'llah, and whomsoever associates with them. Send cables to the Baha'i Assemblies of America. BSTW#073e Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers - -
AB11467 Cablegram dated 1914-06-29 20 Eng DOCTOR FAREED HIS MOTHER AND RELATIONS ARE GREAT VIOLATORS OF COVENANT. ASSOCIATION WITH THEM TOTALLY FORBIDDEN. INFORM BELIEVERS.. BSTW#073f Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers - -
AB11465 Cablegram dated 1914-11-09 20 Eng A tree without root shall not last. Be ye confident. I supplicate for you the Bestowals of the Almighty. DAS.1914-11-09 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity - -
AB11566 Cablegram dated 1914-11-09 20 Eng Rest ye confident in the Divine Grace. I love you and I am with you. DAS.1914-11-09 - -
AB11466 Cablegram dated 1914-11-28 20 Eng Bernard enjoys Eternal Life. He will not die... My health is perfect. I supplicate Confirmation for all. DAS.1914-11-27 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity - -
AB11469 Cablegram dated 1921-03 ca. 20 Eng Miss Kappes very happy. I invite world be not grieved. Apply to Mr. Vail, Urbana, for substitute. Elizabeth [Stewart] left for Teheran. SW_v11#19 p.321 Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11470 Cablegram dated 1921-03 ca. 20 Eng Supplicating Lord of the Kingdom to submerge these two blessed souls in the ocean of His Mercy. SW_v11#19 p.321 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
ABU3521 Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 20 The teachings of His Holiness Bahá'u'lláh are the breaths of the Holy Spirit which create man anew. Personal purity, both in private and public, is emphasized and insisted upon. DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v08#08 p.103x, SW_v12#01 p.014, SW_v13#10 p.260x, PN_1914 p005, PTF.137x, IHP.062x, BLO_PN#046x Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
ABU3456 Public address given on 1912-04-26 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary از جمله تعالیم بهآءالله تساوی حقوق رجال ونسآء است One of the teachings of Baha'u'llah is equality of rights for men and women. BDA1.054.x SW_v19#03 p.091, MHMD1.063 East and West; communication between East and West; Equality of men and women; Role and station of women - -
BH11475 Seal of Baha’u’llah #06 20 Arabic انه لبهاء الله لمن فیملکوت الامر و الخلق و مصباح الهدی لمن فی السموآت و الارض He is the glory of God to those in the kingdom of command and creation and the lamp of guidance to those in the heavens and the earth. INBA38:057c KHSH04.016, AMIN.017#3 KSHK#19 Being a source of light; guidance; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11509 Seal of Baha’u’llah #10 20 Arabic قد اشرقت من افق القضاء شمس رقم علیها من القلم الابهی السجن لمطلع الایات الذی From the horizon of the decree has dawned a sun on which the most glorious pen has inscribed: The prison belongs to the dawning-place of the verses KHSH04.016, AMIN.017#8 KSHK#19 - -
BH11508 Seal of Baha’u’llah #15 20 Arabic قد اشرقت انوار الوجه عن مشرق البقاء لا اله الا هو البهی الابهی The lights of the countenance have shown forth from the dawning-place of eternity. No god is there but Him. Verily, He is the glorious, the most glorious. INBA51:308b LHKM3.063a, KHSH04.017 KSHK#19 Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11483 Tablet of the Hair 11 20 Arabic Tablets of the Hair Alvah-i-Sha'arat (Tablets of the Hair) جعدی حبلی من تمسک به لن یضل فی ازل الازال لان فیه هدایه الی انوار الجمال A lock of My hair is My Cord. He who layeth fast hold on it shall never to all eternity go astray BLIB_Or11098.029i LHKM3.076a, MUH3.275d, OOL.B191.11 BLO_PT#202, DAS.1914-09-12 Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - - LL#400
BH11496 Tablet of the Hair 8 20 Arabic Tablets of the Hair Alvah-i-Sha'arat (Tablets of the Hair) شعری شعاری به استر جمالی لئلا تقع علیه عیون الاغیار من عبادی کذالک نستر عن My hair is My Veil whereby I conceal My Beauty, that haply the eyes of the non-believers among My servants may not fall upon it. BLIB_Or11098.029f LHKM3.075a, MUH3.275a, OOL.B191.08 BLO_PT#202 Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Self-concealment of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment - - LL#400
ABU3471 Words at table to the Syrian and Greek Relief Society, spoken on 1912-05-23 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary خوشا بحال شما که بخدمت فقرا مشغولید بزرگترین سعادت من اینست که از فقرا محسوب شوم Happy are you who are engaged in serving the poor. My greatest happiness is this, that I may be counted among the poor. BDA1.101.05 SW_v19#06 p.183, MHMD1.108 Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world - -
ABU3501 Words recorded by Miss Boylan spoken around 1911-08-25 20 Tell them a Bahá'í is a person who is free from all prejudices - racial prejudice, religious prejudices... A Bahá'í is one in whom the human perfections are active. PN_1912 p071 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3516 Words recorded by Mrs Goodall in Oct 1910 20 The atoms composing an ocean are in appearance the ocean, but the identity of the atoms remains. So it is with our individuality in the ocean of life, it remains. PN_1912 p015 Interconnectedness; all things involved in all things; chain of being; Soul; spirit after death; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3541 Words recorded by Mrs Goodall in Oct 1910 20 The sun that would come down and enter everything would not remain the sun. Its identity would be scattered. PN_1912 p015 God as immanent vs. transcendent reality; Manifestation of God as sun; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
ABU3536 Words spoken at 97 Cadogan Gardens, ca. Sep. 1911 20 That is well. Very well. A day's work done in the spirit of service is in itself an act of worship. Such work is a prayer unto God. CHH.152, BLO_PN#022 Courtesy; culture [adab]; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Stories; anecdotes; Work as worship - -
ABU3468 Words spoken at a public park in San Francisco, 1912-10-05 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary تغییر اوضاع عالم و غلبه امر بهائی بجائی خواهد رسید که از سایر امور جز نمونه‌ای مانند این عمودها باقی نخواهد ماند The world and its condition will change to such a degree and the Baha’í Cause will prevail to such an extent that nothing but a remnant -- like these pillars -- will remain of the previous order. BDA1.289.05 MHMD1.306 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Growth of the Cause; Predictions and prophecies; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men - -
ABU3493 Words spoken at Baltimore Hotel in Paris, 1913-05-06 20 Before you teach others, teach yourself. Man must first test his knowledge in himself to see whether it is workable or theoretical. DAS.1913-05-06 Knowledge of self; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3754 Words spoken at Grand Hotel in Vienna, 1913-04-23 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 در امر بهآءاللّٰه داخل شوید و بموجب وصایایش عمل کنید چون در امر بهآءاللّٰه کامل گردید Enter into the Cause of Baha'u'llah and act in accordance with His counsels. When you have attained to the pinnacle BDA2.254 MHMD2.330 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3458 Words spoken at Haifa pilgrim house, 1914-10-12 20 Persian اصل جوهر بیان اینست که انسان باید در فکر این باشد که دیگران را محافظه کند نه در فکر خود باشد A man must ever think of the protection of others and not of himself. DAS.1914-10-12, SW_v07#18 p.188 The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others - -
ABU3461 Words spoken at railway station in Buffalo, 1912-09-12 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary انسان هزار دولار میبخشد نقلی نیست اما یک دولار تعسدی کسی را قبول نمیکند زیرا اینگونه تعدی منافی عدل و نظم عالم است A man may give $1,000 without minding it but he should not yield even a dollar to the person who wishes to take it wrongfully, for such wrongful behavior flouts justice and disrupts the order of the world. BDA1.240.10 MHMD1.257 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Order; organization; tact; deliberation [tadbir] - -
ABU3492 Words spoken ca. 1912-10-08 in the United States 20 We are on the eve of the battle of Armageddon referred to in the sixteenth chapter of Revelation. The time is two years hence when only a spark will set aflame the whole of Europe. SW_v10#03 p.033, SW_v13#09 p.252-253, SAS.107-108, BSTW#022 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Predictions and prophecies - -
ABU3506 Words spoken ca. 1913, from Mahmud's diary 20 Up to now, to believe was to acknowledge, to make a confession of faith, but in this greatest of all Causes, believing means to have praiseworthy qualities and to perform praiseworthy acts. BW_v13p1187 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Goodly deeds; actions; Words vs deeds - -
ABU3527 Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 in London 20 Abdu'l-Bahá in London It resembles many drunkards gathered together to protest against the drinking of alcohol. They say drink is horrible and they straightaway go out from the house to drink again. AIL.061 Hypocrisy; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3463 Words spoken ca. Jan. 1909 20 Persian این صلح بعد از انقلابات و حوادث عظیمه است که رخ می گشاید ... بلی در همین عصر و قرن که در او داخلیم This peace shall be unveiled after mighty commotions and momentous happenings... yea, in this very age and century wherein we now find ourselves [3.5s] KHH2.273b Predictions and prophecies; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; The Lesser Peace and the Most Great Peace; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3466 Words spoken ca. Jan. 1909 20 Persian بلی امروز یوم جمال قدم و عصر اسم اعظم است روز عروسی است ایام بهار است بعد ایام تابستان و خزان و زمستان میرسد Yea, this day is the Day of the Ancient Beauty and the Age of the Most Great Name. It is the wedding day, these are the springtime days, after which shall come the days of summer, autumn and winter [3.5s] KHH2.273a Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth and progress is gradual and according to capacity; Spiritual springtime - -
ABU3474 Words spoken ca. Jan. 1909 20 Persian سبب هدایت فضل است سبب عنایت فضل است مثلا این چشم را عنایت کرده این گوش را فضل عنایت The cause of guidance is grace, the cause of bounty is grace. For example, He hath bestowed this eye by His bounty, and this ear He hath graciously granted [3.5s] KHH2.279b Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
ABU3526 Words spoken ca. Nov. 1911 in Paris 20 Why should you wish to return here? In My Father's House are many mansions--many, many world! Why should you desire to come back to this particular planet? CHH.181, BLO_PN#022 Realms of being; three realms; five realms; Reincarnation; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3470 Words spoken ca. Nov. 1921 in Haifa 20 Persian خط جناب زین سند است جناب زین کاتب جمال مبارک بود هر لوحی که بخط اوست صحیح و درست This is the writing of his honor Zein, who was a scribe of the Blessed Beauty. Every tablet penned by his hand is authentic and correct [3.5s] QT105.2.039 Preservation; transcription of the Sacred Writings - -
ABU3543 Words spoken in 1910 20 I cannot tell you, but in all those upon whom I look, I see only my Father's face. TOR.006, VLAB.085 - -
ABU3557 Words spoken in Dec. 1912 in New York 20 All through America I have encouraged the Bahais to study Esperanto and to the extent of my ability I will strive in its spread and promotion. SW_v11#17 p.286 Call to action; Universal language - -
ABU3555 Words spoken in May 1911 in Ramleh 20 No, man should develop all his qualities for each quality has its own use and function. SW_v14#02 p.037, PN_1911 p004 Education and the development of capacity; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3532 Words spoken in Oct. 1912 in New York 20 Between 1860 and 1865 you did a wonderful thing; you knocked the shackles from chattel slavery; but today you must do a much more wonderful thing: you must destroy industrial slavery. SW_v07#15 p.147, SW_v06#04 p.033, SW_v08#01 p.006 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Race unity; racial issues; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving - -
ABU3531 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 20 Abdu'l-Bahá in London All that we see around us is the work of mind. It is mind in the herb and in the mineral that acts on the human body, and changes its condition. AIL.095 Mind as principle emanation; activity of the human spirit; Power of the mind over nature - -
ABU3551 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 20 Abdu'l-Bahá in London Art is worship.... The drama is of the utmost importance. It has been a great educational power in the past AIL.093 Family of Muhammad; early figures in Islam; High station of the arts and sciences; Literature; drama; humanities; the arts; Stories; anecdotes; Work as worship - -
ABU3510 Words spoken on 1907-04-15 20 Hell denotes the heedlessness of people from God. The meaning of 'skin' is doubts BSTW#211b Heaven and paradise; heaven and hell; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3496 Words spoken on 1911-10-18 in Paris 20 Yes, he will hear of it in his next life, but through the mercy of God, not through his own ability. PN_1911 p016 Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3480 Words spoken on 1912-10-16 in San Francisco 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary نطقهای من همه باقتضای وقت و اندازهٴ استعداد نفوس است بهر طفلک آن پدر تی تی کند گر چه عقلش هندسهٴ گیتی کند I speak according to the demands of the time and the capacity of my listeners. 'The father makes gurgling sounds for the newborn infant, although his wisdom be capable of measuring the universe.' BDA1.314.05 MHMD1.332 Development of capacity and readiness; Differences in human capacity; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Relativity of religious truth; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
ABU2068 Words spoken on 1913-01-22 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 هنگامی که ایرانیها بخود مشغول بودند و ایران را بباد میدادند ما در اقالیم واسعهٴ امریک While the Persians were occupied with themselves, neglecting their country in the process, we journeyed to the vast expanses of America BDA2.101 MHMD2.123 Growth of the Cause; Petitions to authorities; Prophecy and fulfillment - -
ABU3752 Words spoken on 1913-02-24 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 حکمت و نتیجهٴ اقامت در پاریس برای تذکّر مشرقیان و آگاهی ایرانیان بیش از اهالی خود پاریس است The wisdom of my sojourn here in Paris, as well as the results it will yield, consist in the admonitions I have imparted to the people of the East BDA2.157 MHMD2.197 Critique of Eastern values; culture; East and West; communication between East and West; Past, present and future of Iran - -
ABU3753 Words spoken on 1913-03-12 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 در زمان غیبوبت در سلیمانیّه اغلب اوقات شیر میل میفرمودند و نان و شیر برنج فی الحقیقه خوب غذائی است During Baha'u'llah's seclusion in Sulaymaniyyih, He mostly drank milk and ate bread with rice pudding; this is truly excellent sustenance BDA2.180 MHMD2.228 Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih - -
ABU3479 Words spoken on 1913-05-14 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 نان و شیر از هر غذائی سالم‌تر است جمال مبارک میفرمودند در ایام سلیمانیه غذای من اغلب شیر و گاهی شیر برنج بود Bread and milk are more healthful than any other kind of food. The Blessed Beauty used to say, 'During My days in Sulaymaniyyih, My food on most occasions consisted of milk and sometimes rice pudding BDA2.299b MHMD2.395 Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih - -
ABU3755 Words spoken on 1913-05-20 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 هیچ حالتی مثل حالت مناجات نیست قلوب صافیه را منجذب نماید و نفوس مقدّسه را انتباه و روحانیّت عجیبی بخشد There is no state like the state of prayer. It attracts the pure hearts, awakens the holy souls, and confers remarkable spirituality BDA2.308 MHMD2.408 Importance of prayer; Power of prayer; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU3756 Words spoken on 1913-05-31 in Paris 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 در ملکوت الهی زن و مرد یکسانند جمیع باید ندا بافق اعلی نمایند و نشر نفحات اللّٰه کنند In the Kingdom of God, women and men are one and the same. It is incumbent on everyone to summon humanity to turn towards the Most Exalted Horizon and to spread the sweet savours of God BDA2.325 MHMD2.431 Equality of men and women; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3524 Words spoken on 1913-07-02 in Port Said 20 The believers must cultivate a beautiful voice so that they may sing the Bahá'í songs or chant DAS.1913-07-02, ABIE.010, BLO_PN#007 Music and singing; Power of prayer - -
ABU3545 Words spoken on 1913-08-05 in Ramleh 20 The duty of the believers of God is to be servants to one another and to attend to his brother's wants DAS.1913-08-05, SW_v08#12 p.143-144, ABIE.163, BLO_PN#007 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
ABU3462 Words spoken on 1913-10-26 in Ramleh 20 Mayst thou ever be in a prayerful attitude. In all the worlds [of existence] there is nothing more important than prayer. Prayer confers spirituality upon the heart. DAS.1913-10-26, SW_v08#04 p.047, SW_v14#06 p.165+168 Importance of prayer; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU3457 Words spoken on 1914-04-08 20 In the world of humanity "good intentions" is the greatest means of personal development. DAS.1914-04-06, SW_v07#19 p.195-196 Power of imagination; thought; right intention; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline - -
ABU3559 Words spoken on 1914-07-10 in Haifa 20 A material man lets himself be worried and harassed by little things but a spiritual man is always calm and serene under all circumstances DAS.1914-07-10, SW_v07#16 p.154 Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3473 Words spoken on 1914-07-24 in Haifa 20 Man must be a mine of piety and sympathy. He must associate with all mankind with joy and fragrance. He must not turn away his face SW_v07#18 p.187 Compassion; kindness; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3494 Words spoken on 1914-07-24 in Haifa 20 Today the highest of all the degrees are the degrees of firmness and steadfastness in faith and certainty. DAS.1914-07-24, SW_v08#16 p.219 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3662 Words spoken on 1919-12-29 20 Persian در بغداد از اطاقی که مشرف به رودخانه دجله بود و در وقت نزول چهره مبارک برافروخته بود In Baghdad, in a room overlooking the Tigris River. At the time of its revelation, the Blessed Countenance [of Baha'u'llah] was most excited. ISA.001 ISAE.1919-12-29 Banishment to; life in Baghdad - -
ABU3478 Words spoken on board the SS Cedric at sea, 1912-04-06 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary ما مداخله در طعام جسمانی آنها نمی کنیم مداخلهٴ ما در طعام روحانی است At the table on board the Cedric Abdu'l-Baha spoke about simple diet - how much better BDA1.023.02 DAS.1913-07-20, SW_v08#02 p.018, MHMD1.031, ABIE.090, BLO_PN#007 Consumption of meat; vegetarianism; diet; Material and spiritual existence; two books - -
ABU3467 Words spoken on board the SS Celtic at sea, 1912-12-05 20 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 بیائید ببینید چه ستارهٴ روشنی است من میخواهم احبای جمال مبارک مثل این ستاره روشن باشند Come and see what a brilliant star this is! I cherish the hope that the loved ones of the Blessed Beauty may be like this shining star BDA2.013 MHMD2.015 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Radiant countenance; bearing the divine fragrance - -
ABU3539 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 20 Bahá'i-Mutter (zu einer anwesenden Araberin gesprochen), lehre deine Söhne den Segen des Gehorsams und die Seligkeit des Opfers SDW v13#10 p.103 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Education of children; moral education; Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3485 Words to a stranger, spoken on 1914-05-09 20 Is there a hell more direful than Ignorance? A hell worse than deprivation from the Divine Nearness? A hell lower than negligence and inadvertence? DAS.1914-05-09, PN_1914 p003 Heedlessness and ignorance of the people - -
ABU3503 Words to a stranger, spoken on 1914-05-09 20 This is not only the golden age but the age of Diamond. This is the Century of Lights! This is the cycle of Love. This is the glorious Down of the Sun of Reality DAS.1914-05-09, PN_1914 p003 Coming-of-age; maturity of mankind; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology - -
ABU3533 Words to a stranger, spoken on 1914-05-09 20 I do not like the word 'leader'. I am Abdul Baha. I am the servant of the world of humanity. DAS.1914-05-09, PN_1914 p003 Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3517 Words to Ahmad Sohrab, spoken on 1913-05-07 20 When I was young they would light ten candles and at the range of a very long distance I would put out the lights one after another without missing one. DAS.1913-05-07 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Excellence; distinction; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Youth and pre-ministry of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3560 Words to Ahmad Sohrab, spoken on 1914-10-19 20 You are writing a book. I have been reading all morning these letters. They are interesting. DAS.1914-10-19 Review of publications - -
ABU3491 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 20 It is not impossible that He should have been, though it is not necessary that all Manifestations should come in that way. PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Birth of Christ; purity; virginity of Mary; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3549 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 20 Yes, but they do not do it through mediums nor in material ways, but in spiritual ways. PN_1907 p017 Occult sciences; psychic phenomena; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart - -
ABU3505 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-15 20 Yes, in Persia to the Shah, in Turkey to the Sultan, though in reality He was not subject to any PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3550 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-16 20 Yes, if he deals unjustly and tyrannically with his people he forfeits the right to govern them. PN_1907 p019 Justice and mercy; Obedience to and respect for government authority; Relationship between government and people; Status of kings; future of monarchy - -
ABU3502 Words to an English friend, spoken on 1913-03-31 20 Whosoever with a contrite heart prays and begs from Bahá'u'lláh help and assistance will be aided, even if he is not a Bahá'í, only that he is sincere and whole-hearted in his prayers. DAS.1913-03-31 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of prayer - -
ABU3504 Words to Breakwell, Hopper, Brittingham, spoken around 1901-09-04 20 All believers have attained the Heavenly Gift, but each in a different degree. All have arrived at this Great Rolling Ocean, but each one has taken that which will quench his thirst. PN_1901 p025, PN_1901 p037 Development of capacity and readiness; Differences in human capacity; Living waters; water of life; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3508 Words to Breakwell, Hopper, Brittingham, spoken around 1901-09-04 20 We are told in the Bible of the Baptism of Water and of the Spirit, and also of the Baptism of Spirit and of Fire, and these are the Three Baptisms. PN_1901 p025 Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Spiritual baptism - -
ABU3542 Words to Charlotte Bingham, spoken on 1907-10-14 20 Yes; not through Isaac nor Ishmael, but through one of his other sons, of whom he had six. PN_1906 p109, PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Abraham; Isaac; Ishmael; Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Baha'u'llah; Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal - -
ABU3483 Words to Dr Henderson, spoken on 1912-07-31 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر چیز ممدوحی زود نشر میشود ولی اطفال را باید اول تعلیم دین نمود تا صادق و امین شوند Everything praiseworthy spreads rapidly. But the children must first be taught religion so that they may be sincere and trustworthy. BDA1.173.12 SW_v19#10 p.310, MHMD1.188 Education of children; moral education; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness - -
ABU3507 Words to E.J. Rosenberg et al, spoken around Feb. 1901 20 the Muhammadans [are] accustomed to think Mahomet the greater because of his title 'Seal of the Prophets', but in the time of Jesus spirituality and the spiritual life was far greater. PN_1901 p008, NRMM.215 Christ; Christianity; Differences between the Manifestations; station of distinction; Muhammad; Islam; Seal of the Prophets; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God - -
ABU3489 Words to Fugeta, Dr. Esslemont et al, spoken on 1920-01-05 20 Whatever anyone thinks, he says, but do not trust what is said unless I have written with my own hand, that is correct. PN_1919 p068, PN_1920 p015, PN_1920 p027 House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters - -
ABU3488 Words to Fugeta, et al, spoken on 1919-12-19 20 No. In the presence of some of the more intimate friends who used to visit her, she would unveil but not in public. PN_1919 p042 Tahirih [Qurratu'l-'Ayn]; Veiling [hijab] - -
ABU3518 Words to Fugeta, et al, spoken on 1919-12-30 20 Sometimes joking is necessary. Otherwise we would get depressed. The Blessed Beauty said, 'In every twenty-four hours, two hours must be spent in a way that will cause happiness.' PN_1919 p055 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Humor; jokes; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
ABU3511 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 20 Yes, prayer might prevent the strong wind from blowing out the light of the lamp--but it could never change the amount of oil in the lamp--that is preordained. DLA.032, BLO_PN#026 Free will and predestination; fate; Power of prayer; Theodicy; the mystery of evil; of suffering - -
ABU3540 Words to Henry Randall 20 The intellect is good but until it has become the servant of the heart, it is of little avail. VLAB.121 Limits of the intellect; Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
ABU3486 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 The Prophets and Holy Men always went into the wilderness to pray. Many of them walked upon Mount Carmel and communed with God. TDLA.009, BLO_PN#104 Meditation; Mindfulness; concentration; focus; Mount Carmel - -
ABU3499 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 Everything in life ministers to our development. Our lesson is to study and learn. Money and difficulties are alike advantages to us. TDLA.010, BLO_PN#104 Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3500 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 The right hand is the hand of honor. In the East, wearing it upon this hand attracts attention and causes comment. But the real place to wear the Greatest Name is in the heart. TDLA.016, BLO_PN#104 Personal instructions - -
ABU3509 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 Guidance to God. What is dearer to man than life? So, therefore, leading a soul to Eternal Life is the greatest blessing and benefit you can bestow upon that soul. TDLA.014-015, BLO_PN#104 Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3528 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 Prayer is both attitude and word, it depends upon the soul-condition. It is like a song SW_v08#04 p.043, TDLA.016, BLO_PN#104 Importance of prayer; Music and singing; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU3529 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 Moral life consists in the government of one's self. Immortality is government of a human soul by the Divine Will. SW_v14#01 p.009, PN_unsorted p076, TDLA.005, BLO_PN#104 Existence; immortality of the human soul; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3538 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 We should not be occupied with our failings and weaknesses, hut concern ourselves with the will of God so that it may flow through us, thereby healing these human infirmities. SW_v14#06 p.165, PN_unsorted p076, TDLA.013, BLO_PN#104 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline - -
ABU3548 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 20 No, they are a distinct Revelation of God and will form a Book larger than our Bible. TDLA.006-007, BLO_PN#104 Authentication; disposition of the Sacred Writings; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
ABU3514 Words to Juliet Thompson et al, spoken on 1909-07-08 20 Capacity attracts. The greater your capacity, the more you will be filled. When the child is hungry and cries for milk, the milk of the mother begins to flow rapidly. DJT.075, BLO_PN#027 Development of capacity and readiness; Law of cause and effect - -
ABU3487 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-15 20 I liken you to the pupil of the eye. You are black and it is black, yet it becomes the focus of light. AHV.017, BLO_PN#045 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3558 Words to M. R. Shirazi in April 1914 20 No, the world will be so trained that no one will harm even his own enemy. TDAB.09 Predictions and prophecies; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3490 Words to Madam J, spoken on 1904-04-15 20 Of course, they can see us and know everything we are doing for that is the world of real sight and sense. PN_1904 p021, PN_1904 p030, BSTW#180c Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Soul; spirit after death - -
ABU3519 Words to Miss Rosenberg in 1902(?) 20 How could they (the Manifestations) teach and guide others in the Way if they themselves did not undergo every species of suffering to which other human beings are subjected. SW_v07#11 p.108, PN_1909 p073, PN_1909 p105, PN_unsorted p022 Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3513 Words to Mountfort Mills, spoken around 1909-05-26 20 Opposition is unnecessary. Here is one who has a lecture to give. It you like, go; if not, stay away. You have more important things to consider, such as teaching. PN_1909 p082 Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3512 Words to Mr and Mrs Hannen, spoken on 1909-02-26 20 The word 'same' means that the reality is one. Just as the sun arises from several points. PN_1909F p071, PN_1909F p135, AKL.014 Manifestation of God as sun; Oneness; unity of religion; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God - -
ABU3530 Words to Mrs Bingham and Mrs Devin, spoken on 1907-10-15 20 No. Melchisedek, who was 'without beginning or end of days' was the first one. PN_1906 p109, PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Categories of Prophets (major; minor; village); Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible - -
ABU3515 Words to Mrs Brittingham in 1912 20 The 'Self' of God spoken of in the Tablets refers to the Attributes of the Merciful, not to His Essence. This 'Self' is found in 'Perfection' in the Prophet, only. PN_unsorted p090 Identity; relationship of Manifestation of God to God; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
ABU3544 Words to Mrs C in 1910 20 I tell you to be happy because we can not know the spiritual life unless we are happy! TOR.211, VLAB.116 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3522 Words to Myron Phelps and Madame Canavarro in Dec. 1902 20 Love for men is love for God. To serve men is to serve God. My sign is this--that I serve the people, that I clothe the people. AELT.116 Love of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
ABU3495 Words to pilgrims in June 1906 20 Both Peter and Paul suffered martyrdom with all steadfastness by the order of Nero. This is a clear and indisputable fact. PN_1906 p077, SUR.268, BLO_PN#001 Martyrs and martyrdom; Saint Peter and Saint Paul; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
ABU3554 Words to Prof. E. A. Rogers, spoken on 1912-10-04 20 Oh my, that is a long, long story. It covers so much. Please come another day and I will tell you what I can. ECN.755 Knowledge; recognition of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
ABU3547 Words to Safa Kinney 20 No, I do not know everything. But when I need to know something, it is pictured before Me. IHP.060, BLO_PN#046 Special knowledge of the Manifestation of God; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3459 Words to Siyyid Asadu'llah Qumi, spoken on 1912-03-26 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary اگر انسان خود را در امر الله ذلیل و حقیر دانست نزد کل عزیز میشود بالعکس بمجرد خیال بزرگی ذلیل و ساقط میگردد If a man considers himself humble and lowly in the Cause of God, he becomes glorified in all eyes. On the other hand, the moment he aspires to personal greatness, he falls into disgrace and oblivion. BDA1.011.05 MHMD1.016 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge - -
ABU3523 Words to Stanwood Cobb in Jan. 1908 20 One might say, 'Well, I will endure such-and-such a person so long as he is endurable.' But Bahá'ís must endure people even when they are unendurable. IHP.032, VLAB.028, BLO_PN#046 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance - -
ABU3464 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-06-15 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary بر حسب استعداد نفوس و اقتضای وقت است بهرطفلک آن پدر تی تی کند گر چه عقلش هندسهٴ گیتی کند What I have spoken is according to the capacity of the people and the exigency of the time. 'The father makes gurgling sounds for the newborn infant, although his wisdom can measure the universe.' BDA1.124.05 SW_v19#07 p.221, MHMD1.133 Acting according to the exigencies of the day; pragmatism; Differences in human capacity; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion - -
ABU3472 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1912-04-13 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary در آینده امریکا ترقی سریع نماید ولی از این عمارتهای بسیار بلند و کثرت نفوس قلبم میگیرد و برای صحت خلق خوب نیست America will make rapid progress in the future but I am fearful of the effects of these high buildings and such densely populated cities; these are not good for the health. BDA1.032.07 SW_v19#02 p.054, MHMD1.041 Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization - -
ABU3476 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1912-05-23 20 Persian Mahmúd's Diary کاش جمال مبارک باین صفحات تشریف آورده بودند از بس جمال مبارک اینگونه مناظر را دوست میداشتند Would that the Blessed Beauty could have come to these regions! He loved such scenery very much. BDA1.101.13 SW_v19#06 p.183, MHMD1.108 - -
ABU3520 Words to the Persian friends, spoken on 1913-01-26 20 If this Cause had appeared in America, today there would not have been a single soul in that country who would not be either a Bahá'í or a friend. DAS.1913-01-26 Growth of the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3498 Words to Will and Wendell Dodge, spoken on 1901-12-02 20 This world is likened unto the ocean; the law and teachings of God is the ship; the mate is the covenant; the Captain is God; and the sea shore is the kingdom of Abha PN_1901 p083, BLO_PN#109 Laws of God; of the Kitab-i-Aqdas; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
AB11532 Words written in a book 20 O Thou Lord of Unity, confirm this person who is old in faith and young in love, to summon people to Thy Kingdom. DAS.1913-01-21 Prayer for teaching; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB03861 30 mixed اوقاف مختصّه بخيرات قبل از تشكيل بيت العدل بمحفل روحانى كه منزّه و مقدس از شائبه نفسانى است راجع و الّا فلا O maidservant of God! Praise be unto God that thou didst attend the women's class of instruction and didst acquire knowledge for the teaching work [3.5s] GHA.222x House of Justice - -
AB11318 30 Arabic اذا امعنت النظر تشخص هذه الصورة مقابلاً لعینیک انساناً Shouldst thou look carefully, thou wouldst perceive before thee a man in chains and fetters, from whose countenance shineth the radiance of joy and contentment AHB.133BE #03-04 p.69 ADMS#353 - -
AB11320 30 mixed خدمات آنجناب در آستان مقدّس مقبول و محبوب و مکث در آن ارض و بنای طبابت بسیار بجا و محبوب Thy services at the Sacred Threshold are accepted and beloved, and thy sojourn in that land and establishment of medical practice are most fitting and well-pleasing [3.5s] MSBH4.479x Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11322 30 mixed زنهار زنهار که خاطری بیازارید و قلبی را شکسته نمائید و دلی را دردمند کنید و جانیرا افسرده نمائید Beware, beware, lest ye harm any souls, or cause any heart to be broken, or fill any mind with pain, or render any spirit despondent [3.5s] AVK3.207.14x Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Non-participation in politics; Ottoman commissions of investigation; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual springtime - -
AB11323 30 Arabic الهی انت الذی ایدت عبادک المخلصین على رضائک اید عبدک المتوجه الیک على ذکرک و ثنائک O my God! Thou art He Who hath aided Thy sincere servants to attain Thy good-pleasure. Aid, then, this servant who turneth his face toward Thee in Thy remembrance and praise [3.5s] LMA2.424 - -
AB11324 30 Arabic الهی تری امتک الموقنه بک و بایاتک المتضرعه بباب احدیتک قدر لها کل خیر بفضلک و O my God! Thou seest Thy servant who is believing in Thee, and supplicating through the door of Thy Oneness. Render her all good through Thy Bounty and Generosity. Thou art the Bestower, the Giver. INBA59:180a BW_v12p682, MAB.008a Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for women - -
AB11325 30 Arabic الهی هولاء عبادک الذین استظلوا فی ظل شجره وحدانیتک و احتموا بحمی قدس ربوبیتک O my God! These are Thy servants who have sought shelter beneath the shade of the Tree of Thy Oneness and have taken refuge in the sanctuary of Thy divine Lordship [3.5s] MJMJ3.044a, MMG2#212 p.240 Prayer for spiritual recognition - -
AB11326 30 Arabic الهی یا رب المشرقین و رب المغربین و منور الخافقین بالنور الساطع من المطلعین و O my God! O Lord of the two Easts and the two Wests, Illuminator of the horizons with the resplendent light that shineth from the twin Dawning-Places [3.5s] YMM.330x Eulogies; reminiscences; Prayer for the departed; Presence of; reunion with God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11327 30 Arabic اما عن السئوال الذی سالتموه فاعلموا بان هذا سر مکنون و انه کالجوهرة المخفیه فی صدفتها ...As to the question ye have asked me, know verily that this is a well-guarded secret. It is even as a gem concealed within its shell. MAS2.026-027, PPRP.002 WOB.150x, PPRL.001x Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11328 30 Persian امه الرحمن الرضیه المرضیه المحترمه والده میرزا عنایت الله را تحیت مخصوص برسان Convey special greetings to the handmaid of the All-Merciful, well-pleased and well-pleasing, the revered mother of Mírzá 'Ináyat'u'lláh [3.5s] DUR4.404 - -
AB11329 30 Persian Additional Tablets, Extracts and Talks ان اسم عظیم است اعظم است مراد جمال مبارک است و آنچه الیوم در دست است معانی دو حرف از اسم اعظم است و آن ب و ه The Great Name is indeed the Most Great; it referreth to the Blessed Beauty. What we possess today are the meanings of two letters from the Greatest Name, and these are 'B' and 'H' [3.5s]... This great name is the Greatest Name. The Blessed Beauty is intended. What we have today are the meanings of two of the letters of the Greatest Name. They are: B and H MAS2.057ax BRL_ATE#213x Greatest Name; Law of repetition; recitation of the Greatest Name; Meanings of letters and numbers; jafr (gematria) - -
AB11330 30 Arabic ان جمال الذین السائح الشهیر فى کل اقلیم الناشر لرائحة محبة الله اصبح سائحا Verily, Jamal-i-Din, the renowned traveller throughout every clime who diffuseth the fragrance of the love of God, hath become a wayfarer [3.5s] MSBH8.140 Eulogies; reminiscences; Stories; anecdotes - -
AB11331 30 Persian ای امه الله شکر کن جمال مبارک را که چنین عنایتى در حق O handmaid of God, render thanks unto the Blessed Beauty for having bestowed such a bounty [3.5s] INBA13:231a Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11332 30 Persian ای امه الله شکر کن حی قیومرا که چنین پسری داری که شب و روز بخدمت امرالله O maidservant of God! Give thanks unto the Ever-Living, the Self-Subsisting, that thou hast such a son who, night and day, serveth the Cause of God [3.5s] INBA89:047a Praise and encouragement - -
AB11333 30 Persian ای امه الله شمسیه نور محبة الله از پرتو شمس روشن تواست هر رخی که بآن نور روشن رشک آفتاب است O handmaiden of God, Shamsiyyih! The light of the love of God from the rays of the radiant Sun art thou. Every countenance that is illumined by that light is the envy of the sun [3.5s] DRM.019b Love of God - -
AB11334 30 Persian اگر کلمات مکنونه را در لسان فارسی و عربی تلاوت مینمودی و بحقایق و معانی ...Wert thou to recite the Hidden Words in Persian and Arabic and apprehend their realities and meanings, it would unveil a matchless beauty and splendor ANDA#79 p.05x ADMS#203ex Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings - -
AB11335 30 Persian ای آتش افروخته آتشی در دل افروختی که خاموشی ندارد و افسردگی نجوید و شعله اش O enkindled flame! Thou hast ignited a fire within the heart that knoweth no quenching and seeketh no languor, and its flame [3.5s] YARP2.166.2 p.174 - -
AB11336 30 Persian بکوش که در زبان فارسی نهایت مهارت را حاصل نمائی و الواح جمال مبارک را بخوانی ...Strive to acquire the utmost proficiency in the Persian language—to read the Tablets of the Blessed Beauty and discover the heavenly significances of their words ANDA#79 p.05x ADMS#203bx Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11338 30 ...As to the Nineteen Day Feast, ye must give this your most careful attention, and firmly establish it. For this Feast bringeth bliss and unity and love to the lovers of God COC#0919x East and West; communication between East and West; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11339 30 Persian ای بنده الهی هر چند حقائق جسمانیه در ناحیهء بعیده واقع ولی جواهر صافیه O servant of God! Though physical realities exist in distant realms, yet pure essences [3.5s] INBA88:249a Material and spiritual existence; two books; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
AB11340 30 ...God willing, through the endeavor of the friends in America, may the Bird of Paradise be revealed in all its beauty in the Philippine Islands. SW_v01#19 p.003x Exhortations and counsels; Growth of the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11341 30 Persian ای بنده حق از جواهر وجود چون سلاله موجود گردد باید اخلاق مناسب اعراق باشد O servant of the True One! When from the gems of existence a descendant cometh into being, he must needs manifest virtues befitting his lineage [3.5s] MSHR3.123x Eulogies; reminiscences; Poems and quotation from poetry; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11342 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha O servant of God! Faith is the magnet which draws the confirmation of the Merciful One. Service is the magnet which attracts the heavenly strength. TAB.062, DWN_v5#04 p.002b Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
AB11343 30 Persian ای بنده حق فرصت نیست مختصر مرقوم میشود شجره انیسا جمال مبارکست که در ظل آن O servant of the Truth! Time permitteth but a brief reply. The Tree of Anisa is none other than the Blessed Beauty, beneath Whose shade [3.5s] MKT9.057b, ASAT1.247, YMM.198 Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant - -
AB11344 30 Persian ای بنده خدا شهریاران عالم بندگان بندگان حقند و بانوایان جهان بی نوایان در O servant of God! The sovereigns of the world are but the servants of the servants of God, and the wealthy ones of earth are destitute indeed [3.5s] YARP2.175.5 p.179 Status of kings; future of monarchy; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty - -
AB11345 30 mixed ای بنده درگاه احدیت نواب اعلی بواب عتبه کبریاست یعنی پاسبان آستانست فنعم ما O servant at the Threshold of Divine Unity! The Supreme Deputy is the keeper of the Most Great Threshold—that is to say, the guardian of His court. How excellent indeed [3.5s] MSHR1.071-072x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
AB11346 30 Persian یا خود به خراسان روید و یا آنورقهٴ منجذبه را به طهران آرید قصور و فتور جائز نه Either journey thou thyself to Khurásán, or bring that enkindled leaf unto Tihrán. Negligence and delay are not permissible [3.5s] MSBH5.234x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Personal instructions; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
AB11347 30 ...Make ye inquiries as to a woman teacher. She must be extremely modest, even-tempered, forbearing, and well bred, and she must be expert in the English language COC#0611x Courtesy; culture [adab]; Personal instructions - -
AB11348 30 Persian ای ثابت بر پیمان در خصوص زکات مرقوم نموده بودید زکات بر محصول باغها بعد از وضع O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thou didst write concerning Zakát. As to the Zakát on the fruits of orchards, after deduction [3.5s] AVK4.239.02x, MAS9.020x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters; Laws of God; of the Kitab-i-Aqdas - -
AB11349 30 mixed Reflection on the Theory of Alchemy as Explained in the Bahá'í Writings, A امّا علامت بلوغ عالم که در کتاب اقدس مرقوم یکی حصول صلح عمومی و دیگری ظهور و بروز اخت النّبوة حکمت الهّیه است که صنعتع مکتوبه جزو آن است ...As for the signs of the coming of age of the human race mentioned in the Kitab-i-Aqdas: one sign is the advent of universal peace, and the other is the unfoldment and appearance of the 'sister of prophecy', the divine philosophy, of which the hidden craft forms a part ASAT1.208x BLO_alchemy Coming-of-age; maturity of mankind; Consolation and comfort; House of Justice; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal peace; world unity - -
AB11351 30 mixed در خصوص وحی مرقوم نموده بودید ائمّهٴ اطهار مطالع الهام بودند و مظاهر فیض حضرت رحمان وحی اختصاص بحضرت رسول Thou hast inquired about divine Revelation. The holy Imams were the dawning-places of inspiration and manifested the bounty of the All-Merciful. Divine Revelation was confined to Mubammad, the Messenger of God. Thus, we do not refer to the words of the Imams as the Word of God, but we regard them as divinely inspired AVK2.032.17x, MAS2.022x, VUJUD.141.02x VUJUDE.155x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; The Imamate; the Caliphate - -
AB11352 30 mixed مکتوب مطبوع که از بهائیان غرب به بهائیان شرق مرقوم شده بود ملاحظه گردید مضمون مشحون به حقائق و اسرار حضرت بیچون بود یقین است که احبّای ایران را سبب روح و ریحان گردد The pleasing letter that was written by the Bahá'ís of the West to the Bahá'ís of the East was perused. Its contents were replete with the verities and mysteries of the Incomparable Lord. Assuredly it shall be a source of joy and delight to the beloved ones in Iran [3.5s] NJB_v01#19a p.008x Prophecy and fulfillment; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11353 30 Persian ای دلبر يکتا ای محبوب بيهمتا شکر ترا که اين بيچاره آواره را به جميع عنايات و الطاف مفتخر O Peerless Beloved! O Incomparable Love! Thanks be unto Thee that Thou hast favored this hapless wanderer with all bounties and bestowals [3.5s] MJMJ2.072ax, MMG2#129 p.146x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
AB11354 30 Persian ای جمع ابرار جوهر ارامنه احرار جناب مارکار الحمد لله استفاضه از ملکوت انوار O gathering of the righteous ones, essence of the free Armenian souls, honored Markar, praise be to God for the effulgence from the Kingdom of Light [3.5s] AHB.126BE #03-04 p.087x Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Education of children; moral education - -
AB11355 30 Persian ای چراغ پر فروغ داناای و بیناای و شنواای روشنی عالم انسانیست الحمد لله که از O thou lamp resplendent with the light of wisdom, insight and hearing! The illumination of the human world art thou! Praise be to God that [3.5s] YARP2.166.3 p.174 - -
AB11356 30 Persian Bahá'í Prayers ای خداوند بی مانند این طفل شیرخوار را از پستان عنایت شیر ده و در مهد صون و حمایت محفوظ و مصون دار و در آغوش الطاف پرورش ده O Thou peerless Lord! Let this suckling babe be nursed from the breast of Thy loving-kindness BRL_DAK#1194, HUV1.008 BRL_CHILD#05, BPRY.033 K. Key Prayer for children and youth - -
AB11357 30 Persian ای خدای مهربان این دختری ملکوتی زحمتی کشیده و صحبتهای عبدالبهاء را نگاشته O God of Love and Mercy Behold this daughter of the Kingdom! (she and her daughters and her friend) took great pains to write down the Talks BRL_DAK#0123 LBLT.162b Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11362 30 Persian ای رب الارباب بنده تو گشتاسب از فراق بیتاب شد و در تب و تاب افتاد لهذا پرواز O Lord of Lords! Thy servant Gushtasp hath grown restless in separation and fallen into feverish distress, and therefore taken flight [3.5s] YARP2.632 p.434 Eulogies; reminiscences; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness - -
AB11363 30 Arabic ای رب هذه ورقه متحرکه بنسائم محبتک علی شجره معرفتک ای رب اجعلها مخضره نضره من O Lord! This is a leaf, stirred by the breezes of Thy love upon the Tree of Thy knowledge. O Lord! Make it verdant and flourishing [3.5s] INBA59:180b Prayer for women - -
AB11364 30 mixed ای رضای من لا تقنظوا من رحمه الله اینست ایت منصوصه است و لاتباسوا من رحمه O my Rida! Despair not of God's mercy, for this is indeed a sacred and explicit verse, and be not hopeless of His grace [3.5s] MMK6#460 Consolation and comfort - -
AB11366 30 Persian ای شهناز نامه تو رسید با امة الله طائره همیشه مکاتبه نما تا سبب انجذاب جان و Thy letter was received. Correspond always with the maidservant of God, Taereh, so that it may prove to be the cause of the attraction NJB_v02#02 p.003x BLO_PT#052.15 Personal instructions - -
AB11367 30 Persian ای شوقی حق از قرار تحریرات ارض مقصود در پناه حق محفوظ و مصونید و این سبب سرور O Shoghi! According to the letters from the Holy Land, thou art sheltered and preserved beneath God's protection, and this is the cause of joy [3.5s] AKHA_116BE #01-03 p.51x Prayer for protection; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11368 30 Persian ای شیدای روی جانان مهربانی خوشست و مهرپروری دلکش دل باین خوی خوش کن که بد O thou who art enamored of the Beloved's countenance! Lovingkindness is a wondrous thing, and the nurturing of love doth captivate the heart. Make thy heart acquainted with this goodly trait [3.5s] YARP2.166.5 p.174 - -
AB11369 30 Persian ای کنیز بهاء آزادگی و فرزانگی نه بخوردسالیست و نه بسالخوردگی پس از خدا خواهیم O handmaid of Bahá! Freedom and wisdom belong neither to tender youth nor to advanced age; therefore let us beseech God [3.5s] HUV1.046 Praise and encouragement - -
AB11371 30 Persian ای مختار جمیع اشیا در تسبیح و تقدیس حق بلسان ملکوتی مجبور و مضطرند و تو در O Mukhtar! All things are constrained and compelled, in the celestial tongue, to glorify and sanctify the Truth, while thou [3.5s] YMM.195 Free will and predestination; fate; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
AB11373 30 Persian ای موقن بالله اصل لقاء ایمان بآیات الهیه است ...زیرا تربیت جسمانیه را حکمی نه بلکه O thou who art firm in God! The essence of divine communion lieth in faith in the signs of God... for physical education hath no lasting effect [3.5s] MAS9.012 Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
AB11374 30 ...Supplication and prayer on behalf of others will surely be effective. When hearts are united, when faces are turned towards the kingdom of Abha, surely enlightenment will be the result. SW_v08#04 p.047x House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Power of prayer; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity of thought and belief - -
AB11375 30 Persian فرصت تفسير آيه حضرت يونس نيست. مختصر اينست که بطن حوت عبارت از ظلمات عالم طبيعت There is no time to expound the verse concerning His Holiness Jonah. Briefly stated: the belly of the whale signifieth the darkness of the world of nature [3.5s] MMK6#316x Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11376 30 Persian ای ورقه موقنه دست بذیل میثاق زن و تشبث بپیمان کوکب اشراق تا جلوۀ الطاف خداوند جهان جاودان بینی O assured leaf! Take hold of the hem of the Covenant and cling to the testament of the Day-Star of effulgence, that thou mayest behold the eternal splendor of the favors of the Lord of the world [3.5s] BRL_DAK#0313, MKT4.194a, YMM.057 Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant - -
AB11377 30 Persian ای ورقه موقنه نظر الطاف حی قیوم شاملست و فضل و عنایت کامل حال استعداد و O assured leaf! The glances of favor of the Ever-Living, the Self-Subsisting Lord encompass thee, and His grace and bounties are complete [3.5s] INBA89:047b Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
AB11378 30 Persian ای یار دوستان شجاعت و دلیری از صفت راستانست و خصائص ملازمان آستان یعنی بر نفس O friends of the Beloved! Courage and valor are attributes of the righteous ones and characteristics of them that stand faithful at His Threshold - that is to say, over the self [3.5s] YARP2.166.4 p.174 Confidence; courage; faith in teaching the Cause; Courage; Encouragement of individual understanding; interpretation; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11379 30 Persian ای یار روحانی بدان که مناجات و صلوت فرض و واجب است و از انسان هیچ عذرى مقبول نه مگر O spiritual friend! Know thou that prayer and supplication are incumbent and obligatory, and no excuse shall be accepted from any soul [3.5s] AVK4.093.09 - -
AB11382 30 Persian از جهان الهی عالم نورانی ملکوت الهی سؤال نموده بوديد که در آن آيا مشاغل Concerning the divine realm, the luminous world of the celestial Kingdom, thou didst inquire whether therein [3.5s] MMK3#044 p.027x Future of Haifa; of the Holy Land; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Material and spiritual existence; two books - -
AB11383 30 Persian ای یاران فاران جبلی است که نور حقیقت از آن طلوع نمود ...حال از لسان قدم این نام مبارک بآن بلد عنایت شده تا این فاران جلوه‌گاه آن فاران گردد O friends! Paran is that mountain from which the Light of Truth dawned... Now hath this blessed name been bestowed upon that land by the Tongue of the Ancient One, that this Paran might become the manifestation of that Paran [3.5s] MUH2.1114x, FRH.113 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Humility; meekness; lowliness; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11385 30 Persian ای یزدان مهربان این شمع نو افروز را در زجاجه O kind Lord! Place this newly-kindled lamp within the glass [3.5s] HUV1.005 Prayer for protection - -
AB11386 30 ...As to his honor Mr. Hoar, verily he is one who hath presented himself here, witnessed, heard, comprehended and became illuminated and enlightened with the light of the gift of God SW_v12#19 p.311x Love of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Naming of children; of individuals; Prayer for children and youth; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11387 30 Persian Provisional Translations of Selected Writings of the Báb, Baháʼuʼlláh, and ʻAbdu'l-Bahá این عهد و میثاق است که جمال مبارک در ارض مقدس بقلم اعلی در ظل شجره انیسا گرفته This is the Covenant and Testament which the Blessed Beauty established through the Supreme Pen in the Holy Land MAS2.056b BRL_DA#216, BLO_sazedj#23x Primordial Covenant; the day of alast - -
AB11388 30 Arabic و امّا ما سألت من الدار المسکونة فهی للولد البکر خاصّةً مع توابعها من اصطبل او مضیف او خلوة As to what thou didst ask concerning the primary residence, it belongeth exclusively to the firstborn son, together with its dependencies, whether stable, guest chamber or private apartment [3.5s] AVK4.215.13x Law of inheritance; Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for assistance; intercession; Rights of the eldest son; primogeniture; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11389 30 mixed ایها الفرع الرفیع من السدره المبارکه ... مقدرات ربانیه مبنی بر حکمت کلیه است سر قدر O exalted Branch of the Blessed Tree! Divine decrees are founded upon a consummate wisdom [3.5s] YMM.353x Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Consolation and comfort; Prayer for the departed; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Theodicy; the mystery of evil; of suffering - -
AB11391 30 Persian باستاد محمد علی بنا در حیفا بنوع خوشی مخابره قطع نمااید Cease communications with Ustad Muhammad-'Ali Banna in Haifa in a spirit of graciousness [3.5s] INBA17:232 - -
AB11392 30 Persian پروردگار مهربانا این بنده بی سر و سامان رستم ایران را در پناه خویش راحت و O Thou kind Almighty! Bestow Thou a refuge and protection to this homeless and shelterless servant of Thine, Rostam YARP2.499 p.366 DAS.1914-03-28 Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
AB11393 30 Persian تلگرافی از کاشان رسید که معارف مدرسه وحدت بشررا بست سبحان الله مدنیت بر زبان میرانند و تیشه بر ریشه مدنیت میزنند مدرسه باید باز نمود نه مدارس را بست A telegram hath been received from Kashan, informing that the school of Wahdat-i-Bashar hath been closed by the authorities. Glorified be God! They speak of civilization with their tongues, yet strike at its very root with their axe. Schools must needs be opened, not closed [3.5s] KHMT.050x Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization - -
AB11394 30 Persian جناب آقا سید اسدالله چون چشم نوازل شده است جواب شما دو روز بعد با مکاتیب بهر O Jinab-i-Aqa Siyyid Asadu'llah! Since mine eyes have been favoured with your letter, the response shall be dispatched in two days' time along with other correspondence [3.5s] INBA17:232 - -
AB11395 30 Persian هر روز از صبح تا ظهر درس بخواند تا خواندن و نوشتن آموزد و از ظهر تا قریب غروب ...He must study every day from morning till noon, so that he may learn how to read and write. From noon till about sunset he should acquire a craft MJTB.112ax COC#0013x Education of children; moral education; Praise and encouragement; Useful occupation; acquisition of a craft; trade; profession; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
AB11396 30 Persian جناب دوست حقیقی روحانی این مکتوبرا مستعجلا بنوری بیک برسانید و اگر چنانچه O true and spiritual friend! Deliver this letter with utmost haste to Núrí Big, and should [3.5s] AYBY.453 #197, SAM.394 - -
AB11397 30 mixed جناب علی آقا را از قبل این عبد بذکر الله البهی الابهی متذکر دارید الا ان بذکر الله Convey to Jinab-i-'Alí-Áqá, on behalf of this servant, greetings in the Most Glorious mention of God. Verily, in the remembrance of God [3.5s] INBA84:481c Permission for visit; pilgrimage - -
AB11398 30 Persian جناب منادی الهی خطه طبرستان علی الخصوص نور موطن مبارک مجلی O esteemed Herald of God in the realm of Ṭabaristan, particularly in Núr, the blessed birthplace [3.5s] TZH8.0857, NJB_v05#12 p.005 - -
AB11399 30 Persian دو قطعه لوح که عکس اثر قلم اعلی مع عکس حضرت غصن الله الاطهر واصل گردید Two Tablets - a photographic reproduction of the writing of the Most Exalted Pen, together with a photograph of His Holiness the Most Pure Branch - have been received [3.5s] INBA17:232 - -
AB11400 30 Arabic رب اید کل من توجه الی مطلع وحدانیتک بتاییدات قدس رحمانیتک و افتح علیه ابواب O Lord, aid through the holy confirmations of Thy divine mercy all who have turned unto the Dayspring of Thy oneness, and open before them the gates [3.5s] INBA87:417a, INBA52:429b Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
AB11401 30 Arabic رب نور وجه عبدک الذی توجه الی وجهه رحمانیتک الی ملکوتک الابهی و اجعله اسوه O Lord! Illumine the face of this servant who hath turned his countenance toward the face of Thy Most Merciful One and unto Thy Most Glorious Kingdom, and make him an example [3.5s] INBA84:281a Prayer for spiritual recognition - -
AB11402 30 Arabic رب وفق عبدک هذا علی اعلاء کلمتک و نشر آثارک بین عبادک و اشرح صدره ببیان حججک و O Lord! Aid this servant of Thine to exalt Thy Word and to diffuse Thy signs amongst Thy servants, and expand his breast through the elucidation of Thy proofs [3.5s] SAAF.000 Prayer for teaching; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
AB11403 30 Arabic ربی انی ابتهل الی ملکوت وحدانیتک و جبروت فردانیتک ان تصون هذا العبد فی ظل O Lord! I beseech Thee, by Thy Kingdom of Oneness and the Dominion of Thy Singleness, to shelter this servant beneath the shadow [3.5s] MJMJ2.107b, MMG2#138 p.154 - -
AB11405 30 Persian نور محبت الله از پرتو شمس روشن تر است هر رخی که به ان نور روشمن رشک آفتاب است و غبطه The light of the love of God is brighter than the rays of the sun. Every face illumined with that light shall rouse the jealousy of the sun and the envy of the shining moon HUV2.052 ADMS#114 Love of God - -
AB11406 30 mixed ورقه خیرالنساء بعنایت الهیه مطمئن باشند و بشکرانه الطاف حق متذکر گردند که در ایام الله Leaf of the most virtuous of women, be thou assured by divine grace, and render gratitude for the favors of the True One, for in these Days of God [3.5s] INBA84:481b Thankfulness; gratitude - -
AB11407 30 Persian آن عکس که مرقوم نموده اید عکس جمال مبارک نیست آن عکس جناب کلیم The photograph whereof thou didst write is not the likeness of the Blessed Beauty, but rather the photograph of Jinab-i-Kalím [3.5s] ASAT5.095x Martyrs and martyrdom; Personal instructions; Promotion of commerce and industry - -
AB11408 30 Arabic یا حبیبی قد اخذت تحریرک الجدید و تلوته بفرح لیس علیه مزید O my beloved! I received thy recent letter and read it with unbounded joy [3.5s] MSHR3.361x House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Martyrs and martyrdom; Praise and encouragement; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
AB11409 30 Arabic یا رضا ان الرضاء بالقضاء سمه اهل الانقطاع و سنه اهل الانجذاب بنفحات ملکوت O Riḍá! Verily acceptance of the divine decree is the hallmark of them that are detached from all save God, and the path of those drawn unto the fragrances of the Kingdom [3.5s] INBA88:247c SFI01.061 Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience - -
AB11410 30 Arabic یا سامعا لکل ندآء یدعوک عبدک هذا فی آناء اللیل و اطراف النهار اجب الدعاء یا مالک من O Thou Hearer of every call, this servant of Thine calls upon Thee in the watches of the night and at the margins of day. Answer Thou his prayer, O Sovereign Lord [3.5s] LMA2.425 Prayer for evening; night - -
AB11411 30 Persian یا شقیقتی العزیزه آنی شما را فراموش ننمایم همواره در فکر و ذکر تو هستم از O my cherished sister! Thou art never absent from my thoughts. I speak of thee and call thee to mind at all times. BHKP_2#18x BHK_2#18x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Moderation; frugality; simplicity; Shrines and Holy places - -
AB11412 30 mixed در خصوص جناب خادم مرقوم نموده بودید لیس لاحد ان یتکلّم بحقّه شیئاً Concerning what thou didst write about Jinab-i-Khadim, none hath the right to speak against him [3.5s] ASAT3.196x Love of God; Personal instructions; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
AB11413 30 ...The future of California, whether in regard to its material affairs or spiritual affairs, is very important SW_v02#13 p.006, SW_v05#15 p.232x, SW_v05#16 p.242, SW_v05#17 p.265 Call to action; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11414 30 ...The effulgence of God's splendorous mercy hath enveloped the peoples and kindreds of the earth WOB.111x Divine unity [tawhid] and degrees of unity; East and West; communication between East and West; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11416 30 O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Know thou that supplication and prayer is the Water of Life. SW_v08#04 p.043x Importance of prayer; Living waters; water of life; Power of prayer; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
AB11417 30 O God! Make this servant melodious, attuned with the airs of the Supreme Concourse, and confer upon him a thrilling and resounding voice, like the nightingale of hidden meanings in the Divine Rose Garden. TOR.178-179 Music and singing; Prayers (general or uncategorized); The concourse on high - -
AB11418 30 O Thou incomparable Lord! Bless Thou the members of this household and endear these souls in Thy Kingdom and confirm them in the service of Thy Cause! Verily Thou art the Powerful, the Mighty. DAS.1913-04-05 Prayer for children and youth; Prayer for service - -
AB11419 30 ...The essence of Oneness is sanctified above the servitude of the world of mankind SW_v14#06 p.167 Service to others; to the Cause of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11420 30 O ye faithful friends! This Assembly was organized at the right time. It is my hope SW_v13#08 p.204 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
AB11421 30 ...I hope that the Ensigns of Divine Verses may be upraised in Stuttgart; the Fire of the Love of God be so enkindled as to set all those parts aglow DAS.1913-07-11, ABIE.055, BLO_PN#007 Being a source of light; guidance; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11422 30 ...All great movements have advanced through altruism, selflessness, and self-sacrifice, and not [merely] through the interchange of public opinion. DAS.1913-07-12, SW_v04#15 p.252, ABIE.058, BLO_PN#007 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Universal peace; world unity - -
AB11423 30 ...If thou desirest to be confirmed in the service of the Kingdom of God, live in accord with the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh DAS.1913-07-24, SW_v04#15 p.253x, ABIE.107, BLO_PN#007 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11424 30 ...Moderation is necessary in all affairs. Man must take a lesson from divine actions and deeds SW_v08#02 p.026x All things are in motion; kinds of motion; Growth and progress is gradual and according to capacity; Principle of balance; moderation; equilibrium; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
AB11425 30 Bahá'í Scriptures; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha O thou faithful one! One of the requirements of faithfulness is that thou mayest sacrifice TAB.552, BBBD.031a, BSC.461 #854 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Evanescence and eternality; fana and baqa; Love of God; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
AB11426 30 ...The letter signed by most of the friends in India has been received. Abdu'l-Baha is greatly SW_v12#13 p.215x Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11427 30 ...The souls of the well-favored among the concourse on high the sacred dwellers of the most exalted Paradise WOB.110-111x Service to others; to the Cause of God; The concourse on high - -
AB11428 30 ...The holy realities of the Concourse on high yearn, in this day, in the Most Exalted Paradise ADJ.047x Service to others; to the Cause of God; The concourse on high - -
AB11429 30 ...Regarding the Exposition of 1915 which will be inaugurated in San Francisco in America: From now undoubtedly SW_v02#13 p.006 Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11430 30 O God! Endear this maidservant of Thine in Thy Kingdom. Verily her heart is filled with love and happiness. Bless her family and encircle her husband with the glances of Thy Providence. DAS.1913-04-07 Prayer for married couples; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; Prayer for women - -
AB11431 30 ...Strive ye as much as ye can, so that love and amity may increase day by day amongst the believers of God; all of you can help each other and be ever ready to sacrifice your lives for one another. This is the quality of the people of Baha. DAS.1913-09-12, ABIE.309, BLO_PN#007 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11432 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha ...Express my affection to Mrs ... and say: "The grace of God hath chosen thee TAB.507-508 Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11433 30 O ye believers of God! We are sending to America, the maidservant of God, Zeenat Khanum, with Mrs. Wise SW_v05#04 p.057 Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause - -
AB11434 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha To the servant of God! I ask God to make thee a growing, developing branch in His vineyard TAB.653 Bringing forth results; fruit; Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The soul as soil; cultivation of the soul; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
AB11435 30 ...Now concerning the verse in Daniel, the interpretation whereof thou didst ask... A century will have elapsed from the dawn of the Sun of Truth; then will the teachings of God be firmly established LOG#1414x, PAB.024, BNE.250 Growth of the Cause; Predictions and prophecies; Prophecy and fulfillment - -
AB11436 30 Praise be to God that the Sun of Universal Religion hath dawned. From all parts of the world host after host enter under its Radiance. Erelong it will become world-wide. DAS.1913-03-29x Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Entry by troops; Growth of the Cause; Manifestation of God as sun; Universality of the Cause - -
AB11437 30 ...The vision also signifies that a Mashrak-el-Azkar will soon be established in America SW_v06#17 p.133 Entry by troops; Growth of the Cause; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11438 30 O Lord! Clothe this thy servant with the garment of the Most Great Bestowal and protect him from every evil DAS.1914-03-28 Prayer for protection - -
AB11439 30 ...Such souls are nothing but pure harm to the Cause of God, and it is very well that they go out SW_v04#10 p.174x, BSTW#131 Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
AB11440 30 ...Regarding arrangements for the Bahai Sunday meeting for the purpose of worship SW_v13#10 p.276x Music and singing; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11441 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha O thou tree, developed in the garden of the Love of God! Be well watered TAB.131 Bringing forth results; fruit; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The soul as soil; cultivation of the soul - -
AB11442 30 ...The deeds of man must be the cause of glory. Everything that is conducive to the honor of the religion of God is good. SW_v09#10 p.107x Exalting the Word of God in teaching the Cause; Goodly deeds; actions; Words vs deeds - -
AB11443 30 ...Baha'u'llah hath said that the various races of humankind lend a composite harmony and beauty of color to the whole ADJ.037bx Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
AB11444 30 ...There is no wonder in confessing the appearance of the Kingdom of God, but true wonder consists in good deeds SW_v08#05 p.059x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Goodly deeds; actions; Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11445 30 Thy detailed letter... was duly received. Its contents produced joy and happiness SW_v08#16 p.219x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11446 30 ...In prayer one must turn his face towards the sanctified Reality of His Holiness Baha'o'llah - that Reality which surrounds all phenomena. SW_v09#10 p.113x Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
AB11447 30 O ye real friends, O ye people of unity! His honor Mahmood Khan is a true friend and is firm and steadfast SW_v07#11 p.108 - -
AB11448 30 ...Every proof and prophecy every manner of evidence, whether based on reason or on the text WOB.127-128x Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Prophecy and fulfillment; Twin Manifestations - -
AB11449 30 Bahá'í Scriptures ...Man must work, and in that work show the qualities of God and thus do good. His work, both material and spiritual BSC.440 #803 Excellence; distinction; High station of the arts and sciences; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Work as worship - -
AB11451 30 ...My thoughts are turned towards you, and my heart leaps within me at your mention WOB.077x Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
AB11452 30 ...My hope is that the Esperantists may become attracted by these epistles and may SW_v11#17 p.291x Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal language - -
AB11453 30 O thou revered beloved! Glad tidings be unto thee for thy firmness in the strong Covenant. SW_v09#19 p.223-224 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant - -
AB11454 30 ...In these days, the Holy Ones of the Realm of Glory, dwelling in the all-highest Paradise BADM.037x, SW_v14#03 p.086 Martyrs and martyrdom; Return of the Manifestations of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Soul; spirit after death - -
AB11455 30 ...The continent of America is in the eyes of the one true God the land wherein the splendors WOB.075x Predictions and prophecies - -
AB11456 30 ...I hope that the friends will give the utmost importance to the Mashriqu'l Azkar... The American friends are greatly endeared. Therefore I desire that they may be confirmed SW_v13#10 p.264x House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11457 30 Today firmness in the Covenant is the means of the promotion of the Word of God and conducive to the effect of the word of the teacher. DAS.1913-03-29x Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
AB11458 30 ...Regarding the society of healing of which thou art a member; when it comes under the protection of this Cause, its power will be a hundred fold. BSTW#369b Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day - -
AB11459 30 ...Convey my infinite love and kindness to ... and say: One must summon the people to the Kingdom of God. Silence and speechlessness is not at all permitted. DAS.1913-10-14 Call to action; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11460 30 O God! Confer thou a shelter upon this person under Thy protection and surround him with Thy infinite Bounties! Verily Thou art the Generous and the Merciful. DAS.1913-04-05 Prayer for protection - -
AB11461 30 ...Baha'u'llah once compared the colored people to the black pupil of the eye surrounded by the white ADJ.037bx, MBW.136x Race unity; racial issues; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
AB11462 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha ...Be not in despair, but rather smile by the mercy of thy Lord; and be not sorrowful TAB.177 Consolation and comfort; Soul; spirit after death; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
AB11463 30 Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha O thou who art esteemed and guarded! Thank God for that by reason of which thy picture TAB.651 Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
AB11464 30 ...The prestige of the Faith of God has immensely increased. Its greatness is now manifest WOB.079x, COC#0264x, COC#1532x Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause - -
AB12019 30 Arabic رب انی اتضرع الی ملکوت رحمانیتک ان تغرق هولاء العباد فی بحر رحمانیتک انک انت O my Lord! I implore Thee by Thy Most Glorious Kingdom to immerse these servants in the ocean of Thy mercy. Verily, Thou art [3.5s] BRL_DAK#0314 Prayer for the spiritual progress of others - -
AB12054 30 Additional Tablets, Extracts and Talks O ye true friends! Make ye a mighty effort, that this world may become another world, and this darksome earth BRL_ATE#072 Call to action; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Manifestation of God as sun - -
AB12057 30 Persian ای مربی وجود این نفوس اهل سجودند و در نهایت تضرع به ملکوت شهود لهذا رجای O Divine Educator! These souls are engaged in prostration and earnestly supplicate the Kingdom of manifestation, therefore I beseech [3.5s] RMT.157c God as immanent vs. transcendent reality; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
AB12772 30 Persian جناب آقا محمد ابراهیم از تاییدات حضرت قیوم در ملکوت ابهی امیدواریم که از افق Jinab-i-Aqa Muhammad Ibrahim: We cherish the hope that, through the confirmations of the Self-Subsisting Lord, in the Abha Kingdom, from the horizon [3.5s] QUM.098 - -
AB12773 30 Persian ای حضرت بشیر این نامه پانزده روز پیش مرقوم شد ولی فرصت ارسال نشد O thou herald of the Covenant! Though this letter was penned fifteen days ago, opportunity for its dispatch did not present itself [3.5s] INBA85:451a Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha - -
AB12774 30 Persian ای سمی حضرت مقصود دست بذیل اطهر زن و از ما سوی الله منقطع شو و در ظل شجره O namesake of the desired One! Cling to the hem of His most pure garment, detach thyself from all else save God, and take shelter beneath the Tree [3.5s] INBA85:382a Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
AB12775 30 Persian ای بنده حق نامه شما رسید با نفوسیکه ماذونند اذن حضور دارید مکتوب جوف را برسانید O thou servant of the True One! Thy letter was received. Thou art permitted to attain the presence with those who have permission. Deliver the enclosed letter [3.5s] INBA85:123b Permission for visit; pilgrimage - -
AB12776 30 Persian امه الله المشتعله بنار محبت الله ضجیع منجذبه را بالطاف حق بشارت ده تا از فیض O maidservant of God! Give thou glad tidings through divine favors to that enkindled one who is set ablaze with the fire of the love of God, that attracted one, so that from His bounty [3.5s] INBA85:121c - -
AB12777 30 Persian ای ابن شهید همواره در نظری پیش بصری در آنچه از پیش مرقوم گردید سعی و جهد O son of the martyred one! Remain ever before mine eyes and strive with all thy might to fulfill that which hath been written aforetime [4o] INBA85:522a Call to action; Praise and encouragement - -
AB12778 30 Persian رب اید هذا العبد علی ما یحب و یرضی و علی رضائک فی هذه النشئه الاولی O Lord! Aid Thou this servant in accordance with what Thou lovest and approvest, and in accordance with Thy pleasure in this, the first life [4o] INBA85:122a Prayer for nearness to God - -
AB12779 30 Arabic یا رب الایات و مظهر البینات اسئلک ان تنزل البرکات علی هذه الشرکه الجدیده O Lord of signs and Revealer of clear proofs, I beseech Thee to shower Thy blessings upon this new enterprise [4o] INBA85:122c Business; financial; property matters; Prayer for prosperity - -
AB12780 30 Persian الهی این کنیز پر محبت و تمیزت را در ملکوت شما عزیز فرما و خاندانش را مبارک کن O God! Endear this distinguished and loving maidservant of God in Thy Kingdom, bless the members of her household BBBD.202 BBBD.203 Prayer for married couples; Prayer for women; Prayers (general or uncategorized) - -
AB12784 30 Deliver my greeting and praise and my abundant longings to my beloved ones in that city (New York) which hath become the City of the Covenant and the town of the Love of God Call to action; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3279 30 Persian البته کارکنان چون در کارخانه با کمپانی شرکت حاصل نمایند از قبل خود نفوسی برای مشورت انتخاب خواهند کرد و یقین است آنکه مایه بیشتر سهم بیشتر دارد Verily, when workers establish partnership with the company in the factory, they shall of their own accord choose souls for consultation, and it is certain that whoso possesseth a greater portion shall have a greater share [3.5s] AVK4.346.02 Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing - -
ABU3280 30 Persian انسان باید از میوههایی که در محل سکونت و اقامتش موجود است Man must partake of such fruits as are to be found in the place of his habitation and dwelling [3.5s] YIK.300, ZIAB2.088 - -
ABU3292 30 Persian جمال مبارک از چهار چیز خوششان میآید The Blessed Beauty often remarked: 'There are four qualities which I love to see manifested in people: first, enthusiasm and courage YIK.304-305, ZIAB1.065 STOB.051 #060 Effort; striving; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Praise and encouragement; Radiant countenance; bearing the divine fragrance - -
ABU3330 30 Every morning when I awoke I praised God there was another day to serve Him in His prison. SW_v13#05 p.102 Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Suffering and imprisonment; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
ABU3340 30 It is not the body which feels pain or trouble but the soul. If we have a pain in our arm the defect SW_v08#18 p.230 Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Relationship of the soul to the body; Existence; immortality of the human soul; The human soul; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU3341 30 The most advisable thing, therefore, is to ... discuss "Pure and sanctified Living" SW_v14#02 p.060 Methods of teaching the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3342 30 One night I was so hemmed in by My anxieties that I had no other recourse than to recite and repeat GPB.275-276x, VLAB.029 Business; financial; property matters; Importance of prayer; Power of prayer - -
ABU3343 30 Although Abdu'l-Baha considers himself as a drop, yet this drop is connected with the Most Great Sea. SW_v08#15 p.211 Humility; meekness; lowliness; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3344 30 It was during the closing days of the Blessed Beauty, when I was engaged in gathering together His papers GPB.310-311x Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness - -
ABU3348 30 In the world of existence there is no power as efficacious and as penetrative as the power of love. SW_v05#10 p.154 Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; War and peace - -
ABU3349 30 The duty of educated men, especially university presidents of the nation, is this: To teach in the universities and schools ideas concerning universal peace, so that the student may be so molded that in after years he may help carry to fruition the most useful and human issue of mankind. SW_v15#01 p.037, SW_v16#07 p.600 Education of children; moral education; High station of learning; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace - -
ABU3361 30 You can best serve your country if you strive, in your capacity as a citizen of the world, to assist in the eventual application of the principle of federalism underlying the government of your own country to the relationships now existing between the peoples and nations of the world ADJ.088x, WOB.037x, VLAB.100 Means of establishment of future civilization; Nationalism; love of country; Unity of governments; political unity; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3362 30 Bahá'í Scriptures But where thousands are considering these questions, we have more essential questions. The secrets of the whole economic question are divine in nature, and are concerned with the world of the heart and spirit. In the Bahá'í teaching this is most completely explained BSC.446.12 #812x, SW_v13#09 p.231 Elections; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness - -
ABU3363 30 I seemed to be standing within a great mosque, in the inmost shrine, facing the Qiblih, in the place of the Imam himself GPB.310x, PAB.002 Accounts of dreams and visions; Islamic rituals; holy days; practices; etc.; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3419 30 One is to forfeit possessions, to forfeit estates... One is to forsake relatives, station, et cetera, et cetera... Each one of these is a distinct insanity PN_unsorted p073 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Evanescence and eternality; fana and baqa; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3425 30 I have trained Zeenat Khanum, and having confidence in her, therefore, I sent her to America SW_v05#04 p.058 Exhortations and counsels; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3427 30 riches earned by personal effort with divine assistance, in various trades, agriculture and the arts, and rightly administered SW_v07#15 p.145 Agriculture; Conduct in finance and business; Promotion of commerce and industry; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Work as worship - -
ABU3449 30 A heavy chain was placed about His neck by which He was chained to five other Babis GPB.072x Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal ; Suffering and imprisonment - -
BB00588 30 Arabic و ان الیوم بالاجماع وصی رسول الله محمد الغائب المنتظر و القائم المقتدر المنتصر Verily, today, by consensus, the Messenger of God designated the Hidden Awaited One and the Mighty, Victorious Qa'im whom God must manifest so that he may fill the earth with justice after it had been filled with oppression and injustice ASAT4.527x KSHK.BWB - -
BB00630 30 Arabic Selections from the Writings of the Báb; Bahá'í Prayers اللهم انک انت مفرج کل هم و منفس کل کرب و مذهب کل غم و مخلص کل عبد و منقذ O Lord! Thou art the Remover of every anguish and the Dispeller of every affliction SWBP#51 (p.137-137(b)x) SWB#52 (p.193-193(b)), BPRY.227-228 S. Toloui-Wallace, unknown, E. Mahony, Omid & Ariella, K. Porray Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Prayer for tests and difficulties - -
BB00674 30 Arabic بسم الله الرحمن الرحیم. اکتب شعر الاول یوم الخمیس علی حریرات الخضراء مع عشر علیات و اجعله عندک ثم اکتب شعر الثانی Write thou the first verse on Thursday upon green silk with ten exalted lines, and keep it with thee, then write thou the second verse [3.5s] INBA_6007C.494-494b - -
BB00675 30 Arabic بسم الله الرحمن الرحیم. وصلیت فی الثانی علی خیر خلقه محمد من زاح الضلالة و العلت And secondly, I invoke blessings upon the noblest of His creation, Muhammad, who dispelled error and affliction [3.5s] INBA_6007C.494-494a - -
BH11373 30 Persian از جمله در سورهٴ مبارکهٴ هیکل که بعض آن از ارض سر بعراق رفته و بعضی اجزاء بعد از ورود سجن اعظم ارسال شده ملاحظه فرمايند Consider thou, for instance, the blessed Surih of the Temple, of which certain portions were revealed in Iraq and some parts subsequent to arrival in the Most Great Prison [3.5s] ASAT5.277.11x Banishment to; life in 'Akka - -
BH11374 30 Arabic اشکر الله بما فاز عملک بعز قبوله و تضوع منه عرف رضائه Give thanks unto God, for thy deed hath attained unto the glory of His acceptance, and from it hath been wafted the fragrance of His good-pleasure [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.086h, - -
BH11376 30 Arabic الهی الهی اسئلک باسمک العطوف بان تبسط لمن صعد الیک بساط الرحمة و الغفران O my God, my God! I beseech Thee by Thy Name, the All-Compassionate, to spread out for him who hath ascended unto Thee the carpet of mercy and forgiveness [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.076e, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for the departed - -
BH11377 30 mixed الهی الهی لک الحمد بما هدیتنی الی مظهر نفسک و مشرق وحیک و مطلع آیاتک O my God, my God! All praise be unto Thee for having guided me unto the Manifestation of Thine Own Self, the Dayspring of Thy Revelation, and the Source of Thy Signs [3.5s] ADM3#117 p.136x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Call to action; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11378 30 Persian امروز عالم بانوار اسم اعظم منور طوبی از برای نفسیکه بکلمة الله فائز شد و ذکرش In this day the world is illumined with the lights of the Most Great Name. Blessed is the soul that hath attained unto the Word of God and His remembrance [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.091l, - -
BH11379 30 mixed امروز علم نصر الهی ندا مینماید و همچنین رایت عز صمدانی ولکن جنود تحت این رایت In this day the banner of divine triumph doth call out, and likewise the standard of the glory of the Self-Subsisting God, yet the hosts beneath this standard [3.5s] AVK3.463.12x Call to action; Chastisement and requital; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11380 30 Arabic ان لا تعتنوا الذین یدعون العلم فی انفسهم و لا یخافنکم کبر عمائمهم Pay no heed to those who claim knowledge unto themselves, nor let the grandeur of their turbans inspire you with fear [3.5s] ASAT5.226x Rejection, opposition and persecution; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God - -
BH11381 30 Arabic ان یا اسمی الغفار ان اشکر ربک الغفار و انه باسمه الغفار غفر ذنوب العالمین و O My Name, the All-Forgiving! Render thanks unto thy Lord, the All-Forgiving, Who, through His Name, the All-Forgiving, hath forgiven the sins of all the worlds [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.144a, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11382 30 Arabic ان یا اسمی فبعزی و عظمتی و کبریائی حین الذی اکون ناظرا الیک لا اری ذا خطاء O My Name! By My might, My grandeur and My majesty, in that moment when I gaze upon thee, I behold no fault [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.144b, Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Justice and wrath of God; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity - -
BH11384 30 mixed ای جواد این سنه شداد است للعباد سنه قضاست لاجلنا ان ورد علینا فانا خیر راض و O Javád! This is a year of grievous trials for the servants, a year of destiny ordained for Us. Should it come upon Us, verily We are well-content [3.5s] ASAT4.193x Law of Huququ'llah; Rejection by the people of the Bayan; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
BH11385 30 Persian ای دوست مقام انسان از بیان ظاهر و آشکار سخن در انجمن عالم آیه یزدانست و آفتاب O friend! The station of man is made manifest through utterance, and speech in the assemblage of the world is a sign of God and as the sun [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.089g, - -
BH11386 30 Persian ای دوست نیر فضل تجلی نمود عقل پدیدار شد و از او عدل ظاهر و هویدا و از این O friend! The Luminary of grace hath shed its radiance, reason hath been made manifest, and from it justice hath become apparent and evident, and from this [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.089h, - -
BH11387 30 mixed ای دوستان از شوکت علمای جاهل خائف مشوید این ارض و آنچه در او موجود است O friends! Be not afraid of the pomp of the ignorant divines. This earth and whatsoever existeth therein [3.5s] ASAT4.374-375x Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Power of prayer; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11388 30 Persian ای دوستان در این ربیع روحانی خود را از فیوضات رحمانی محروم ننمائید اوست O friends! In this spiritual springtime, deprive not yourselves of the outpourings of the All-Merciful [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.091j, - -
BH11390 30 Persian ای سمع اکوان بشنو ندای رب رحمن را که از شطر احزان مرتفع است که شاید بشنیدن O Hearing Ear of creation! Hearken unto the Call of the Lord, the All-Merciful, which ascendeth from the realm of sorrows, that perchance thou mayest hear [3.5s] INBA38:074b Call to action; The power of words; of speech; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11391 30 mixed ای کنیز من تو از سجیه جمال احدیه مطلع شدی و از تقدیس ذات قدم باخبر اخبار کن O My handmaiden! Thou hast become aware of the nature of the Divine Beauty and art informed of the sanctity of the Ancient Being. Convey thou these tidings [3.5s] INBA38:129b Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11393 30 Arabic ایاکم ان تنسوا الادب لان المرء یعرف بادابه لا بامواله ان افتخروا بعلمکم و Beware lest ye forget courtesy, for a person is known by their conduct and not by their wealth. Take pride in your knowledge and [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.158g, Excellence; distinction; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Knowledge of self; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11394 30 Persian این ذکری است از سدره حب که بر ساحت دل نازل است و ناری است از مکمن قرب که در طور This is a remembrance from the Lote-Tree of Love that hath descended upon the plain of the heart, and a fire from the sanctuary of nearness that blazeth upon the Mount [3.5s] ASAT1.019x Love as fire; Mystical themes; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11395 30 Persian این عبد از اهل علم نبوده و بلاد بعید نرفته و بحسب ظاهر در بیت یکی از رجال دولت متولد شد و باو منسوب This servant was not among the learned, nor did He journey to distant lands. According to outward appearances, He was born in the house of one of the nobles of the state and was related unto him [3.5s] AVK2.354.14x Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Baha'u'llah; Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal ; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Lack of formal education of the Manifestation of God - -
BH11397 30 mixed بعضی بمیقات معین باید از بلده مبارکه خارج شوند ح شهری ع اطول و بعضی هم باید Some, at the appointed time, must needs depart from the Blessed City for a month, a year, or longer, whilst others must [3.5s] INBA71:119a - -
BH11398 30 Arabic تلک آیات الکتاب نزلت بالحق من جبروت الله العلی العظیم ... و اصدق ما عندکم من سنن الل These are the verses of the Book, sent down in truth from the dominion of God, the Most High, the Most Great... and the most trustworthy of what ye possess of God's ordinances [3.5s] ASAT4.182x Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11399 30 Persian حسب الامر آنکه قبل از تفصیل نصاب اشیاء بما نزل فی الفرقان عمل نمایند یعنی آنچه بر او زکوة تعلق میگیرد بقسمی که در فرقان نازل شده عمل کنند According to the Command, prior to the elaboration of prescribed portions, they must act in accordance with what hath been revealed in the Qur'an—that is, regarding whatsoever is subject to the Zakát, let them act as hath been revealed in the Qur'an [3.5s] AVK4.238.01x Islamic rituals; holy days; practices; etc.; Laws of God; of the Kitab-i-Aqdas - -
BH11400 30 Persian حمد خدا را که صنم وهم را بقدرت خلیل شکستی و حجاب مانعه را دریدی اینست آن Praise be to God, Who hath, through the power of the Friend, shattered the idol of vain imaginings and rent asunder the intervening veils. This is that [3.5s] INBA38:073b Abraham; Isaac; Ishmael; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11401 30 Persian حمد کن مقصود عالمرا فضلش بمقامیست که ترا در سجن اعظم ذکر نموده ان Render praise unto the Desired One of the world, Whose bounty hath attained such heights that He hath made mention of thee in the Most Great Prison [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.091k, - -
BH11402 30 Persian خرد سرور عالم و سید اممست اوست معلم اول در دبستان وجود راه نماید و طالبانرا Wisdom is the lord of the world and master of nations; it is the first teacher in the school of existence, guiding the seekers [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.090c, Being a source of light; guidance; High station of learning - -
BH11403 30 mixed در ایامیکه رؤسای بیان چادر نسوانرا بجان میخریدند تا خود را از دشمنان مستور دارند In the days when the chiefs of the Bayán would eagerly purchase women's veils that they might conceal themselves from their enemies [3.5s] MAS8.036cx Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Rejection by the people of the Bayan; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
BH11404 30 Arabic سبحانک اللهم یا الهی قدر بقدرتک لاحبتک ما قدرته لاصفیائک الذین ما نقضول عهدک Glorified art Thou, O my God! Ordain, through Thy power, for Thy loved ones what Thou hast destined for Thy chosen ones who have not broken Thy Covenant [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.191b, - -
BH11405 30 Arabic سبحانک یا مالک الوجود و سلطان الملوک و راحم المملوک هذا مملوک توجه الی بابک Glory be unto Thee, O Lord of existence and Sovereign of kings, the Merciful unto them that are in bondage! This servant hath turned toward Thy gate [3.5s] HDQI.000, KHSH06.iii, MHA.000iii Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
BH11406 30 Arabic شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو المهیمن القیوم قد حضرت لدی الباب و سمعت الندآء من God testifieth that there is none other God but Him, the All-Dominating, the Self-Subsisting. I have presented myself before the Gate and hearkened unto the Call from [3.5s] INBA23:148 Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11407 30 Arabic شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو و انا هو و هو البهاء فی هذا الطراز العلی العظیم God beareth witness that there is no God but Him, and verily I am He, and He is the Glory in this exalted and mighty station [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.079d, Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity - -
BH11408 30 Arabic شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو یوتی من یشاء ما اراد انه لهو العزیز الوهاب یا افنانی لا تحزنوا God testifieth that there is none other God but Him. He bestoweth upon whomsoever He willeth that which He hath purposed. He is, verily, the Mighty, the All-Bountiful. O My Afnán, grieve not [3.5s] INBA84:178b, INBA84:106b.15, INBA84:047b.06 Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11410 30 Arabic شهد قلمی الاعلی بانک شربت رحیق العرفان من ایادی ربک الرحمن My Most Exalted Pen beareth witness that thou hast quaffed the choice wine of divine knowledge from the hands of thy Lord, the All-Merciful [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.070e, Knowledge; recognition of God; Praise and encouragement; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
BH11411 30 Persian صمدیه در ظل مالک بریه محفوظ باشی باحسن الحان بذکر رحمان ناطق و بابدع حظ Mayest thou abide secure beneath the shelter of the Lord of all creation, uttering the remembrance of the All-Merciful with sweetest melodies and with transcendent joy [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.134c, - -
BH11412 30 Arabic طوبی لک بما قصدت المقصد الاقصی الی ان بلغت الغایه القصوی و سمعت الندآء Blessed art thou for having sought the Most Great Objective until thou didst attain the Ultimate Goal and hearken unto the Call [3.5s] INBA18:324a Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11413 30 Arabic عالم من یمنعه علمه عن کل ما یکرهه رضائی و رضائه و البالغ من بلغ الی مطلع The learned one is he whose knowledge withholdeth him from whatsoever is repugnant unto My good-pleasure and his good-pleasure, and he who hath attained unto the Dawning-Place [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.158b, Knowledge; recognition of God; Spiritual foundations of true knowledge; Two kinds of knowledge [ilm and irfan]; sight and insight - -
BH11414 30 Persian عرض میشود خدمت آقا دائی خان انشاءالله همیشه کوثر محبت الهی را از ید ساقی روحانی It is humbly submitted to the presence of Áqá Dá'í Khán, that thou mayest ever partake of the heavenly Kawthar of Divine love from the hand of the spiritual Cup-bearer [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.189g, - -
BH11415 30 Arabic فسبحان الذی رفع هذا السماء بغیر عمد و دحی الارض علی الما و سخر الاریاح و صرف Glorified be He Who hath raised up this heaven without pillars, and spread forth the earth upon the waters, and subjected the winds and caused them to flow [3.5s] ASAT4.440x Chastisement and requital; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise and encouragement; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Proclamation to people of the Bayan; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11416 30 mixed فضل حق را کرانی نه و عنایتش را انتهائی نه از برای دوستان بعد از قطع اسباب قرب The grace of God hath no bound, and His bounties no end, extending unto His loved ones even after all ties are severed [3.5s] MAS8.110dx Business; financial; property matters; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Prayer for prosperity; Suffering and imprisonment - -
BH11418 30 Arabic قد ارسلنا الیک روحا من عندنا و هی کلمتی العلیا التی بها صاح الناقوس و تشهق We have verily sent unto thee a Spirit from Our presence, and it is My Most Exalted Word, whereby the Bell hath pealed and wailed [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.070d, Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11419 30 Arabic قد انار افق العالم بالنیر الاعظم و نطقت الاشیاء قد اتی المالک الملک لله العزیز الودود The horizon of the world hath been illumined by the Most Great Light, and all things have proclaimed: "The Sovereign of all sovereignty hath come! The Kingdom is God's, the Mighty, the All-Loving!" [3.5s] INBA23:104, BLIB_Or15696.090j, BRL_DA#330, BSHI.025 Divine attributes are within all things; every atom; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Proclamation to the people of the world - -
BH11420 30 Arabic قد سمعنا ذکرک ذکرناک بهذا اللوح البدیع و نوصیک بالاستقامه الکبری علی هذا الامر We have heard thy mention and have remembered thee in this wondrous Tablet, and counsel thee to manifest supreme steadfastness in this Cause [3.5s] BLIB_Or15715.255a, Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise and encouragement; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
BH11421 30 Arabic قد شهد قلمی الاعلی بما شهد به لسان الابهی فی الجنة العلیا المقام الذی جعله الله مطاف The Supreme Pen hath testified to that which the Most Glorious Tongue hath witnessed in the Most Exalted Paradise—the Station which God hath made the point of circumambulation [3.5s] BLIB_Or15715.116f, Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11422 30 Arabic قد شهدت بما شهد الله انه لا اله الا هو المهیمن القیوم هذه شهاده تکون معک He hath testified to that which God Himself hath testified: that there is none other God but Him, the All-Subduing, the Self-Subsisting. This is a testimony that shall remain with thee [3.5s] INBA84:176c, INBA84:104c, INBA84:045a.04 Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise and encouragement; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11423 30 Arabic قد نطق لسان الوحی انه لا اله الا هو الواحد المختار سوف یرتفع اعلام النصر و The Tongue of Revelation hath proclaimed: He is, verily, the One God besides Whom there is none other, the Single, the Chosen One. Erelong shall the banners of victory be raised [3.5s] INBA84:179a, INBA84:107a, INBA84:047c.07 Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Predictions and prophecies; Rendering assistance to God; victory [nusrat] - -
BH11425 30 Arabic قل تالله قد فتح الباب الاعظم علی وجه الامم باسم مالک القدم ان ادخلوا Say: By God! The Most Great Gate hath been opened before the faces of the nations in the Name of the Lord of Eternity. Enter ye [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.070f, Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Proclamation to the people of the world - -
BH11426 30 Arabic کتاب انزلناه بالحق لمن اقبل الی الفرد الخبیر یا ایها المقبل انک اردت اللقاء This is a Book We have sent down in truth for whoso hath turned towards the One, the All-Informed. O thou who hast turned thy face, verily thou hast yearned for the meeting [3.5s] INBA19:176a, INBA32:160a Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BH11427 30 Arabic کتاب نطق بالحق لو انتم تعرفون انه نزل من لدی الله المهیمن القیوم یبشر بما The Book proclaimeth the truth, would that ye but knew, that it hath been sent down from the presence of God, the All-Compelling, the Self-Subsisting, and beareth tidings of [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.092d, Purpose; goal of creation - -
BH11428 30 Persian کلمه الهی محیی ابدانست و مبعث روان پس بشنوید کلمه بدیعه محکمه اش را تا از The Divine Word is the quickener of bodies and the awakener of souls. Hearken ye, therefore, unto His wondrous and firmly-established Word, that ye may [3.5s] INBA38:074a Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The power of words; of speech; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Word of God and human limitations - -
BH11429 30 Arabic م ی ل ان قد نزل عن جهة العرش للذی سمی بابراهیم That which hath descended from the direction of the Throne unto him who hath been named Ibrahim [3.5s] ASAT5.183x The power of words; of speech; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11430 30 Persian محبوب میفرماید که الیوم احدی بعرفان الله فائز نمی شود مگر بانقطاع از آنچه در The Beloved declareth: None shall attain in this Day unto the recognition of God save through detachment from all that [3.5s] INBA38:072c Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Knowledge; recognition of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
BH11431 30 Persian معین مظلومین مظهر عدل الهی بوده و هست چشم عالم باو روشن و منیر حشمت و شوکت The Helper of the oppressed hath been and shall ever be the Manifestation of Divine Justice. Through Him is the eye of the world illumined and radiant with majesty and glory [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.154b, - -
BH11432 30 Arabic هذا ما وعدناک من قبل حین اصبر حتی This is what We promised thee aforetime when We bade thee wait with patience [3.5s] MAS4.175bx He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Meanings of letters and numbers; jafr (gematria); Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Predictions and prophecies - -
BH11433 30 mixed ورقاء ازلی و ورقه صمدی در جلوه و سرور در یمین طور بایات نور مذکورند فیا روحا O immortal Dove and celestial Leaf! In splendor and joy ye are mentioned in verses of light at the right hand of the Mount. O spirit [3.5s] INBA36:313d Knowledge; recognition of God; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Mystical themes; Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God - -
BH11434 30 Arabic یا الف قبل سین اسمع ندآء الله الاعلی انه ارتفع من شطر عکاء و ذکر الذین نبذوا O Alif that precedeth Sín! Hearken unto the Call of God, the Most Exalted. Verily it hath been raised from the precincts of 'Akká, making mention of them that cast aside [3.5s] BLIB_Or15695.253, Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience - -
BH11435 30 Arabic یا الهی اذا انظر الی نسبتی الیک احب بان اقول فی کل شیء بانی انا الله و اذا When I contemplate, O my God, the relationship that bindeth me to Thee KHSH06.iv, CRB.048x, FBAH.000i WOB.113x Humility; meekness; lowliness; Knowledge of self; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Transcendence; unknowability of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God - -
BH11436 30 Arabic یا الهی عبدک اراد ان تجعله ثابتا مستقیما علی امرک اثبته بقدرتک ثم اکتب له O my God! Thy servant desireth that Thou make him firm and steadfast in Thy Cause. Make him steadfast through Thy power and ordain for him [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.074c, - -
BH11437 30 Arabic یا اهل الفردوس الاعلی علیکم ذکر الله و ثنائه و فضله و الطافه و سلامه و O ye dwellers in the Most Exalted Paradise! Upon you rest the remembrance of God, His praise, His bounty, His tender mercies, and His peace [3.5s] INBA65:093a, BLIB_Or15696.139b, , BLIB_Or15714.129a, BRL_DA#579, AVK4.072.11 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11438 30 Arabic یا حرف الجیم ان استمع ما تنطق به کلمه الله فی السجن O Letter Jim! Hearken unto that which the Word of God doth speak from within the prison [3.5s] ASAT3.003x Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Transcending the material condition; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness - -
BH11439 30 Arabic یا حسین علیک بهائی یذکرک المظلوم و یعزیک فیما ورد علیک لعمر الله انا معک و انا O Husayn! Upon thee be My glory! The Wronged One maketh mention of thee and consoleth thee in that which hath befallen thee. By the life of God, verily I am with thee [3.5s] INBA18:039, BLIB_Or15696.084e, Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11440 30 Arabic یا حفیف سدره المنتهی علیک بهاء الله مولی الوری و رب العرش و الثری و یا نفحه O rustling of the Divine Lote-Tree! Upon thee be the Glory of God, the Lord of all mankind, and the Sovereign of the throne and of the dust, and O gentle breeze [3.5s] INBA65:094b, BLIB_Or15696.139e, , BLIB_Or15714.130b, Praise and encouragement - -
BH11441 30 Arabic یا عبدالله قد شهد القلم الاعلی باقبالک و توجهک الی الوجه علیک بهاء الله و O 'Abdu'lláh! The Most Exalted Pen hath indeed borne witness to thy recognition and thy turning unto His Countenance. Upon thee be the glory of God [3.5s] INBA65:094a, BLIB_Or15696.139d, , BLIB_Or15714.130a, Praise and encouragement - -
BH11442 30 mixed یا عبدالله لله الحمد ذکرت از قلم اعلی جاری و در ساحت امنع اقدس مذکور خذ کاس O servant of God! Praise be unto God - thou hast been mentioned by the Most Exalted Pen and remembered in the Most Holy and Most Sacred Court. Take thou the chalice [3.5s] AYBY.111d Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
BH11443 30 Arabic یا غصن اکبر انشاءالله امور بر اصلاحست امروز بیائید چهار لوح باید بنویسید البته زود O Greater Branch! God willing, matters are proceeding towards rectification. Come today, for four Tablets must needs be written with all dispatch [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.099b, - -
BH11444 30 Arabic یا مالک الکلمه و ملیک البریه اسئلک بالاحدیه التی جعلتها قمیص هیکلک و بالهویه O Lord of the Word and King of creation! I beseech Thee by the oneness which Thou hast made the vesture of Thy Temple, and by Thy divine Essence [3.5s] BLIB_Or15696.081d, - -
BH11445 30 Persian یا محمد جعفر انشاءالله بعنایت الهی فائز باشی حق جل جلاله عباد خود را در کتب و صحف و زبر نصیحت فرمود O Muhammad-Ja'far! May thou be favored through divine bounties. The True One, exalted be His glory, hath counseled His servants in the Books, the Scriptures and the Psalms [3.5s] ASAT3.208x Exhortations and counsels; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11446 30 Arabic یا محمد حسین قد ذکرک اخوک ذکرناک بایات کانت عله ظهور البصر فی البشر و السبب O Muhammad-Husayn! Thy brother hath made mention of thee, wherefore have We remembered thee with verses that are the cause of vision's dawning in the eyes of humankind [3.5s] BLIB_Or15712.115a, The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
BH11447 30 Arabic یا من اشتاق الاحبا للقاک و یذکر ذکرک فی کل حین عند محشر المخلصین فاشکر الله O thou who longest for the meeting with the loved ones, and whose remembrance is ever on the tongues in the gathering-place of the sincere ones, render thanks unto God [3.5s] INBA23:202a Praise and encouragement; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
BH11448 30 Arabic یا نصرالله قد حضر اسمک لدی المظلوم و ذکرک بما یثبت به فی دفتر اعمالک اجر O Nasru'llah! Thy name hath attained unto the presence of the Wronged One, and He hath made mention of thee in such wise as shall cause to be inscribed in the book of thy deeds a reward [3.5s] BLIB_Or15712.115b, Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement - -
BH11449 30 Arabic یا نفحات الارض و اسرارها و اوراق السدره و اثمارها طوبی لکن قد اتخذتن لانفسکن O Breezes of the earth and its mysteries, O Leaves of the Lote-Tree and its fruits! Blessed are ye, for ye have chosen for yourselves [3.5s] INBA65:097a, BLIB_Or15696.139j, , BLIB_Or15714.131b, BRL_DA#575 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Manifestation of God as tree of life; sadratu'l-muntaha; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
BH11450 30 Arabic یا یدالله قالت الیهود ید الله مغلوله قل لا و نفسه الحق انه یفعل ما یشاء و O Hand of God! The Jews have said: "The Hand of God is fettered." Say: Nay, by His very Self! He doeth whatsoever He willeth [3.5s] INBA18:112a Absolute freedom; independence of God; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11451 30 ...Peruse ye every day the verses revealed by God. Blessed is the man who reciteth them and reflecteth upon them. He truly is of them with whom it shall be well COC#0363x Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Prayers (general or uncategorized); Thankfulness; gratitude; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11452 30 The revelation of which I am the bearer is adapted to humanity's spiritual receptiveness and capacity WOB.060x Development of capacity and readiness; Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Power of the Manifestation of God - -
BH11453 30 The heavens of thy mercy and the oceans of thy bounty are so vast that thou hast never disappointed those who begged of thee nor refused those who willed to come to thee! SW_v08#04 p.048 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11454 30 After a time all the governments on earth will change. Oppression will envelop the world. And following a universal convulsion PDC.191x Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion - -
BH11455 30 He that partaketh of the waters of My Revelation will taste all the incorruptible WOB.107x Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Living waters; water of life; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BH11456 30 O people of the earth! Make not the religion of God a cause of variance among you. Verily of a truth, it was revealed for the unifying of the whole world. SW_v10#05 p.091 Oneness; unity of religion; Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social); Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Religion as source of love and unity; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity of thought and belief; Universal peace; world unity - -
BH11457 30 I swear by My life! Nothing save that which profiteth them can befall My loved ones. ADJ.082x Consolation and comfort; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
BH11458 30 The face of the world hath altered. The way of God and the religion of God have ceased to be of any worth in the eyes of men PDC.184x Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion - -
BH11459 30 All the saplings of the world have appeared from one Tree, and all the drops from one Ocean, and all beings owe their existence to one Being PDC.187x Creation of the world; Interconnectedness; all things involved in all things; chain of being; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; Unity of existence [wahdatu'l-wujud] - -
BH11460 30 God, singly and alone, abideth in His Own Place, which is holy above space and time, mention and utterance, sign, description and definition, height and depth. SW_v02#05 p.015 Absolute freedom; independence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
BH11461 30 The Lote-Tree beyond Which there is no passing crieth out, by reason of the cruelty of the divines. It shouteth aloud, and bewaileth itself. PDC.141x Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Manifestation of God as tree of life; sadratu'l-muntaha; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BH11462 30 The consuls of that city (Adrianople) gathered in the presence of this Youth at the hour of His departure and expressed their desire to aid Him. They, verily, evinced towards Us manifest affection. GPB.180x Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Banishment to; life in Adrianople - -
BH11463 30 So loud hath been the voice of My lamentation that every mother mourning for her child would be amazed, and would still her weeping and her grief GPB.118x Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness - -
BH11464 30 It would be more acceptable in My sight for a person to harm one of My own sons or relatives rather than inflict injury upon any soul GPB.134x Murder; causing physical harm; Saddening another soul - -
BH11911 30 This honor and benevolence hath been bestowed upon the ukht [sister] and her descendants, from her Lord, the Merciful. He is the Munificent and the Compassionate, and He is the Generous and the Bounteous AFNAN.172 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God - -
BHU0053 30 Whatever action the ministers of the Sultan took against Us, after having become acquainted with its contents, cannot be regarded as unjustifiable. The acts they committed before its perusal, however, can have no justification GPB.160x Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BHU0054 30 Siyyid Isma'il was possessed of such power and might that were he to be confronted GPB.136x Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
BHU0055 30 God is My witness that I have never seen the book you refer to. I regard, however, through the power of God, ... whatever you wish me to do as easy of accomplishment GPB.122x Power of faith; power of the spirit - -
BHU0056 30 These tents may be likened to the trappings of this world, which no sooner are they spread out than the time cometh for them to be rolled up GPB.147x Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
BHU0057 30 The traditions (hadith) which are passed down in Islam have been the cause of ruin for many homes, sources of disunity and division, and of suffering and calamities. STOB.051 #059 Corruption and decline of Islam; of the Shi'ih; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation - -
BHU0058 30 Let your acts be a guide unto all mankind, that from your behaviour and conduct they may be enabled to recognize the signs and commandments of God. STOB.056 #067 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Goodly deeds; actions; The power of example; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3296 Answer to questions, Dublin, 1912-08-08 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary جمیع حقایق و ارواح باقیست حتی ارواح غیر مومنین و نفوس ناقصه اما نسبت بارواح All realities and spirits are immortal, even the spirits of non-believers and imperfect persons. BQA.080-081, BDA1.182.16 SW_v19#12 p.378, MHMD1.198 Existence; immortality of the human soul; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11316 Cablegram 30 Eng Verily the eyes have shed tears and the hearts have burned because of this great affliction. SW_v04#19 p.315 Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness - -
AB11319 Cablegram 30 Persian از خبر صعود سمندر محزون منتجین ایشانرا تسلیت گواید ورقا در اول بهار بیایند The news of Samandar's ascension hath brought sorrow to his collaborators. Convey unto them heartfelt condolences. Varqá shall arrive at the onset of spring [3.5s] AVK4.298bx - -
AB11317 Cablegram dated 1912-11-09 30 Eng We will arrive in New York Monday Night. The time for sail is not yet set. You and friends have permission to come to New York. Abbas. MAX.285a Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha - -
AB11314 Cablegram dated 1913-08-17 30 Eng IF POSSIBLE LEAVE IMMEDIATELY FOR PORT SAID. WISH SEND THEE INDIA FOR SERVICE. DAS.1913-08-17, ABIE.202, BLO_PN#007 Personal instructions - -
AB11315 Cablegram dated 1914-01-22 30 Eng Verily in this most great calamity the eyes wept tears and the hearts burned. Perfect resignation is incumbent upon you in this supreme hour of stupendous trial. DAS.1914-01-22 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3416 Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 30 Trust in God. Be kind to thy fellow-men, fill the world with the spirit of love. DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014, PN_1914 p005 Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; High station of the true believer; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
BB00631 Kitab al-Hayakil 30 Arabic الله اعظم بسم الله الامنع الاقدس. سبحان الذی فی قبضته ملکوت [ملک] السموات و الارض و ما بینهما فلتقدس الله یومئذ فی دین الحق نصرا عظیما God is Most Great! In the name of God, the Inaccessible, the Most Holy. Praise be Him in Whose grasp is the kingdom of the heavens and the earth and whatever lieth between them BLIB_Or6679, KSHK.BWB Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
BH11383 Lawh-i-Zaynu'l-Muqarrabin(?) 30 Arabic ان یا زین المقربین فاعلم بان کل ما سمعت فی هذالامر قد ظهر بامری العزیز المقتدر O Zaynu'l-Muqarrabin! Know thou that whatsoever thou hast heard concerning this Cause hath appeared through My mighty and powerful Command [3.5s] ASAT4.091x, ASAT4.530x Chastisement and requital; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; High station of the true believer; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Rejection by the people of the Bayan; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
BB00629 Li’l-Anis 30 Persian الله خیر مونس و انیس تکبیر بثمره ازلیه رسانیده و آنچه در هر حال سزاوار است بعون الله و قوته بوده باشید بقعه شاه عبدالعظیم ارض نیکو است بواسطه قرب وحید و حفیظ والله خیرالحافظین God, the Best Friend and Companion, is Great. He has come with an eternal fruit PR03.085v22-085v24, CMB_F23.177r01-177r03 (61), KSHK.BWB Consolation and comfort; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - - JRAS.481?, MSBR.206-207
ABU3406 Public address given on 1912-05-14 30 Mahmúd's Diary ...It is the Holy Spirit of God which insures the safety of humanity, for human thoughts differ, human susceptibilities differ. You cannot make the susceptibilities of all humanity one except through the common channel of the Holy Spirit. VLAB.060-061x Differences in human capacity; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity in diversity - - MHMD1.101
ABU3318 Public address given on 1912-08-08 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر چه تربیت ظاهری بیشتر شود مسابقهٴ در تعدیات زیادتر می شود اما تربیت روحانی سبب مسابقهٴ در اعمال خیریه و کمالات انسانیه است امیدواریم که ازین تعدیات کاسته و روز بروز بر کمالات روحانیه افزوده شود The more material education advances, the more competitive is the race in aggression and injustice. But spiritual education is the cause of competition in praiseworthy actions BDA1.183.06 SW_v19#12 p.379, MHMD1.199 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Goodly deeds; actions; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization - -
BH11409 Seal of Baha’u’llah #09 30 Arabic شهد الله لنفسه بنفسه باننی انا حی فی الافق الابهی و اذا ینطق فی هذا الافق فی کلشیئ بانی Verily, God testified of Himself through His self that I am living in the most glorious horizon. Whereupon I announce to all things that verily I am God INBA51:532a KHSH04.016, ASAT3.169x, AMIN.017#4 KSHK#19 Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
ABU3742 Words directed at Mirza Muhammad 'Ali 30 unknown نه تو آن عمر هستی که امر باین عظمت را بلند کنی و نه من آن علی هستم که از دست تو در نخلستان گریه کنم Inform my brother that I am not `Alí, nor is he `Umar. I am much greater than `Alí and he is much lesser than `Umar. KNSA.134 (235) MNYA.180, AFNAN.083, RKS.038 Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3455 Words recorded by Mrs Goodall in Oct 1910 30 The meaning is this -- For instance, take this teapot. It, in its beauty, is of itself in appearance. It is the last of its kind. PN_1912 p015 Seal of the Prophets; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3317 Words spoken at 309 W 78th St in New York, 1912-07-11 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر چند نسآء با رجال در استعداد قواء شریکند ولی شبهه نیست که رجال اقدمند و اقوی حتی در حیوانات مانند کبوتران Although women are equal to men in abilities and capacities, there is no doubt that men are bolder and physically more powerful BDA1.153.07 SW_v19#10 p.309, MHMD1.166 - -
ABU3402 Words spoken at Baltimore Hotel in Paris, 1913-05-08 30 I am always thinking how to carry the loads of others and not to put my own load on their shoulders. The Blessed Perfection has taught me this. We must prove this through deed and not by mere word. DAS.1913-05-08, ABCC.391x Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Words vs deeds - -
ABU3285 Words spoken at German hostel in Tiberias, 1916-08-28 30 Persian اینها قلبشان از رحمت الهی مأیوس است لابدند که خود را به یک چیزی تسلی دهند، اینست که به فسق و فجور مشغول می شوند These souls, whose hearts are bereft of divine mercy, have no recourse but to console themselves through some means; thus do they engage in deeds of wickedness and transgression [3.5s] ZSM.1916-08-28 Humor; jokes; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3316 Words spoken at Hearst estate in Pleasanton, 1912-10-13 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر امر عمومی الهی است و هر امر خصوصی بشری لهذا خدمات و زحمات نفوس اگر مفید بحال عموم Every universal matter is from God; and limitations are from man. BDA1.309.07 MHMD1.326 Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; The ephemeral and the eternal; Universality of the Cause; Word of God and human limitations - -
ABU3291 Words spoken at Hearst estate in Pleasanton, 1912-10-14 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary ترانا یا الهی مجتمعین علی هذه المائدة شاکرین لنعمتک ناظرین الی ملکوتک Thou seest us, O my God, gathered around this table, praising Thy bounty, with our gaze set upon Thy Kingdom. AVK4.070, MAS5.256, BDA1.310.01 MHMD1.327, ABCC.308 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer to be recited at table; Thankfulness; gratitude; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
ABU3346 Words spoken at Higher Thought center, 1911-11-01 30 Abdu'l-Bahá in London ...it matters not what name each calls himself -- The Great Work is One. Christ is ever in the world of existence AIL.040, BSTW#207c Christ; Christianity; Oneness; unity of religion; Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3274 Words spoken at home of Alexander Graham Bell in Washington, 1912-04-24 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary اکثر صنایع مهمه از همین راه اختراع شده مانند طالب کیمیا که سبب ظهور هزارها ادویه مفیده گشته Yes, most of the great inventions were made in a similar way. For instance, the search for alchemy has brought into being thousands of useful medicines and the desire of finding a direct route to India from Europe became the cause of the discovery of America BDA1.050.16 SW_v19#03 p.089, MHMD1.059 Alchemy; the elixir; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past - -
ABU3350 Words spoken at Hotel Ansonia in New York, 1912-04-18 30 Assuredly, give to the poor. If you give them only words, when they put their hands into their pockets after you have gone, they will find themselves none the richer for you! DJT.266, BLO_PN#027 Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Humor; jokes; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Words vs deeds - -
ABU3289 Words spoken at Hotel Marquardt in Stuttgart, 1913-04-04 30 I was most happy to see the believers of Germany so holy, so pure and so united DAS.1913-04-04, SW_v04#09 p.162 Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3275 Words spoken at Hotel Schenley in Pittsburgh, 1912-05-07 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary اگر مدخل امراض را بدانند و اعتدال عناصر را میزان گیرند در هر عنصری If one is fully cognizant of the reason for the incursion of disease and can determine the balance of elements BDA1.075.x SW_v19#05 p.141, MHMD1.084 Four elements; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Principle of balance; moderation; equilibrium - -
ABU3395 Words spoken at House of Abbud in Akka, 1913-12-12 30 I have been crying at the top of my voice all these years. Now I prefer to choose silence and listen to the melodies of the nightingales of the Paradise of Abha DAS.1913-12-12 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
ABU3383 Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-10 30 The best man is that person who cheers and gladdens the broken-hearted ones and the worst man is that soul who causes suffering and pain to one's heart. DAS.1914-05-10 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Compassion; kindness; Consolation and comfort; Saddening another soul; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3744 Words spoken at Rue St. Didier 30 in Paris, 1913-02-14 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 دیشب رئیس مجلس گفت حضرت بهآءاللّٰه اعظم مظاهر الهیّه است و ذکر عظمت امر اللّٰه را نمود The president of last night's gathering stated that Baha'u'llah was the greatest of God's Manfiestations… Yet, the inhabitants of Paris do not share the spirituality and zeal of the Americans, who are truly something else BDA2.138 MHMD2.171 Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Baha'u'llah; Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal ; Praise of Western values; culture - -
ABU3272 Words spoken at the Shrine of the Bab, 1913-12-06 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 ابداً جائز نیست سجود بجهتی جائز نیست سجود بنص کتاب الله مخصوص مقام اعلی Prostration, according to the explicit text of the Book of God, is confined to the Shrine of the Bab, the Shrine of Baha'u'llah and the Holy House. BDA2.373 MHMD2.500-501 Law of pilgrimage; Shrines and Holy places - -
ABU3299 Words spoken ca. 1904 30 Persian حقیقتش این است که خوردن حیوانی شایسته نیست اما انسان خود را بی جهت مبتلی کرده و عادی The truth is that it is not befitting for man to be carnivorous. However, man has accustomed himself to such a life KNSA.197-198 MNYA.274 Acting according to the exigencies of the day; pragmatism; Consumption of meat; vegetarianism; diet - -
ABU3444 Words spoken ca. 1911 in London 30 We should give our bodies a healthy, simple diet, just enough to keep them for good service--no more; to think too much of what we shall or shall not eat is making too much of the material. SAS.096 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Disregarding bodily comfort - -
ABU3379 Words spoken ca. 1912 in the United States 30 What does it matter if the skin of a man is black, white, yellow, pink, or green? In this respect the animals show more intelligence than man. DJT.284, BLO_PN#027 Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3371 Words spoken ca. 1913, from Mahmud's diary 30 Man's duty is to persevere and struggle, and to hope for God's help. Not for him to sit idly by, proud and unconcerned. BW_v13p1187 Effort; striving; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Piety; righteousness; fear of God [taqwa]; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
ABU3410 Words spoken ca. 1913, from Mahmud's diary 30 Severance is not poverty but freedom of the heart ... When a man's heart is free, and on fire with the love of God BW_v13p1187 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3451 Words spoken ca. 1915 in Abu Sinan 30 A few hundred years ago, Darzi, a tailor, came from Persia to Syria, where he established the Druze cult. 'Druze' is a corruption of the word 'Darzi. CHH.195, BLO_PN#022 - -
ABU3430 Words spoken ca. Aug. 1912 in Dublin, NH 30 The mature wisdom requires this. I must go everywhere and raise the call of the Kingdom. SW_v03#15 p.004 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Call to action; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Wisdom [hikmat] - -
ABU3298 Words spoken ca. Feb. 1920 30 Persian حالا اگر احبای الهی بهمان حدیث اول یعنی به یکی از الواح جمال قدم جل جلاله عامل باشند Now if the beloved ones of God would act in accordance with that first tradition, namely, one of the Tablets of the Ancient Beauty, may His glory be exalted [3.5s] KHMT.074-075 Exhortations and counsels - -
ABU3360 Words spoken ca. June. 1921 30 I ever pray on her behalf and beg from God His divine remedy and healing. As in this Dispensation consultation with expert doctors COC#1043x, SW_v12#07 p.134 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing - -
ABU3446 Words spoken in 'Akka to Aqa Muhammad Rahim 30 One day the Blesed Beauty observed: 'At this very moment the Tablet to the Czar of Russia is being read STOB.049 #056 Predictions and prophecies - -
ABU3438 Words spoken in 1910 30 The (Holy) Spirit is encompassing and surrounding all. It is holy. It is sanctified from attachment to a special place. It is present everywhere and at every time. It exists in all places, yet is placeless. SW_v08#08 p.098 God as immanent vs. transcendent reality; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
ABU3325 Words spoken in 1912 in the United States 30 In future a manufacturer will not be allowed to leave all his property to his own family. A law will be made something like this SW_v08#01 p.011 Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Law of inheritance; Wealth inequality and its moderation - -
ABU3434 Words spoken in Aug. 1913 in Ramleh 30 When in America I repeatedly said that no one must believe one word said by another regarding any commands SW_v11#14 p.243 Authentication; disposition of the Sacred Writings; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3355 Words spoken in Jul. 1912 in the United States 30 The point to which all eyes should turn is One. All eyes must turn their attention SW_v08#14 p.189, SW_v11#14 p.239 Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3394 Words spoken in Jun. 1906 30 Man should be intoxicated with the wine of Knowledge and drink from the Chalice of Wisdom. For this joy and exhilaration continues to Eternity. PN_1906 p070, SUR.274, BLO_PN#001 Alcohol and drugs; tobacco; opium; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3385 Words spoken in May 1911 in Ramleh 30 Those Prophets who are Manifestations of God, sent by God (Avatars) are of the Essence (logos) and quite untouched by the faith of disciples PN_1911 p007 Essential distinction of Manifestation of God from others - -
ABU3323 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 30 Abdu'l-Bahá in London By putting the teaching into practice power will be given. You know which path to follow AIL.064 Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Things are known by their opposites; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU3345 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 30 Abdu'l-Bahá in London There is but one power which heals -- that is God. The state or condition through which the healing takes AIL.095, SW_v08#18 p.233 Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Inmost heart [fu'ad]; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God - -
ABU3405 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 30 The East and the West should unite to give to each other what is lacking in each. This exchange of gifts would form a true civilization CHH.153, BLO_PN#022 East and West; communication between East and West; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3420 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 30 Abdu'l-Bahá in London Every man walking in the street is free as if he were in his own kingdom. There is a great spiritual light in London. AIL.109 Freedom of thought and action; Justice and mercy; Praise of Western values; culture - -
ABU3422 Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London 30 Abdu'l-Bahá in London The girl's education is of more importance today than the boy's, for she is the mother of the future race. AIL.091 Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women - -
ABU3397 Words spoken on 1907-04-15 30 What the people believe regarding the other side and that they receive messages from that place is not quite so, they only feel something within themselves, but they do not perceive; there is a great difference between feeling and perception. BSTW#211a Occult sciences; psychic phenomena - -
ABU3424 Words spoken on 1912-05-15 in Lake Mohonk 30 It is very easy to come here, camp near this beautiful lake, on these charming hills, far away from everybody and deliver speeches on Universal Peace. These ideals should be spread and put in action over there, (Europe) not here in the world's most peaceful corner. SW_v19#06 p.181 Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3309 Words spoken on 1912-08-20 in Green Acre 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary مادام مظاهر الهیه بین خلق هستند و مثل این خیمه نشنینان بیرون گرین عکا شیدا میشود حتی کلمبوس While the Manifestations of God are still alive, the people do not appreciate their value, they curse and execrate them; but after their ascension they worship them. BDA1.199.09 SW_v19#11 p.349, MHMD1.215 Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3304 Words spoken on 1912-09-22 in Lincoln 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary شعاع ظلمانی بالصراحه بپدرش نوشته که من در صدد تحصیل پول و متاع دنیوی هستم Shu'a of darkness wrote to his father quite openly that his purpose was to amass wealth and worldly property BDA1.262.08 MHMD1.281 Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU3356 Words spoken on 1912-12-15 in Liverpool 30 Water flowing from one spring has more force and energy than if the same water is divided between DAS.1912-12-15, SW_v08#02 p.021 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
ABU3308 Words spoken on 1912-12-20 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 گریه مکن مویه منما فریاد بر میار اشک از دیده مبار سُرور و حُزن دنیا هر دو در گذر است و عزت و ذلت آن هر دو فانی Do not cry or lament! Do not wail or let tears rain from your eyes! The happiness and sorrow of this world last only for a time, and its glory and abasement are both fleeting BDA2.032 MHMD2.038 Consolation and comfort; The ephemeral and the eternal; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3415 Words spoken on 1912-12-23 in London 30 Every object in this world has the power of combustion. The objects by themselves and in themselves will not be ignited. A flame is necessary. I hope you will become that flame to enkindle the hearts. DAS.1912-12-23 Being a source of light; guidance; Fire and light; fire and water; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3431 Words spoken on 1912-12-24 in London 30 Hands which have labored in the cause of education are ever blessed. I am pleased with your hands. DAS.1912-12-24, SW_v09#08 p.089 Education of children; moral education; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world - -
ABU3284 Words spoken on 1912-12-25 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 اینمسئلهٴ دیگر است و مجازات و مکافات سبب نظام عالم مثلاً اگر کسی اینجا بیاید This is a different matter altogether. Indeed, reward and punishment constitute the basis of order in this world BDA2.041 MHMD2.049 Murder; causing physical harm; Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Reward and punishment - -
ABU3743 Words spoken on 1912-12-27 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 من آمده‌ام تا مدنیّت الهیّه را ترویج نمایم مدنیّتیکه حضرت بهٓاءاللّٰه در شرق تأسیس فرمود I have come to promote divine civilization. This is a civilization that Baha'u'llah established in the East. It is a civilization that tends to the domain of character BDA2.044 MHMD2.053 Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3297 Words spoken on 1913-01-12 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 در این امر جمعیّت بشر یک عائله و کرّهٴ ارض یکوطن است In this Cause, all humanity is regarded as a single family, and the whole earth accounted as one country BDA2.080 MHMD2.097 Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization - -
ABU3322 Words spoken on 1913-01-12 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 بدرجهئ‌یکه جمیع بهائیان شرق بجهت ترویج صلح جان میدهند بیست هزار نفر خود را فدای امر صلح To the extent that all the Baha'is of the East are ready to give up their lives in their efforts to promote peace. Twenty thousand souls have sacrificed themselves BDA2.079 MHMD2.095 Critique of Eastern values; culture; Critique of Western values; culture - -
ABU3300 Words spoken on 1913-01-15 in London 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 خدا چه عزتی بما ایرانیان عنایت فرمود چه آفت??ب بزرگی و سعادتی از افق مشرق زمین طالع What conspicuous glory has God deigned to bestow upon us Persians! How great is this prosperity, which is even as a mighty sun BDA2.086 MHMD2.104 Chastisement and requital; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Past, present and future of Iran; Praise and encouragement - -
ABU3295 Words spoken on 1913-01-23 in Paris 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 جمیع این اهالی غرق دنیا هستند و عمارات شهر مثل خانه‌های زنبور و مردم متصل مشغول ساختن All the inhabitants of this city are immersed in this world, and its buildings resemble the hives of bees BDA2.102 MHMD2.124 Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3273 Words spoken on 1913-01-29 in Paris 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 از جمیع جهات ابواب مسدود است و راه نجات مقطوع مگر بقوهٴ معنویه و تأییدات غیبیه The doors are closed on every side, and the way to salvation is barred, unless one is aided with spiritual power BDA2.111 MHMD2.136-137 Development of capacity and readiness; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of the Manifestation of God - -
ABU3283 Words spoken on 1913-02-06 in Paris 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 این عصر عصر دیگر است و اقتضای آن اقتضای دیگر احکام عصر سابق این قرن عظیم را کفایت نکند this is a new era with unprecedented exigencies… the laws of a former age will not suffice this momentous century… the spiritual laws--which is to say secondary religious laws--must be renewed, and divine truths revitalized BDA2.123 MHMD2.153 Changing and unchanging parts of religion; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; The Adamic cycle and the Baha'i cycle - -
ABU2161 Words spoken on 1913-02-07 in Paris 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 شخص عامل و قوهٴ فاعله لازمست و امروز تأئید و مدد الهی واجب والا قول و گفتگو A person of action and an active force are needed, and in this day the confirmations and assistance of God are likewise essential BDA2.125 MHMD2.156 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity - -
ABU3745 Words spoken on 1913-04-25 in Stuttgart 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 بموجب تعالیم بهآءاللّٰه عمل کنید بسیاری تعالیم الٓهیّه را میخوانند امّا در موقع فراموش می‌نمایند Act in accordance with the teachings of Baha'u'llah. Many are the people who peruse the divine teachings, but promptly forget what they have read when the time comes to act BDA2.258 MHMD2.336 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Words vs deeds - -
ABU3746 Words spoken on 1913-04-28 in Stuttgart 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 هر چیزی ممکن است ولکن حضرت مسیح از بیان اشعیا میفرماید که اینها چشم دارند امّا نمی‌بینند گوش دارند ولی نمیشنوند Anything is possible, but Jesus Christ, quoting the words of Isaiah, has said, 'They have eyes, but do not see; they have ears, but do not hear BDA2.269 MHMD2.352 Christ; Christianity; Miracles and their interpretation; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Two kinds of knowledge [ilm and irfan]; sight and insight - -
ABU3747 Words spoken on 1913-05-29 in Paris 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 اگر آنگونه موشکافیها در مسائل مهمّه می‌نمودند چه قدر نتائج داشت How great the results that would have appeared if these people [who were well-versed in Islamic jurisprudence and doctrine] had practised that kind of hair-splitting on matters of actual importance! BDA2.322 MHMD2.427 Empty learning; false spirituality; Islamic laws and jurisprudence - -
ABU3750 Words spoken on 1913-06-23 in Port Said 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 افکار مال و منال و آمال جاه و جلال صرف اوهام است خدا محض عمران دنیا این اوهام را در سرها انداخته Thoughts of wealth and riches, as well as hopes of rank and glory, are sheer illusion. God has cast these thoughts into our minds only so that this world might prosper; apart from this, they are of no importance BDA2.360 MHMD2.479-480 Greed; envy; covetousness; attachment to the world; Purpose; goal of creation; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3326 Words spoken on 1913-07-30 in Ramleh 30 No one can imagine how many different issues must be met….I am now advanced in age. The reaction of this long journey has had a terrible effect upon my weakened constitution… DAS.1913-07-30, ABIE.128, BLO_PN#007 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3442 Words spoken on 1913-08-02 in Ramleh 30 This is the day of teaching. This is the day of service. This is the day of the illumination of the world of humanity. Nothing else will give permanent result. This is our work. DAS.1913-08-02, ABIE.143, BLO_PN#007 Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3338 Words spoken on 1913-08-05 in Ramleh 30 it is necessary for the rich to think of the poor during the month of Ramadan. Those souls who prefer themselves to others are tied with selfish iron bands, while those who prefer others to themselves are the benefactors of the human race. Such was the conduct and the life of Baha-Ullah. DAS.1913-08-05, ABIE.159, BLO_PN#007 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Business; financial; property matters; Law of fasting; The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others - -
ABU3278 Words spoken on 1913-08-10 in Ramleh 30 If these Tablets do not stir and move the hearts out of their sleep and do not spur them to insatiable activity, they are harder than stones DAS.1913-08-10, ABIE.177, BLO_PN#007 Praise and encouragement; Suffering and imprisonment; The soul as soil; cultivation of the soul; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
ABU3453 Words spoken on 1913-08-20 in Ramleh 30 ...this Blessed Cause has such great power that it shall, ere long, vanquish all opposition. We must live and act in such manner as not to lower the station of the Cause DAS.1913-08-20, ABIE.215, BLO_PN#007 Exalting the Word of God in teaching the Cause; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause - -
ABU3347 Words spoken on 1913-08-24 in Ramleh 30 As regards free will. There are two distinct kinds of affairs, the first dominated by man, the second which is beyond his control DAS.1913-08-24, ABIE.233, BLO_PN#007 Free will and predestination; fate - -
ABU3306 Words spoken on 1913-10-16 in Ramleh 30 The Chinese civilization is very old, and hoary with age. Once they start on the right path, they will reach their destination very quickly. DAS.1913-10-16 Praise of Eastern values; culture - -
ABU3411 Words spoken on 1913-11-17 in Port Said 30 The believers of God must be alive with the sweet Fragrances of God. When you leave this land you must become the creational books DAS.1913-11-17 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Radiant countenance; bearing the divine fragrance; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
ABU3448 Words spoken on 1913-12-21 in Haifa 30 Did you know what I was smiling for?... In either case he has not understood, he is just revealing the state of his own DAS.1913-12-21, SW_v08#11 p.142 Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Humor; jokes; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU3327 Words spoken on 1914-01-27 30 We were commanded by Baha'o'llah to assist all the communities without the exclusion DAS.1914-01-27, SW_v08#11 p.140 Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU3391 Words spoken on 1914-02-18 30 His aim [Andrew Carnegie's] is good and a service to the world of humanity DAS.1914-02-18, SW_v09#03 p.035 Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3333 Words spoken on 1914-02-24 30 When a person's life is purely moral, when his daily actions are propelled by ethical forces he will influence DAS.1914-02-24, SW_v07#18 p.184 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The power of example; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3443 Words spoken on 1914-02-24 30 Any undertaking by the believers of God and which directly helps the promotion DAS.1914-02-24, SW_v07#15 p.140 East and West; communication between East and West; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3421 Words spoken on 1914-03-07 30 Whosoever desires to know the history of this cause and its tenets must come to us and not go to those who are prejudiced and biased DAS.1914-03-07, SW_v07#04 p.027x Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Independent investigation of truth; reality - -
ABU3435 Words spoken on 1914-04-09 30 The world and its objects are transitory. Phenomena undergo change and transformation but God and his servants DAS.1914-04-09, SW_v07#16 p.154 Law of transformation and change; Love of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world - -
ABU3357 Words spoken on 1914-05-26 in Tiberias 30 Concerning my power: it is one bestowal of the bestowals of His Holiness Baha'o'llah DAS.1914-05-26, SW_v08#15 p.211 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity - -
ABU3436 Words spoken on 1914-06-12 in Tiberias 30 Should a black stone be placed facing the light of the sun, the signs of brilliancy would not appear SW_v09#10 p.111-112 Development of capacity and readiness; Human soul as mirror; divine light, attributes within; Manifestation of God as mirror; Manifestation of God as sun; Symbolism of color and light - -
ABU3328 Words spoken on 1914-06-21 30 In an Arabic poem the Blessed Perfection said about the calamities and allegations DAS.1914-06-21, SW_v08#13 p.178 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for tests and difficulties; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3432 Words spoken on 1914-07-01 30 When I leave the world I want my heart to be assured that the Blessed Beauty has self-sacrificing servants DAS.1914-07-01, SW_v09#12 p.135 Confidence; courage; faith in teaching the Cause; Courage; Encouragement of individual understanding; interpretation; Praise and encouragement; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness - -
ABU3358 Words spoken on 1914-08-17 30 I cannot understand why people insist on the fact that one cannot give up a thing DAS.1914-08-17, SW_v08#02 p.021 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline - -
ABU3329 Words spoken on 1914-10-17 in Haifa 30 The best capital and the most profitable business is honesty in all things. Do thou continue to be honest in thy dealings DAS.1914-10-17, SW_v08#02 p.025 Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Conduct in finance and business; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness - -
ABU3276 Words spoken on 1914-11-24 in Abu Sinan 30 Persian اگر ناقضین گذاشته بودند من بعضی از روسای اسلام و مسیحی راجمع میکردم If the Covenant-breakers had not frustrated my efforts, I would have assembled some of the Muslim and Christian chiefs KHH1.297 (1.409) KHHE.429, BSR_v13 p.085 Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Holy war [jihad]; violence in the name of God; Oneness; unity of religion; Rejection, opposition and persecution - -
ABU3303 Words spoken on 1914-12-16 in Julis 30 Persian رؤیا بر سه قسم است رؤیای صادقه، رؤیای تعبیریه و اضغاث و احلام. اول عین واقع، دوم چون مخلوط با خطورات قلبیه می شود محتاج تعبیر است، اما اضغاث و احلام اوهام است Visions are of three kinds: true visions, interpretive visions, and confused dreams. The first is reality itself, the second, being mingled with the heart's promptings, requireth interpretation, while confused dreams are but vain imaginings [3.5s] ZSM.1914-12-16 Meaning; importance of dreams and visions - -
ABU3290 Words spoken on 1915-04-18 in Haifa 30 Persian بیت العدل مقام تشریع دارد و آنچه منصوص نیست تشریع نماید و تنفیذی نیست . در ایالات مختلفه انتخابات می شود و بیت عدل تشکیل شود و مرکز را بصلاح دید خود معین خواهند کرد The House of Justice possesseth legislative authority, and that which hath not been expressly revealed may be legislated by it, and is not revocable. Elections shall be held in diverse provinces, and the House of Justice shall be established, and they shall determine the center thereof according to their own wisdom [3.5s] ZSM.1915-04-18 Elections; House of Justice - -
ABU3310 Words spoken on 1915-07-21 in Haifa 30 Persian مردم بر سنگهائی که حواریین برآن نشسته بودند سجده می کردند و این از اثر نسبت الی الله و از قوهٴ بقای حقیقت آنها است که حتی جلوسشان بر سنگ این تأثیر را دارد The people prostrated themselves before the stones whereon the apostles had been seated, and this proceedeth from their connection with God and from the potency of their enduring reality, such that even their mere act of sitting upon a stone hath produced such an effect [3.5s] ZSM.1915-07-21 Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Power of faith; power of the spirit - -
ABU3748 Words spoken on board the Himalaya at sea, 1913-06-13 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 چه قدر فقیرند و چگونه زحمت میکشند رؤسای اداره‌ها و کارخانه‌جات باید بجهت مزدوران در کمپانیها How poor are they [labourers on ship], and how hard they toil! The presidents of factories and other operations must allocate a share [of the profits] for the workers in their companies BDA2.349 MHMD2.464 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Wealth inequality and its moderation - -
ABU3749 Words spoken on board the Himalaya at sea, 1913-06-15 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 چنین تعالیممایحتاج عالم انسانی در این عصر نورانیست زیرا این عصر عصر تقالید نیست عصر انوار است These teachings are what the world needs in this luminous age, for this is not an age of blind imitation; it is the age of light, and the century in which mysteries will be made manifest BDA2.351 MHMD2.466-467 Blind imitation [taqlid]; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Teachings as spirit of the age; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity - -
ABU3277 Words spoken on board the SS Baron Call at sea, 1913-12-03 30 If a soul is not severed, if he is not pure and holy, if he is not thoughtful of others.. No one can say he is a Bahá'í. DAS.1913-12-03 Attaining the life of the spirit; Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others - -
ABU1167 Words spoken on board the SS Celtic at sea, 1912-12-10 30 Persian Abdu'l-Bahá in Europe, 1912-1913 در عالم وجود عجیب روابطی است نغمه و صوت عادی با آنکه عبارت از تموج هوی است There are strange relationships in the world of creation. Although melody and voice are ordinary phenomena BDA2.016 MHMD2.019 Ether; the phenomenon of light; Four elements; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU3324 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Die Jugend will ein großes Betätigungsfeld vor sich sehen -- heißt sie -- die Bahá'i-Lehre über die ganze Erde tragen SDW v13#10 p.103 Humor; jokes; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3332 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Die richtigen, wahren Bahá'i sind die Schauenden, die Erkennenden, die Wissenden; ihre vornehmste Aufgabe ist, daß sie von der Gnade der Erkenntnis SDW v14#01 p.008 Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Service to others; to the Cause of God; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3351 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 lm Diesseits und Jenseits haben wir Bahá'I nur ein Ziel: für das Reich Gottes (Malekut-Allah) zu leben und zu wirken SDW v13#10 p.103 Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Soul; spirit after death; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] - -
ABU3352 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Gottes Führung will uns von der Willkür unserer Sínnlichkeit, von der tollen Eigenmächtigkeit unseres Willens, von der Last unseres kleingläubigen Sorgengeistes SDW v13#10 p.104 Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Free will and predestination; fate; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
ABU3353 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Die Gesegnete Vollkommenheit Bahá'u'lláh lehrt, der Mensch -- jeder Mensch -- hat ein Anrecht auf Friede, Freiheit, Freude und Arbeit SDW v13#11 p.112 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; True liberty; freedom; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; Work as worship - -
ABU3426 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Fürehte dich nicht, sorge dich nicht, lıetze dich nicht ab für die Dinge dieser Welt! Folge stetig der Führung Gottes SDW v13#10 p.103 Consolation and comfort; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
ABU3429 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Lies, meine Tochter, die heiligen Bücher der Menschheit, studiere als Christin besonders das Neue Testament; zeige mir SDW v14#01 p.007 Christ; Christianity; Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Justice and wrath of God; Multiple meanings; interpretations in scripture; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible - -
ABU3433 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Für die Jugend ist das Höchste, Edelste und Beste gerade gut genug! Warum hält man denn in den meisten Kulturländern den Elementarlehrer SDW v13#11 p.112 - -
ABU3439 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Haß und Unaufrichtigkeit können tödliche Seelengifte werden, erbarmende Liebe und feuriger Wahrheitsdrang SDW v13#10 p.103 Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3440 Words spoken to Miss St. in Aug 1910 30 Die Arbeit soll dem Menschen Selbstbewußtsein urid Würde geben. Warum raubt man ihm denn diese zwei wichtigsten Früchte SDW v13#11 p.112 Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Useful occupation; acquisition of a craft; trade; profession; Work as worship - -
ABU3452 Words to a believer, spoken on 1913-01-02 30 The fragrance of the rose leads man to the garden and faith and assurance are the fragrance of the rose which attract individual believing souls together. DAS.1913-01-02 Degrees of faith; certitude; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3321 Words to a Rabbi, spoken on 1912-11-09 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر گاه این امم رؤسای یکدیگر را به عزت یاد نمایند جمیع ذلتها و جدالها از میان برخیزد بجای نفرت الفت و بجای عداوت و بیگانگی محب و یگانگی حاصل شود مقصد من اینست Whenever these people mention each other's leaders with due reverence then all sufferings and contentions shall cease BDA1.362.04 MHMD1.381 Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Oneness; unity of religion - -
ABU3393 Words to Ahmad Sohrab, spoken on 1914-11-16 30 What art thou writing now? Art thou not satisfied with all that thou hast written? What dost thou do with them? No matter what I say thou art ready to make a note of it. Who has ordered thee to do this? DAS.1914-11-16 Personal instructions; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3408 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-14 30 Yes. As in the vegetable world the best results are obtained when one kind of fruit is grafted on another, so in the human family, the best and strongest children are obtained by intermarriage between different races. PN_1907 p018, PN_unsorted p023 Marriage as means of spiritual progress; Race unity; racial issues; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3386 Words to Aline Shane-Devin spoken on 1907-10-16 30 Had ye believed in Moses, ye would also believe in me'... If a king send many different rulers to govern a city PN_1907 p019, PN_unsorted p023 Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures - -
ABU3286 Words to Counsel Schwartz, spoken on 1913-04-04 30 There will be a general war between the European powers and Germany of course will take a prominent part. Bahá'u'lláh has predicted a war between Germany and France and this will be fulfilled! DAS.1913-04-04 Predictions and prophecies; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Prophecy and fulfillment; War and peace - -
ABU3412 Words to Dr. Coles and Archdeacon Dowling, spoken on 1914-01-01 30 Imagine a little lamb surrounded by a hundred thousand wolves, threatening to tear it to pieces at every moment. Were it not for the eternal vigilance of the Divine Powers, man could not live for one second. DAS.1914-01-01 Angels; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; The concourse on high - -
ABU3382 Words to Dr. Coles, spoken on 1914-04-18 30 religion must ever become the cause of amity and love, otherwise irreligion is better; and science at the same time must be the means of human progress and enlightenment. If science creates deadly weapons for human slaughter and destruction it is worse than ignorance. DAS.1914-04-18 Harmony of science and religion; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Religion as source of love and unity - -
ABU3437 Words to Emogene Hoagg spoken in 1914 30 This is the day of happiness. In no time of any manifestation was there the cause for happiness as now. SW_v13#05 p.102, PN_1914 p009 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow - -
ABU3368 Words to Esmael, spoken on 1914-12-09 30 The age of those ancient prophets as recorded in the Old Testament is symbolic. It has a spiritual interpretation. DAS.1914-12-09, SW_v13#06 p.152x Literal interpretation; Multiple meanings; interpretations in scripture; Transcending the material condition - -
ABU3339 Words to Fugeta, Dr. Esslemont et al, spoken around 1920-12-15 30 The Holy Spirit was always with Christ... It was hidden from others, but manifest to him. The story about the dove is simply a metaphor... From childhood it was apparent to him LOG#1642x, SW_v14#09 p.274, PN_1919 p037 Innateness; early self-awareness of the Manifestations of God; John the Baptist; Literal interpretation; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3381 Words to Haji Amin and Daniel Jenkyn, spoken on 1912-12-29 30 The language of the heart is more eloquent than the physical tongue. When two hearts are united astonishing results will be realized. But a perfect union is necessary. DAS.1912-12-29 Divine attributes are within all things; every atom; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart - -
ABU3336 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 30 In the Mashriqu'l-Adhkar services will be held every morning. There will be no organ in the Temple. In buildings nearby DLA.014x, BNE.188, BLO_PN#026x Harmony of science and religion; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Music and singing; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3398 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 30 Think not of yourselves, but think of the bounty of God. This will always make you happy. [The peacock] is contented because he never looks at his feet--which are ugly--but always at his plumage which is very beautiful. DLA.064, BLO_PN#026 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Humor; jokes; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
ABU3428 Words to Helen Goodall and Ella Cooper spoken in Jan. 1908 30 Some material things have a spiritual effect. The spoken words cause a vibration DLA.013, BLO_PN#026 Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU3334 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 Spirituality is the possession of a good, pure heart. When the heart is pure SW_v07#18 p.177, TDLA.018, BLO_PN#104 Knowledge of self; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Existence; immortality of the human soul; The human soul; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures - -
ABU3335 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 The disciples of Jesus, passing along the road and seeing a dead dog, remarked how offensive and disgusting SW_v09#18 p.211, TDLA.103, TOR.170, BLO_PN#104 Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Exhortations and counsels; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3364 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 Know this—that the Revelation of Bahá‘u'lláh is the Word of God. There will not be a home which does not contain a believer. TDLA.007, BLO_PN#104 Entry by troops; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause - -
ABU3369 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 Every drop of blood shed in the Cause of God will raise up one hundred believers. Martyrdom is the supreme test of belief. TDLA.005, BLO_PN#104 Growth of the Cause; Martyrs and martyrdom; Predictions and prophecies; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice - -
ABU3372 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 There is no appointed length of life for man. Lengthen your life by living according to God's spiritual laws. Then you will live forever. TDLA.009, BLO_PN#104 Attaining the life of the spirit; Knowledge; recognition of God; Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The ephemeral and the eternal - -
ABU3384 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 Sow the seeds of love in the heart... By our actions we reveal what is growing in the heart. Actions are mirrors of the soul. SW_v08#05 p.058 , PN_unsorted p076, TDLA.012, BLO_PN#104 Exhortations and counsels; Goodly deeds; actions; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity - -
ABU3404 Words to Julia Grundy spoken around Jan. 1905 30 There are two kinds of suffering, one subtle, the other gross. The subtle suffering is hatred, anger, fear, and torment TDLA.011, BLO_PN#104 Justice and wrath of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3454 Words to Juliet Thompson, spoken on 1912-06-15 30 That was not what I said. I said that the spiritual man and the materialist were two different beings. The spirit is in the flesh. DJT.311, FDA.031, BLO_PN#027 Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Relationship of the soul to the body - -
ABU3380 Words to Juliet Thompson, spoken on 1912-07-18 30 I wish you to teach constantly. Therein lies your happiness, and My happiness... I wish you to be detached from the entire world of existence, to turn to the Kingdom of Abha with a pure heart SW_v07#10 p.097x, DJT.350, BLO_PN#027 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
ABU3407 Words to Latimer, Esslemont, Randall et al, spoken on 1919-11-25 30 Yes, if they want to. They must want to and take the initiative. It is not the request of ‘Abdu'l-Bahá. These matters are left to the House of Justice which will be established before this century is out. PN_1919 p188, LAT.136 Holy Days and the Baha'i calendar; House of Justice - -
ABU3354 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-10 30 No, some games are innocent, and if pursued for pastime there is no harm. But there is danger that pastime may degenerate SW_v08#02 p.025-026x, AHV.009, BLO_PN#045 Gambling and games of chance; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Moderation; frugality; simplicity - -
ABU3409 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-10 30 The best thing for it is to accept these teachings. In this way they will gain the confidence of the whites and differences will fade. The Bahá'í teachings reveal the means of both material and spiritual progress. AHV.010, BLO_PN#045 Race unity; racial issues; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization - -
ABU3388 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-11 30 The best means is to accept this Cause. All differences must fade among believers. In the present antagonism there is great danger to both races. Intermarriage is a good way to efface racial differences. AHV.012, BLO_PN#045 Laws of marriage and dowry; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3447 Words to Louis Gregory, spoken on 1911-04-30 30 The light is of four kinds: First the light of the sun.... Second, the light of the eye SW_v08#08 p.098, AHV.025, BLO_PN#045 Being a source of light; guidance; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Stories; anecdotes - -
ABU3396 Words to M. R. Shirazi in April 1914 30 Zoroastrians are the real Iranis. Their blood is not spoiled by the admixture of Turkish, Russian and Arab bloods. TDAB.08-09 - -
ABU3450 Words to Mary Hanford Ford, spoken on 1911-10-18 30 Yes, surely sincere prayer always has its effect and it has a great influence in the other world SW_v08#04 p.047, PN_1911 p017 Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Power of prayer; Prayer for the departed; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart - -
ABU3413 Words to Mary Lucas and other pilgrims, spoken on 1905-02-03 30 My heart is in a continual state of thanksgiving, and so often those accustomed to this form say the words with the lips merely BAVA.030-031, VLAB.133x, BLO_PN#021 Empty learning; false spirituality; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
ABU3400 Words to Mary MacNutt et al in 1904 30 Are you happy? For only by happiness can you progress spiritually. PN_1904 p091 Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3389 Words to Miss Boylan and Edith Sanderson, spoken around 1911-08-25 30 When Jesus Christ came to this world, He planted a tree. I have come to see what has become of that tree. The branches are all turned toward the earth. PN_1912 p071 Call to action; Christ; Christianity; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3387 Words to Mr and Mrs Hannen, spoken on 1909-02-23 30 ...diversity is really harmony. If our food were to be all of one kind it would become monotonous. So in many ways the existence of different degrees is in reality the perfection of harmony PN_1909F p062, PN_1909F p116, AKL.009 Differences in human capacity; Diversity an attribute; requirement of existence; Diversity of thought and belief; Progress only takes place within its own degree; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3370 Words to Mr and Mrs Kinney et al, spoken on 1909-08-21 30 The stars that we can see in the heavens are not one per cent of those that actually exist. Ignorant people imagine this to be the only world of existence, but there are many, very, very many world of existence, many more than we can see. PN_1909 p063 Celestial spheres [aflak]; planets; astronomy; Degrees of spirit and the kingdoms of existence; Realms of being; three realms; five realms - -
ABU3378 Words to Mr M in 1912 30 When you pray you must not think of your aching body, nor of the birds outside the window, nor of the cracks in the wall.. When you wish to pray you must first know that you are standing in the presence of the Almighty. VLAB.132 Mindfulness; concentration; focus; Presence of; reunion with God; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer - -
ABU3305 Words to Mr Maxwell and others, spoken on 1912-09-06 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary شماها باید بآنچه سبب آسایش عالم انسانی است تشبث نمائید یتیمها را نوازش کنید گرسنه ها را سیر نمائید You must cling to those things which prove to be the cause of happiness for the world of man. You must show kindness to the orphans BDA1.231.02 SW_v19#12 p.381, MHMD1.247 Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world - -
ABU3331 Words to Mr McCarthy, spoken on 1912-10-06 30 I am the lover of all the friends of God -- from the heart and soul I love them. This will become manifest. ECN.481+707+814 Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Words vs deeds - -
ABU3312 Words to Mr Newman, spoken on 1914-06-10 30 I pray that God may aid your journeys and that you may return to America with the utmost happiness and safety. DAS.1914-06-10, SW_v09#10 p.110-111 Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Prayers (general or uncategorized); Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3414 Words to Mr Nutt in 1912 30 I have brought to you the sand, the mortar, the bricks and the stone. You must build a house here. I will crush the rocks that are in the way and you must walk over them. PN_1912 p072 Consultation; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3359 Words to Mr Remey, spoken on 1914-10-14 30 What is necessary is divine joy. Divine happiness is the speaker of the heart. DAS.1914-10-14, SW_v13#04 p.102, PN_1914 p009, PN_1914 p082 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause - -
ABU3445 Words to Mr. Pell in Oct. 1912 30 In Persia the Arabs have no doctors. All the people submit to God. There are no physicians, no remedies. When a person gets sick he eats barley soup. When he has a fever he eats dates. This material health is of no importance. ECN.524 Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Transcending the material condition; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
ABU3367 Words to Mr. Wilkins, spoken on 1913-03-06 30 If such is the case the future of the French Republic is fraught with great danger. It cannot stand on such atheistic foundation. DAS.1913-03-06 Critique of Western values; culture; Praise of Western values; culture - -
ABU3441 Words to Mrs. A.S.K. [Alma Sedonia Knobloch], spoken on 1913-04-02 30 If they cannot arrange to go every Sunday, they must go every other Sunday, if not every other Sunday then once a month. SW_v09#08 p.094 Exhortations and counsels; Importance of community building; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
ABU3366 Words to Myron Phelps and Madame Canavarro in Dec. 1902 30 No. The birth of our Lord was for all; those who shall know of Him and those who shall not. The Spirit is the same everywhere... They too will be heard, and God will protect them AELT.142 Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Oneness; unity of religion - -
ABU3375 Words to Myron Phelps and Madame Canavarro in Dec. 1902 30 They see from their own standpoint. But these people are pure in heart and simple in spirit; therefore, though not intellectually advanced, they are capable of grasping their portion of truth, for truth is for all. AELT.140 Differences in human capacity; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Limits of the intellect; Universality of the Cause - -
ABU3417 Words to Myron Phelps and Madame Canavarro in Dec. 1902 30 Where there is contention, there cannot be the highest conception of truth. We must have sympathy for all beings, and to have real sympathy means to feel with others in their higher aims and ideals. AELT.128 Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all - -
ABU3423 Words to newspaper reporters, spoken on 1912-04-11 30 I am here to unify the religions of the world, to talk in the interest of universal peace. I have no creed to preach. I have no doctrine to propound. My word is the word of love... Do not worship the Lantern-worship the light. SW_v19#02 p.052 Literal interpretation; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Spirit and form in the administration; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3418 Words to Rabbi Stephen Wise, spoken on 1912-05-13 30 The term religious war is a misnomer, because there can be no war where there is religion. All we have is a hollow sham, a pretence. When once we have real religion, war will cease. APD.067 Holy war [jihad]; violence in the name of God; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; War and peace - -
ABU3337 Words to Remey and Struven in 1910 30 The Mashriqu'l-Adhkar must have nine sides, doors, fountains, paths, gateways, columns and gardens SW_v02#01 p.002, BW_v01p060x House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] - -
ABU3365 Words to Remey and Struven in May 1910 30 In movements there is life, in immobility there is death. The traveling of the teachers from place to place, from Orient to Occident, and from country to country, is one of the greatest means for spreading the Fragrances, and for sowing spiritual seeds in the soul of the people. PN_unsorted p058 Pioneering; travel teaching; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU3401 Words to Rev. Allen, spoken around 1909-04-12 30 When you remove the causes thereof. These causes are racial, patriotic and religious bias or prejudice. This bias will be removed, and when it is removed, people will live in friendliness, kindness and love which will bring forth unity. PN_1909 p085 Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3403 Words to some Arab visitors, spoken on 1913-11-10 30 The outer sacrifice of the sheep is a symbol of inner sacrifice. One must sacrifice his life, his identity, his being in the Path of God. DAS.1913-11-10 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Outward and inward meanings; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3307 Words to some Baha'is, spoken on 1912-09-04 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary عظمت تعالیم حضرت بهآءالله وقتی معلوم می شود که بموقع عمل و اجرا آید هنوز از صد یکی اجرا نشده The greatness of the teachings of Baha'u'llah will be known when they are acted upon and practiced. BDA1.226.08 MHMD1.242 Exhortations and counsels; Goodly deeds; actions; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
ABU3392 Words to some friends, spoken on 1914-10-29 30 Before entering the Sacred Shrine every one should perform ablution and be clean and pure in body, soul, mind and even his outward apparel. His heart must be purified from all worldly feelings and his consciousness be cleansed from all unholy suggestions. DAS.1914-10-29 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3311 Words to some friends, spoken on 1914-12-01 30 Persian من از سن سی سالگی نبضم مطئی است هر کس دیگر باشد ٧٥ - ٨٠ خواهد بود From the age of 30 I have had a slow pulse. All others have a pulse rate of about 75 to 80 and therefore greatly wonder about my pulse rate. KHH1.269 (1.376) KHHE.393, DAS.1914-12-01, BSR_v13 p.084 Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3313 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-05-30 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary من مبین آیات جمال مبارکم و منصوص قلم اعلی کل باید اطاعت نمایند جمیع امور I am the interpreter of the Writings of the Blessed Beauty, as explicitly designated by the Supreme Pen. BDA1.111.05 MHMD1.118 House of Justice; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3294 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-06-10 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary جمال مبارک بعد از دارالسلام و ادرنه در محفل عمومی نطق نفرمودند The Blessed Beauty did not make any more public speeches after leaving Baghdad and Adrianople BDA1.119.10 SW_v19#07 p.218-219, MHMD1.127 Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Banishment to; life in Adrianople; Modes; manner; speed; size of divine revelation; The power of words; of speech - -
ABU3314 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-06-23 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary نظر بمکان نیست بلکه بوجود و قلوب نورانیه احباست در بغداد اطاقی کوچک ثلث این اطاق بود It is not the place that should be looked at but the illumined faces and hearts of the friends BDA1.133.07 SW_v19#08 p.256, MHMD1.143 Banishment to; life in Baghdad - -
ABU3320 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-10-24 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر روزی امری مؤید است و هر وقتی مقصدی مقتضی امروز تبلیغ امر الله و نشر تعالیم الهیه جاذب تأییدات غیبیه است وقت تخم افشانیست و القآء کلمهٴ الهی Every day confirmations surround some specific pursuit and every hour has a purpose decreed for it. Today, teaching the Cause of God BDA1.329.13 MHMD1.348 Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech; The Word of God; influence and centrality of - -
ABU3315 Words to the Baha'is, spoken on 1912-11-14 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary نغمات و اصوات در تلاوت آیات و مناجات نظم و نهر باید باشد ولی در امور غیر منصوص من مداخله نمیکنم Singing and chanting of scripture and prayers in verse or in prose should be used but I do not interfere in matters not expressly stated in the Text. AVK4.152.04, YHA2.863a, BDA1.373.13 MHMD1.392 House of Justice; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Music and singing; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3302 Words to the editor of the Police Journal, spoken on 1912-09-17 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary روزنامه باید اول وسیلهٴ الفت بین نفوس باشد این اعظم وظائف صاحبان جرائد است که سوء تفاهم A newspaper must in the first instance be the means of creating harmony among the people. BDA1.252.04 MHMD1.270, ABCC.273 Newspapers and the media; publications; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3293 Words to the friends spoken in Dec. 1907 30 Persian جمال مبارک بساط وحدت عالم انسانی گسترانیده و اختلافات مذهبی و طبقاتی را مرتفع ساخته The Blessed Beauty has provided the means for the unification of the world of humanity and has removed religious and social conflicts. KHH1.013 (1.018) KHHE.030 Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Oneness; unity of religion; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Unity; oneness of humanity - -
ABU3287 Words to the friends, spoken on 1912-04-01 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary آنچه در زمین اسباب حمل و نقل آلات و اسباب حرب و قتال ساخته اند در هوا نیز چنان خواهند Those who have provided the means for transporting arms and ammunition and the instruments of wars and massacres on earth will do so in the air. BDA1.020.01 MHMD1.027 Predictions and prophecies; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology; War and peace - -
ABU3374 Words to the friends, spoken on 1914-08-16 30 Faith is the centre of human virtues. Through the light of faith justice is established. DAS.1914-08-16 Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Spirit of faith [ruh-i-'iman]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life - -
ABU3282 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1912-04-24 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary ای بهآءالله چه کرده ئی ای بهآءالله بقربانت ای بهآءالله بفدایت ایام را بچه مشقت و بلا گذرانیدی O Baha'u'llah! What hast Thou done? O Baha'u'llah! May my life be sacrificed for Thee! BDA1.049.04 GPB.293x, SW_v19#03 p.089, MHMD1.057 T. Price, Zannetta [track 12], L. Slott Growth of the Cause; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Suffering and imprisonment - -
ABU3319 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1912-05-13 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary هر چه ما میگوئیم بندهٴخد‌ا عبدالبها هستیم باز مردم ما را باسم پیغمبر Although I say always that I am ‘Abdu'l-Baha, a servant of God, still people refer to me as a messenger and a prophet. It would be better if they would not attribute such titles to me. BDA1.093.07 SW_v19#06 p.180, MHMD1.100 Humility; meekness; lowliness; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha - -
ABU3288 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1913-03-19 30 We must try to return very soon to Haifa. There upon the mountain all alone, pray and supplicate with God. There one finds the ecstasy of spiritual bliss. Supplication, invocation, prayer, inspiration. DAS.1913-03-19 Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Mystical themes; Shrines and Holy places; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
ABU3399 Words to the Master's entourage, spoken on 1913-05-18 30 Mr Hoar is a sincere, true, upright Bahá'í. I have tested him and have not found him wanting. I have a way of testing the people which always shows their real character. Mr Hoar is a righteous, just, honest man. DAS.1913-05-18 Praise and encouragement; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
ABU3281 Words to the Master's entourage(?), spoken on 1912-06-02 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary اول حین ورود بکلیسا حالت صحبت نداشتم اما چون در مقابل آن جمعیت عظیم ایستادم At the time of my arrival at the church I was in no condition to speak; but when I stood before this great gathering I found the atmosphere of the church filled with the Holy Spirit and so a state of wonderful happiness and joy came over me. BDA1.112.11 SW_v19#06 p.184, MHMD1.119 Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity in diversity - -
ABU3301 Words to the Master's entourage(?), spoken on 1912-07-06 30 Persian Mahmúd's Diary در طبیعت انسان باید طلب صعود باشد نه نزول هوای زیر زمین حبس است رفتن از راه بالا بهتر بود In man's nature there must be a desire to ascend and not to descend. The underground air is suffocating. BDA1.147.14 MHMD1.159 Law of burial and cremation; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcending the material condition - -
ABU3390 Words to the secretary of Sepahdar Azam, spoken on 1913-04-20 30 When you return to Persia, give my greeting to the green mountains and rolling valleys, to the singing nightingales and the cooling springs, to the fragrant rose-gardens and the fresh breeze of Persia. I love them all. Remember me to them. DAS.1913-04-20 - -
ABU3373 Words to visitors, spoken on 1913-04-05 30 Today if you teach one person it is as though you have resurrected a dead soul into life. It is as though you have changed the black stone into diamond. It is as though you have transmuted metal into gold, Satan into angel, animal into man. DAS.1913-04-05 Metallurgical metaphors; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transmutation of the soul by the divine elixir - -
ABU3376 Words to Waite, Harrison et al, spoken on 1909-10-12 30 No it is not a physical condition, but spiritual, a very high one which is so intense it reaches the nerves and these react upon the body. When one is spiritually developed, the body responds to spiritual conditions or emotions. PN_1909C p014, PN_unsorted p155 Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Mosaic imagery; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities - -
ABU3377 Words to Waite, Harrison et al, spoken on 1909-10-13 30 You have been taught right; it is because the mirror of your heart has been clear enough to reflect them. You must lock them in your breast. To speak of them prevents your own growth. This does not make you better than anyone else. PN_unsorted p158 Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision - -
BH11372 Seal of Baha’u’llah #11 35 Arabic یدعو ظاهری باطنی و باطنی ظاهری لیس فی الملک سوائی و انا الحق علام الغیوب My inner and outer beings call to each other, saying: There is no king but me, the truth, the knower of things unseen. KHSH04.016 KSHK#19 Manifestation of God speaking in the voice of Divinity; Transcendence; unknowability of God - -
AB11124 40 Persian اگر بدانى که نور ملاء اعلى چگونه بر قلب اماء اشراق نموده البته خود را شعلهء محبت الله کنى و لمعهء معرفت الله Wouldst thou but know how the light of the Concourse on High doth shed its radiance upon the hearts of His handmaidens, thou wouldst surely become a flame of the love of God and a beam of divine knowledge [3.5s] DRM.016b Love of God - -
AB11125 40 Arabic الحمد لله الذی انطق الورقاء بالثناء و اظهر النقطه البارزه عند الباء بالالف Praise be to God, Who hath caused the nightingale to sing His praise and made manifest the Point prominent beside the letter B [3.5s] INBA59:122a Greatest Name; Law of repetition; recitation of the Greatest Name - -
AB11126 40 mixed ای بی نياز ستايش ترا سزاست که اين گمگشتگان را به شاهراه هدايت دلالت فرمودی O Thou Self-Sufficient One! Praise be unto Thee, for Thou hast guided these wandering souls to the pathway of guidance [3.5s] MJMJ3.056ax, MMG2#296 p.329x Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Thankfulness; gratitude - -
AB11127 40 Arabic الهی الهی ادرک عبدک مهدی بعفوک و غفرانک و ادخله فی جنه احدیتک و اسقه کاس O my God, my God! Aid Thy servant Mihdi through Thy pardon and forgiveness, and cause him to enter the paradise of Thy oneness, and give him to drink from the cup [3.5s] INBA13:228a, INBA85:175a Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
AB11128 40 Arabic الهی الهی انزل على عبادک ما یتحد به قلوبهم فی امرک و یتبعوا احکامک و شریعتک ایدهم یا الهی على O my God, my God! Send down upon Thy servants that which shall unite their hearts in Thy Cause and enable them to follow Thy commandments and Thy law. Aid them, O my God, through [3.5s] PYD.080 Prayer for unity - -
AB11129 40 Turkish الهی درگاه احدیتنده عبودیتم مقبول ایسه فضل سنکدر موهبت کبری بکا و رحمت عظمی O my God! If my servitude be accepted at the threshold of Thy oneness, this is Thy grace - a supreme gift unto me and a mighty mercy [3.5s] MJT.073a Prayer for spiritual recognition - -
AB11130 40 mixed Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Bahá اميد از عنايت حضرت احديّت چنانست که در خصوص نشر نفحات اللّه بين القبائل موفّق گرديد The hope is that by the grace of the Lord of Oneness ye may be assisted in diffusing the fragrances of God amongst the tribes [3.5s]... ...My hope from the grace of the One true Lord is that thou wilt be enabled to spread the fragrances of God among the tribes MMK1#215 p.259x SWAB#215x Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Obedience to and respect for government authority; Spiritual springtime; Teaching the Cause; call to teach - -
AB11131 40 Persian ای اسفندیار جمال مبارک یار تو باد یقین است که اگر از معاشرت بعضی از اهالی O Isfandiyar! May the Blessed Beauty be thy companion! It is certain that if thou shouldst shun association with certain [3.5s] MUH3.316 Chastisement and requital; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause - -
AB11132 40 Persian ای امه الله از خدا بخواه که در بین اماء الله بشوق و انجذابی مبعوث گردی که O handmaid of God, beseech thou the Lord, that amidst the handmaids of the Almighty, thou mayest be raised up with such fervor and attraction [3.5s] MKT6.070a Love of God - -
AB11133 40 Turkish ای امه الله المحترمه یازیلان تحریراتن مالی قرین اذعان عبدالبهاء اولدی مضمونی O esteemed handmaiden of God! The contents of thy letter have been noted by 'Abdu'l-Bahá [3.5s] MJT.122 Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Praise and encouragement - -
AB11134 40 Persian ای امه الله المقربه از الطاف حضرت مقصود امیدوارم که ترا موفق بخدمت عتبه مقدسه O handmaid of God who art near unto Him! I hope that, through the bounties of the Lord, our Ultimate Goal, thou mayest be confirmed in service at His sacred Threshold [3.5s] MKT7.033 Evanescence and eternality; fana and baqa; Service to others; to the Cause of God - -
AB11135 40 Persian ای امه الله المنجذبه در این ساعت که هیکل آفاق در وجد و شادمانیست زیرا یوم O handmaid of God who art drawn to Him! In this hour when the frame of the horizons is in ecstasy and joy, for it is the Day [3.5s] INBA16:125 PYK.296 Praise and encouragement - -
AB11136 40 Persian ای امه الله خوش باش و مسرور و مشعوف و مجذوب که در این دور الهی از دور جام O maidservant of God! Be thou happy, joyous, elated and enraptured, for in this divine age thou hast quaffed from the chalice [3.5s] YMM.057 Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation - -
AB11137 40 Persian ای امه الله در ظل وحدانیت ورقاتی محشور شدند که فخر رجال گشتند انشاءالله O handmaid of God! In the shadow of oneness, certain leaves have been gathered together who have become the glory of men, God willing [3.5s] INBA88:163a High station of the true believer; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times - -
AB11138 40 Persian ای آواره اوطان مکتوب شما واصل و مضمون معلوم شد که از شدت پریشانی محزون هستید O wanderer from thy homeland! Thy letter was received and its contents noted. From the intensity of thy distress, thou art sorrow-stricken [3.5s] MSHR2.251x Business; financial; property matters; Consolation and comfort; Poems and quotation from poetry; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11139 40 Persian ای بخشش یزدان انسان بخشش صرفست و موهبت محض اگر بانچه باید و شاید تمسک جوید O Divine Bounty! Man is pure grace and sheer gift, should he but hold fast to that which is meet and befitting [3.5s] YARP2.166.6 p.174 - -
AB11140 40 ...Hold thy husband dear and always show forth an amiable temper towards him, no matter how ill-tempered he may be COC#0850x, LOG#0757x Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering - -
AB11142 40 Persian ای بنده الهی مکاتیب جناب آقا سید نصرالله و حاجی و دیگران جمیع رسید مطمئن باش O servant of God! The letters of Jinab-i-Aqa Siyyid Nasru'llah, Haji and the others have all been received. Rest thou assured [3.5s] INBA16:196 - -
AB11143 40 Persian ای بنده آستان مقدس مکتوب جواب نامه جمعیت لاهای ارسال گردید ... قرآن بيست و شش سال در نزد کتّاب وحی محصور بود. در زمان خلفا انتشار يافت و آن نيز محصور در نسخ معدوده بود O servant of the Sacred Threshold! The reply to the letter from the community of Láhá was dispatched... The Qur'án remained confined to the scribes of revelation for twenty-six years. During the time of the Caliphs it was disseminated, though even then it remained limited to but a few copies [3.5s] MMK6#003x, YMM.339x Acting according to the exigencies of the day; pragmatism; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Preservation; transcription of the Sacred Writings; Review of publications - -
AB11144 40 ...It is the commandment of the Blessed Beauty, may my life be a sacrifice at His Threshold, that whosoever engageth in a craft, should endeavour to acquire in it utmost proficiency COC#0015x Excellence; distinction; Work as worship - -
AB11146 40 Persian در این ایّام اهمیّت حاصل نموده است و فرض عین گشته که در هر دهکده که دو نفر In these days it hath acquired paramount importance and become an absolute obligation that in every village wherein two souls [3.5s] AVK4.151.01x Eulogies; reminiscences; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings - -
AB11147 40 Persian ای بنده حق آفت انسان الفت با بیخردان و کلفت با اهل عرفان است چه که معاشرت O servant of Truth! The affliction of man lieth in fellowship with the ignorant and estrangement from them that are endued with understanding, for verily companionship [3.5s] AVK3.084.13x, VAA.220-220c Fellowship with the wayward and ungodly - -
AB11148 40 Persian ای خداوند بيمانند اين ياران مستمند را در عهد الست ثابت قدم دار O peerless Lord! Make these destitute friends firm and steadfast in the Primordial Covenant [3.5s] MJMJ3.078ax, MMG2#111 p.123x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love of God; Prayers (general or uncategorized) - -
AB11149 40 Persian ای بنده حق نیر عنایت حضرت احدیت چنان جلوه نمود و درخشید که شرق و غرب را O servant of the Truth! The luminary of divine favor hath so radiantly shone forth and gleamed that East and West [3.5s] MKT6.012b - -
AB11150 40 Persian جناب آقا میرزا عبداللّه سلیل سمندر را تحیّت مشتاقانه برسان و بگو آنخانواده طرّاً مشمول Convey yearning greetings unto his honor Áqá Mírzá 'Abdu'lláh, descendant of Samandar, and say: that entire family is encompassed [3.5s] AYBY.455 #204x Consolation and comfort; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Permission for visit; pilgrimage - -
AB11151 40 Persian ای پروردگار اين جوهر ابرار را يار و ياور باش کامکار کن بزرگوار نما O Lord! Be Thou a friend and helper unto this essence of the righteous ones. Grant him triumph and bestow upon him nobility [3.5s] MMG2#048 p.049x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for specific individuals; groups - -
AB11152 40 Persian امّا مسألهٴ طلاق لابد باید باطّلاع حکومت یا معرفت ارباب نفوذ باشد و الّا محاذیر As to the question of divorce, it must needs be undertaken with the cognizance of the government or other persons of influence, otherwise difficulties arise [3.5s] AVK4.186.02x Law of divorce; Laws of marriage and dowry; Obedience to and respect for government authority - -
AB11153 40 mixed ای بنده موافق جمال ابهی باین خطاب که جوهر ثواب در یوم ایابست در بین ملا اکوان O thou servant who art in harmony with the Abhá Beauty! Hearken unto this call, which is the essence of reward on the Day of Return, amidst the concourse of all creation [3.5s] MKT8.042a Praise and encouragement; Servitude; submission to God; repentance - -
AB11154 40 Persian ای بنده یزدان امید بالطاف خداوند مجید دار و تکیه بر رکن شدید کن تا در هر دمی O servant of God! Place thy hope in the bounties of the All-Glorious Lord, and rely upon His mighty pillar, that in every breath [3.5s] YARP2.175.1 p.178 - -
AB11155 40 O Thou Almighty! Make this Theosophical Society a rose-garden and a meadow through the downpour of the rain of Thy Providence DAS.1913-04-21 Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Prayer for gatherings; meetings; assemblies; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts - -
AB11156 40 Persian ای پروردگار بزرگوار این بندگان خاکسار را در درگاه خویش پناه ده و از بیگانه و خویش O Most Gracious Lord! Grant refuge to these lowly servants at Thy threshold, and shield them from stranger and kin [3.5s] YARP2.645 p.439 - -
AB11157 40 mixed خدا در قرآن می‌فرمايد لا تجعل يدک مغلولة الی عنقک و لا تبسطها کلّ البسط و می‌فرمايد و ابتغ بين ذلک سبيلا God hath pronounced in the Qur'án: "Let not thy hand be tied to thy neck, nor yet open it with all openness," and He saith: "But seek thou a middle course between these twain." [3.5s] MMK6#252x Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Moderation; frugality; simplicity - -
AB11158 40 Persian نونهالان گلشن توحید که درس اخلاق میخوانند منظور نظر عنایتند و در ظلّ فضل و موهبت The tender saplings of the rose-garden of Divine unity who are learning the lessons of spiritual conduct are the object of providential grace and abide beneath the canopy of divine favour and bounty [3.5s] AKHA_128BE #10 p.336x, HUV1.026x Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Education of children; moral education; High station of learning; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Prayer for forgiveness - -

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