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| AB00074 |
no title |
1230 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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O God! O God! Thou dost behold me, how my forehead is laid upon the dust of humility and submission and how my face is covered |
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DAS.1914-01-09, BSC.375 #709, SW_v07#14 p.127+130-132 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB00245 |
no title |
750 |
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O thou honorable martyr and the pioneer of the Cause of God! The letter which you had written on the 19th of December 1918 |
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SW_v10#06 p.105-107 |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Praise of Western values; culture; Prophecy and fulfillment; Teachings as spirit of the age |
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| AB00306 |
no title |
680 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy numerous and successive |
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SW_v10#06 p.107-108, BSTW#264, BSTW#265 |
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Contention and conflict; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Naming of children; of individuals; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; Race unity; racial issues; Review of publications; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB00308 |
no title |
680 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received and its contents became evident... O thou daughter of the Kingdom! The Lord of the Kingdom and the sun of Truth hath sent forth a splendor |
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SW_v08#10 p.123x, BSTW#479 |
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Importance of prayer; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB00340 |
no title |
640 |
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O ye beloved friends of God! Two days ago, through the protection and providence of the |
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SW_v03#07 p.007-009 |
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Oneness; unity of religion; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB00366 |
no title |
620 |
Bahá'í World Faith |
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O thou my dear affectionate son! Two letters from thee have arrived. Exercise |
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BWF.384-385x, SW_v11#15 p.257-258, BSTW#258 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Early Christian persecutions; the Pharisees; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| AB00370 |
no title |
620 |
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...Know ye of a certainty that the question of the gathering of the descendants of Abraham in Jerusalem |
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SW_v08#17 p.225-226 |
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Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Prophecy and fulfillment |
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| AB00481 |
no title |
570 |
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O thou who art a new grown tree on the meadow of Truth! Thy letter dated October 14, 1920 has been received. |
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JWTA.033-036, SW_v12#02 p.040-041 |
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Declaration of Baha'u'llah; Growth of the Cause; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Newspapers and the media; publications; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB00512 |
no title |
550 |
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...Among the most important affairs is the founding of the Mashrak-el-Azkar... ...When the Mashrak-el-Azkar was erected in Ishkabad, its influence was felt |
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GPB.351x3x, COF.069x, SW_v06#17 p.137x, SW_v07#15 p.148x, SW_v01#14 p.007x |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| AB00537 |
no title |
540 |
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...Four letters have been received from you, the last dated April 18th, 1919. All |
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SW_v10#14 p.263x, BSTW#240 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Soul; spirit after death; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
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| AB00544 |
no title |
530 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy detailed letters were received |
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SW_v10#17 p.317-318 |
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Race unity; racial issues; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB00597 |
no title |
510 |
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O ye beloved and ideal friends of God! The divine voice from the invisible Kingdom of Abha is reaching those who are asleep |
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SW_v08#15 p.208-209, BSTW#261 |
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Call to action; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Prayer for teaching; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB00618 |
no title |
500 |
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O ye friends and maidservants of the Merciful! Your letter was received. Its perusal conveyed the utmost supplication |
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SW_v08#16 p.218 |
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Consolation and comfort; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
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| AB00620 |
no title |
500 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art rejoiced at the explanation of the maidservant of God...! Thank thou God... It behooveth him to seek only the divine bounties... ...As to the critical period (1901): Know though, that verily, Abdu'l-Baha dominates every critical period |
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TAB.610-612, BSC.464 #863x, SW_v08#15 p.211x, TOR.203-204x, VTRM.025-026, BSTW#043b, BSTW#043c, BSTW#501 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Power of the mind over nature; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The human soul at midpoint of creation; the isthmus [barzakh]; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures |
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| AB00626 |
no title |
500 |
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O thou heavenly youth! O thou herald of the Kingdom of God! Thy letter was received |
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SW_v09#14 p.155+164 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Newspapers and the media; publications; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
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| AB00643 |
no title |
490 |
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O thou merciful youth who art the son of that glorious man! Verily, thy |
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SW_v10#13 p.249-250 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings |
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| AB00649 |
no title |
490 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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...Every one of the friends of God has two stations; one the station of mankind and the other the station of spirituality…. As long as one has not taken a portion of the mystery of sacrifice, it is impossible for him to attain to the Kingdom of God. |
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BSC.496 #958, SW_v07#12 p.116x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Human soul as mirror; divine light, attributes within; Sacrifice of the Manifestation of God redeems the world; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcending the material condition; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God |
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| AB00662 |
no title |
480 |
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...Know thou that hardship and privation shall increase day by day, and the people shall thereby be afflicted. The doors of joy and happiness shall be closed on all sides |
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LOG#0438x, SW_v12#08 p.148x, BSTW#446x, BSTW#504ax |
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Praise and encouragement; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| AB00746 |
no title |
460 |
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...There is no wonder when a soul advances to God, but (there is) when he remains firm |
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SW_v14#09 p.275x, BSTW#440 |
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Love of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| AB00759 |
no title |
450 |
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...Announce on my behalf my warmest greetings to Mr. Howell, and say, The Mashrak-el-Azkar of Chicago is of the greatest importance. This is a Bahá'í Temple |
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SW_v02#03 p.007x, SW_v06#17 p.140x, SW_v13#10 p.264x |
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Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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| AB00794 |
no title |
440 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Since the extinction of the fire |
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SW_v10#02 p.019+027 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Predictions and prophecies; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
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- |
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| AB00796 |
no title |
440 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Rest thou assured in the bounty of the |
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SW_v10#18 p.329-330 |
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Business; financial; property matters; Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Naming of children; of individuals; Predictions and prophecies; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| AB00837 |
no title |
430 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art calling in the Name of God and heralding unto the Kingdom of God! Verily I considered the contents of thy recent letter |
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TAB.267-269, BSC.455 #835, SW_v08#14 p.186x |
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Mary Magdalene; Power of prayer; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| AB00866 |
no title |
420 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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O thou wooer of Reality! His Highness the Merciful One hath cause the appearance of the splendors of love and affinity in the world of humanity |
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DAS.1914-07-07, BSC.303 #616, SW_v07#04 p.025-026, SW_v09#12 p.135-136 |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; Oneness; unity of religion; Unity in diversity |
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| AB00883 |
no title |
420 |
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Praise be to God that through the Bestowal and Grace of the Beauty of Abha, from the Continent of Europe I have returned to the Continent of Africa…. During this long trip great capacity was created… |
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DAS.1913-07-28, SW_v08#17 p.228x, ABIE.121, BLO_PN#007 |
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Growth of the Cause; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| AB00903 |
no title |
410 |
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O friends of God! Your letter was received through Mrs. Stannard... A profession, a trade, farming, these are worshipping God. |
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SW_v10#12 p.226, SW_v14#06 p.168, PN_various p019, BSTW#179, BSTW#242 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Work as worship |
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| AB00907 |
no title |
410 |
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O thou who art attracted to the Word of God and herald of the Kingdom of God! |
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SW_v11#16 p.275, TDD.013-014 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB00925 |
no title |
410 |
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The letter which thou hadst written on December 16, 1918, was received |
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SW_v10#07 p.137-138 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB00946 |
no title |
400 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Your numerous letters have been received |
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SW_v10#05 p.095x |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Law of Huququ'llah; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| AB00964 |
no title |
400 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Bahá'í World Faith; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou that virtuous soul and individual who art ready for the confirmation of the Holy Spirit! I, with the utmost clemency |
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TAB.706-708, BWF.369-369x, BSC.468 #876x, SW_v07#10 p.098-099 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Many are called but few are chosen; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB00968 |
no title |
400 |
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In the last two mails, detailed answers have been written to thee |
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SW_v01#05 p.003-004 |
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East and West; communication between East and West; Education of children; moral education; Promotion of commerce and industry; Spiritual foundations of true knowledge; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Unity of governments; political unity |
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| AB00973 |
no title |
400 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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O thou who art advancing toward the Kingdom of God! I read thy letter of graceful composition...As to thy question, "Why pray? What is the wisdom thereof..." Know thou, verily, it is becoming of a weak one to supplicate to the strong One |
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COC#1753x, BSC.491 #945x, SW_v08#04 p.044-045x, BNE.092-093x, VLAB.129-130, BSTW#060a, BSTW#111 |
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Love of God; Power of prayer; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer |
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- |
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| AB00974 |
no title |
400 |
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O ye friends of God! All the people of the world today are workmen of destruction and ruin |
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SW_v05#09 p.130, SW_v08#10 p.136, PN_1909 p061 |
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Call to action; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB00975 |
no title |
400 |
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O ye believers of God and friends of Abdul-Baha! If ye knew how the heart of Abdul-Baha is soaring |
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SW_v01#13 p.001-002 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB01012 |
no title |
390 |
Bahá'í World Faith |
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O thou herald of the Kingdom of God! Thy detailed letter was received. Its contents indicated that thou didst travel in the cities of America |
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BWF.417-418x, SW_v05#04 p.049x, SW_v06#14 p.108x, SW_v08#16 p.218x, SW_v06#17 p.138x |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
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| AB01055 |
no title |
380 |
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O thou my dear son! Thy letter, dated July 3, 1913, was received. Its contents... This covenant is the Covenant of His Holiness Baha'o'llah. Now its importance is not known befittingly |
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SW_v04#14 p.240-241, SW_v06#12 p.096, SW_v08#16 p.214, SW_v08#14 p.186 |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Suffering; rejection of Christ |
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| AB01073 |
no title |
380 |
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O thou dear maidservant of Baha'o'llah! The letter thou hadst written |
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SW_v10#05 p.096, BLO_PT#052.34 |
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Christ; Christianity; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Reincarnation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB01098 |
no title |
380 |
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O thou light of the love of God! Thy detailed letter and also the second one received. |
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SW_v09#15 p.171+173 |
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Christ; Christianity; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Music and singing; Rejection of Muhammad; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
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| AB01100 |
no title |
380 |
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O ye friends of God! O ye manifestors of bounties and favors of the Beauty of ABHA! That illumined Orb |
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SW_v02#06 p.003-004, SW_v07#10 p.098 |
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Call to action; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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- |
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| AB01126 |
no title |
370 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art advancing toward the Divine Kingdom! What thou hast written was understood and noted. Thou hast asked concerning the station of this servant. |
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TAB.191-193, SW_v13#06 p.148x, BSTW#163, BSTW#207b |
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Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Resurrection of Christ; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB01150 |
no title |
370 |
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O thou son of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Its contents were in the utmost sweetness |
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SW_v11#08 p.122, BSTW#366 |
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Critique of Western values; culture; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Nationalism; love of country; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
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| AB01161 |
no title |
370 |
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O servant of the True One! What thou hadst written was known. It was a clear evidence of thy thoughtfulness |
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SW_v02#16 p.014-015, BSTW#112 |
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Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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| AB01202 |
no title |
360 |
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O thou who art attracted to the Kingdom of Abha! Thy letter was received. Its details concerning those two persons |
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SW_v06#12 p.095-096, BSTW#073c |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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| AB01223 |
no title |
360 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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O thou who art seeking for Truth! Your letter has been forwarded. I have no opportunity to write a detailed answer... As to life, however, it has had no beginning |
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BSC.434 #787-789, SW_v12#12 p.194, BSTW#104 |
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Divine philosophy and natural philosophy; Evolution; human evolution; Existence and nonexistence; preexistence; Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Oneness; unity of religion; Progress only takes place within its own degree; Recompense; reward for belief; right action; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| AB01248 |
no title |
350 |
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Convey this message to each and all the believers in New York: Any person who comes to America |
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SW_v06#12 p.096, BSTW#073e |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| AB01265 |
no title |
350 |
Early History of the Bahá'í Community in Boston, Massachusetts |
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O thou herald of the Covenant! Thy letters have been received and an answer has been written.... I have been greatly affected by the death of Mr. Sandy Kinney. What |
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SW_v11#15 p.259-260, SW_v10#19 p.350x, BLO_PT#028jx |
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Consolation and comfort; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Praise and encouragement; Wisdom [hikmat] |
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| AB01294 |
no title |
350 |
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Thank God that you have come and attained to this visit! I hope, as you have received physical health, you will receive your spiritual health |
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SW_v08#18 p.232x, PN_1905 p007, BSTW#369a |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Development of capacity and readiness; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| AB01375 |
no title |
330 |
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O ye sons and daughters of the Kingdom! Your joint letter was received |
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SW_v10#07 p.136-137, BSTW#214 |
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Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Oneness; unity of religion; Power of prayer; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Unity of thought and belief; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB01439 |
no title |
330 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art attracted to the Fragrances of God! Verily, thy coming, at this time, unto this shining, blessed Holy Land |
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TAB.681-683, BSC.466 #868x, SW_v09#14 p.162-163x |
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Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Stories; anecdotes; The power of words; of speech; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| AB01455 |
no title |
330 |
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...The radiance of servitude shining from the Candle of the Testament has illumined all horizons |
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SW_v08#16 p.214-215 |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Suffering; rejection of Christ |
- |
- |
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| AB01490 |
no title |
320 |
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O Thou compassionate Lord! Thou knowest the magnitude of my sorrow |
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SW_v11#05 p.090-091 |
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Consolation and comfort; Eulogies; reminiscences; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Prayer for the departed; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
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| AB01498 |
no title |
320 |
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O thou beloved divine maidservant! The letter, dated May 26th of the present year |
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SW_v05#11 p.168 |
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Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
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| AB01566 |
no title |
310 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant and the Testament! Thy letters dated March 22nd and 29th |
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SW_v10#12 p.230 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
- |
- |
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| AB01574 |
no title |
310 |
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O thou well-wisher of humanity! Thy letter was received. Utmost sorrow |
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ADJ.039x, SW_v12#06 p.121-122 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
- |
- |
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| AB01623 |
no title |
310 |
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O thou who art spreading the fragrances of God! Verily, thy letter was received and I was informed of thy chanting the Verses of God in the spiritual assemblies |
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SW_v14#11 p.353x |
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Meaning; importance of dreams and visions; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Saint Peter and Saint Paul; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; The power of words; of speech; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB01652 |
no title |
310 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received and its contents imparted the utmost of gladness |
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SW_v10#01 p.009-010 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB01659 |
no title |
300 |
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Verily, those who quaffed the cup of the great martyrdom in the path of God, are favored |
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DAS.1914-06-21, SW_v09#10 p.120 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Martyrs and martyrdom; Prayer for martyrs; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
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| AB01670 |
no title |
300 |
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O thou spiritual daughter of the Kingdom! The letter that thou hast written to Mirza Ahmad Sohrab was perused |
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SW_v07#17 p.165-166 |
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Love of God; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
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| AB01671 |
no title |
300 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Your letter dated December 1918, was received |
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SW_v10#04 p.079-080 |
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Call to action; Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Predictions and prophecies; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
- |
- |
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| AB01694 |
no title |
300 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Your numerous letters have been received. |
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SW_v10#12 p.230 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Newspapers and the media; publications; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB01773 |
no title |
300 |
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O ye Beloved Friends of Abdul-Baha! Today the most important affair is delivering the Cause of God |
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SW_v01#11 p.001-002 |
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Methods of teaching the Cause; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB01774 |
no title |
300 |
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O thou sweet singing bird! Thy letter was received. From its contents it became |
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SW_v09#17 p.198, BLO_PT#052.32 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Meanings of letters and numbers; jafr (gematria); Music and singing; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB01812 |
no title |
290 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant and the Testament! Your detailed letter dated April 30th, 1919 |
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LOG#1715x, SW_v10#12 p.231-232 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Stories; anecdotes; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB01832 |
no title |
290 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou maidservant of God! The penetration of the word of man depends upon the heat of the fire of the love of God. |
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TAB.698-699, SW_v07#10 p.097-098x, SW_v07#15 p.140x, SW_v08#12 p.142x |
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Power of prayer; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB01856 |
no title |
290 |
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O ye dear friends of Abdu'l-Baha! The letter which ye had written to the Central |
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SW_v11#10 p.161-162 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Growth of the Cause; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB01883 |
no title |
290 |
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O ye who are favored in the Threshold of the Almighty and the lovers of His Holiness, BAHA'O'LLAH! According to the reports... O Thou Almighty! Illumine Thou this Association and make Thou this gathering the bright candle of the world! |
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SW_v01#05 p.004-005, SW_v02#01 p.004 |
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Call to action; East and West; communication between East and West; Importance of community building; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Promotion of commerce and industry; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
- |
- |
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| AB01884 |
no title |
290 |
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O thou who art a servant at the Threshold of God! Thy letter has been received. From its flowers of significance |
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SW_v12#13 p.218-219+210 |
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Empty learning; false spirituality; Existence; immortality of the human soul; High station of the arts and sciences; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| AB01899 |
no title |
280 |
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O thou who art the daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter has been received |
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JWTA.015-016, SW_v12#03 p.060 |
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Development of capacity and readiness; Power of prayer; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB01926 |
no title |
280 |
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...Give ye great weight to the Nineteen Day gatherings, so that on these occasions the beloved of the Lord and the handmaids of the Merciful may turn their faces toward the Kingdom |
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COC#0923x, SW_v06#17 p.143x |
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Call to action; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
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| AB01932 |
no title |
280 |
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...It is natural that a passenger on board the steamer and sailing on the great ocean may now witness the tumultuous waves of a wild storm |
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SW_v07#09 p.080x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
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| AB01991 |
no title |
280 |
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O thou who art tested with calamities and ordeals! Verily, I became exceedingly saddened for thy sadness |
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SW_v10#19 p.341 |
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Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Soul; spirit after death; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
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| AB01992 |
no title |
280 |
Daily Lessons Received at Akka |
|
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O thou who art attracted to the Fragrances of God! Verily I read thy latest letter and great love welled forth unto thee |
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SW_v08#19 p.239, DLA.088, BLO_PN#026 |
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Christ; Christianity; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
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| AB02017 |
no title |
280 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! It was a long time since the thread of correspondence had been entirely broken |
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SW_v09#15 p.169-170 |
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Consolation and comfort; Crimson Ark; the Ark of God; Praise of Western values; culture; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion |
- |
- |
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| AB02063 |
no title |
270 |
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O thou firm in the Covenant! Your last letter dated October 28, 1918, was |
|
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SW_v10#07 p.143, SW_v02#01 p.010 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Review of publications; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB02080 |
no title |
270 |
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O thou beloved daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. It contained the most great glad tidings |
|
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SW_v10#04 p.080 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB02099 |
no title |
270 |
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O thou propagator of the Religion of God! A few days ago an epistle was written... Now the believers must engage their time in teaching the Cause... O thou servant of His Holiness Baha'u'llah! Inform all the believers that a number of calumnious articles will be written in those parts |
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DAS.1914-08-04, SW_v05#09 p.138, SW_v09#14 p.161x, BSTW#175, BSTW#461 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB02186 |
no title |
260 |
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O ye sons and daughters of the Kingdom! You brief and interesting letter |
|
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SW_v01#06 p.002-003 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB02219 |
no title |
260 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Your detailed letter was received |
|
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SW_v10#12 p.233, SW_v11#11 p.197 |
|
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Newspapers and the media; publications; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB02223 |
no title |
260 |
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...The founding of these spiritual meetings is purely for the purpose of teaching; but, as the Mashriqu'l Azkar is not yet founded |
|
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SW_v13#10 p.276x |
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Contention and conflict; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Wisdom [hikmat] |
- |
- |
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| AB02232 |
no title |
260 |
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O thou my beloved daughter! Your letter dated November 13th was received |
|
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SW_v09#19 p.228, SW_v10#03 p.040 |
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Business; financial; property matters; Consolation and comfort; Eulogies; reminiscences; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
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| AB02233 |
no title |
260 |
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O thou beloved daughter! Thy detailed letter, dated December 7th, 1919, written to Shoghi Effendi, was received |
|
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SW_v11#05 p.087-088x |
|
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
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| AB02263 |
no title |
260 |
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O thou herald of the Kingdom of God! It is the early morn and suddenly into |
|
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DAS.1914-03-08, SW_v05#15 p.232x |
|
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Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB02291 |
no title |
260 |
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|
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O thou who art attracted to the Kingdom of god! Thy letter dated December 26th |
|
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SW_v10#06 p.110, BSTW#262, BSTW#263 |
|
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Consolation and comfort; Predictions and prophecies; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
- |
- |
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| AB02317 |
no title |
260 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
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O my God, my beloved, my assistant and my chosen! ...Bring them together again, O Lord, by the Power of Thy Covenant, and gather their dispersion by the Might of Thy Promise |
|
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BSC.263 #549x, SW_v05#15 p.225x, SW_v04#14 p.240x, SW_v09#19 p.221x, SW_v10#07 p.119x, BSTW#062 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Love of God; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Prayer for steadfastness; obedience; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; Prayer for unity |
- |
- |
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| AB02399 |
no title |
250 |
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|
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O dear maidservant of God! Indeed, what thou hadst written is true |
|
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SW_v10#03 p.041 |
|
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Being a source of light; guidance; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB02405 |
no title |
250 |
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O thou respected one, a herald of the Kingdom of God! The article that thou |
|
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SW_v08#08 p.088-089 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Review of publications; Role and station of women; 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 |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02445 |
no title |
250 |
|
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|
O thou who art advancing into the Kingdom of God! Verily, I read thy eloquent letter... Know verily that Abdu'l-Baha has spiritual speech, heavenly conversations |
|
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SW_v14#07 p.210x, CUPAB.014-015x, BSTW#171 |
|
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
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| AB02447 |
no title |
250 |
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ایتها المنجذبه بانوار ساطعه من ملکوت الله انی قرئت رقیمتک البلیغه و نمیقتک |
O thou who art attracted by the lights shining from the Kingdom of God! Verily I have read thy eloquent letter and wonderful epistle... Know thou, verily, I say unto thee that the conditions of this mortal world |
INBA89:221 |
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DAS.1913-07-14, SW_v04#15 p.252-153x, ABIE.064, BLO_PN#007, BSTW#110a |
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High station of the true believer; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02456 |
no title |
250 |
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|
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O thou who art attracted to God, may God uphold thee! I implore God, the Ever-Living |
|
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SW_v14#09 p.263, SW_v08#18 p.233, BSTW#176, BSTW#182 |
|
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Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Love of God; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The power of words; of speech |
- |
- |
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| AB02479 |
no title |
250 |
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Thou must be firm and unshakable in thy purpose, and never, never let any outward |
|
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DAS.1913-08-19, SW_v04#12 p.208+210, ABIE.208, PN_1913 p005, MAB.016, VLAB.127x, BLO_PN#007 |
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Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tahirih [Qurratu'l-'Ayn]; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02500 |
no title |
240 |
|
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O thou respected maidservant of god! Thy letter dated November 17th, 1918, was received |
|
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SW_v10#03 p.039-040, SEIO.022-023x |
|
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Equality of men and women; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02505 |
no title |
240 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! The letter thou hadst written on January 22nd |
|
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SW_v10#09 p.184-185, BSTW#426 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB02511 |
no title |
240 |
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...It is nearly two years and a half that I have been a wanderer over mountains and deserts and a traveler over seas and lands |
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DAS.1913-07-12x, SW_v05#07 p.097x, ABIE.058x, BLO_PN#007 |
|
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Business; financial; property matters; Growth of the Cause; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| AB02518 |
no title |
240 |
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O thou servant of His Holiness Baha'u'llah! The letters thou hadst written... The Star of the West must, at present, be written both in English and Persian. |
|
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SW_v10#13 p.249, SW_v11#11 p.198 |
|
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Newspapers and the media; publications; Review of publications; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
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| AB02529 |
no title |
240 |
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|
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Ye have written that the colored Bahais have gathered in one meeting |
|
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SW_v12#05 p.106x |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for forgiveness; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Race unity; racial issues; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02573 |
no title |
240 |
Early History of the Bahá'í Community in Boston, Massachusetts |
|
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O thou maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. Thou hast written |
|
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SW_v10#12 p.233-234, BLO_PT#028n, BSTW#267 |
|
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02576 |
no title |
240 |
Bahá'í World Faith |
|
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O thou beloved maidservant of God! Thy letter dated October 4, 1918 |
|
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BWF.386-387x, SW_v10#03 p.043 |
|
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Non-participation in politics; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
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| AB02583 |
no title |
240 |
|
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O thou who art encompassed with the blessings of God |
|
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SW_v10#02 p.028-029 |
|
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Diversity an attribute; requirement of existence; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02630 |
no title |
240 |
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O ye dear friends and maidservants of God! Your epistle was received.** You have expressed joy and happiness |
|
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SW_v01#16 p.001-002, BSTW#388 |
|
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Travels to Egypt by Abdu'l-Baha; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| AB02631 |
no title |
240 |
|
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With regard to the assembly, there must be spiritual consultation therein; discourses |
|
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DAS.1914-06-07, SW_v09#10 p.110 |
|
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Consultation; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02676 |
no title |
230 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Praise be unto God, that thou wert |
|
|
SW_v12#03 p.057-058 |
|
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Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02692 |
no title |
230 |
|
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|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Your detailed letter dated March 10th |
|
|
SW_v10#05 p.094-095 |
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Chastisement and requital; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
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| AB02710 |
no title |
230 |
|
|
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O ye two dear maidservants of God! Your letter dated December 4th |
|
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SW_v10#07 p.144, BSTW#425 |
|
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House of Justice; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings |
- |
- |
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| AB02744 |
no title |
230 |
|
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O thou dear maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. From its contents...At present both of you must, as ye have been doing in the past, endeavor for the arrangement and the publication of the Star of the West |
|
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SW_v10#13 p.248-249, SW_v11#11 p.198 |
|
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Review of publications |
- |
- |
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| AB02761 |
no title |
230 |
|
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O thou who hast faith in God! Thy letter has been forwarded. Treat thy traveling |
|
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SW_v12#12 p.200 |
|
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Growth of the Cause; Non-participation in politics; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
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| AB02785 |
no title |
230 |
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O ye real friends and the daughters of the Kingdom!...Today the magnetic power that attracts heavenly blessings is teaching the Cause... The three conditions of teaching the Cause of God are the science of sociability... |
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DAS.1914-08-01, SW_v12#11 p.177x, VLAB.104x |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The state of enkindlement in teaching |
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| AB02801 |
no title |
230 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art attracted to the Spirit of Truth! At this moment I remember thee |
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TAB.601-602, TAB.710-711, SW_v07#10 p.097x, VTRM.014-015 |
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Living waters; water of life; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| AB02843 |
no title |
230 |
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O respected personage, thou seeker of Reality! Thy letter was received. It was not a letter but a mirror... If thy earthly house is destroyed, be thou not sad! |
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DAS.1913-09-12x, SW_v04#13 p.223, ABIE.310x, BLO_PN#007 |
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Call to action; Consolation and comfort; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| AB02845 |
no title |
230 |
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O true friends! Separation from the friends causes the burning of heart and soul |
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SW_v10#07 p.142, BSTW#230b |
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Consolation and comfort; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause |
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| AB02847 |
no title |
230 |
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...As to thy question concerning the husband and wife, the tie between them |
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SW_v09#07 p.085-086 |
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Education of children; moral education; Marriage as means of spiritual progress; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB02848 |
no title |
230 |
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O thou my heavenly son! Several letters and cards are received from you and |
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SW_v09#14 p.164, BSTW#249 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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| AB02880 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Your letter dated March 5th, 1919, was received... ...Today the pulsating power in the arteries of the body of the world is the spirit of the Covenant |
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COC#0251x, SW_v10#14 p.263-264, SW_v14#08 p.225x, BSTW#233 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Methods of teaching the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB02915 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received! It became the cause |
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SW_v11#10 p.167 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Power of prayer; Race unity; racial issues; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| AB02927 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou beloved spiritual daughter! Thy postal card of August 26, 1916, was received |
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SW_v09#14 p.165 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
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| AB02928 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou respected maidservant! The letter that thou hast written to his honor Sohrab |
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SW_v07#10 p.095, BSTW#109 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Praise and encouragement; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB02933 |
no title |
220 |
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O ye two who are firm in the Covenant! Your letter dated January 28 |
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SW_v11#18 p.308 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB02955 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou faithful maidservant of the Blessed Beauty! The article thou hadst |
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SW_v11#03 p.054 |
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Christian rejection of Baha'u'llah and the Baha'i Faith; Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Review of publications |
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| AB02970 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou afflicted one! In this great catastrophe the eyes are weeping |
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SW_v07#19 p.192-193 |
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Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Relationship of the soul to the body; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| AB02976 |
no title |
220 |
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O thou herald of the Kingdom! The detailed letter thou hadst written was perused |
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SW_v10#03 p.043-044 |
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Call to action; Praise and encouragement; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| AB03014 |
no title |
220 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O ye brilliant realities! Blessed are ye, for that ye believed in the Lord of Hosts, advanced unto the Kingdom of God, with faces rejoicing... Be not sorrowful on account of the affliction of ‘Abdu'l-Bahá |
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TAB.406-407, SW_v08#19 p.242x, PN_1901 p087 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| AB03041 |
no title |
220 |
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...Lord! Verily, Thy servant, Eskandar Sprague, journeyed to the most remote |
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SW_v01#10 p.009 |
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Praise and encouragement; Prayer for praise and gratitude; Prayer for spiritual recognition |
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| AB03069 |
no title |
220 |
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...Praise be unto thee, O God, and glory be unto thee, O my Lord, for thou hast |
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SW_v08#17 p.224 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Consultation; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| AB03095 |
no title |
210 |
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O ye denizens of the Kingdom! Your letter was received and caused joy and gladness |
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DAS.1914-10-13, SW_v06#11 p.083+087, PN_1914 p077, PN_1914 p110 |
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Call to action; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Praise and encouragement; Universal peace; world unity |
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| AB03100 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Two letters have been received from thee |
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SW_v11#13 p.232 |
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Education of children; moral education; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity of thought and belief |
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| AB03102 |
no title |
210 |
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O ye servants of God and Maidservants of the Merciful! Thank ye God that the Divine call reached the ear of the spirit... Praise be to God, that the doors of the Kingdom are opened... In the world of existence the meeting is blessed when the white and colored meet together |
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SW_v12#05 p.103x, SW_v12#05 p.106x, AHV.030-31, BLO_PN#045 |
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Praise and encouragement; Race unity; racial issues; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
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| AB03105 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou servant of God! Thy letter was received. Thou hast written that the publication of the book of Mirza Abul Fazl (The Bahá'í Proofs) is commenced |
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SW_v09#05 p.057 |
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Corruption; misinterpretation of the Word of God; False claims to divine revelation or spiritual stations; Review of publications; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| AB03112 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou servant of the Blessed Perfection! Your epistle dated October 30th reached me at Ramleh. ...Regarding my coming to America |
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SW_v01#17 p.002-003 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB03118 |
no title |
210 |
Bahá'í World Faith; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou near servant to the Threshold of God! Thy letter was received and thy desire became known. Thou wishest to serve the Threshold... ...Thou hast written concerning the organization of a Council for the building of the Mashrak-el-Azkar |
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TAB.633-634, BWF.418-419x, LOG#2053x, SW_v06#17 p.134x, BSTW#193x |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Preservation; transcription of the Sacred Writings; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03122 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou dear Son: Thy letter dated about one month ago was duly received today…. I have repeatedly written that any Persian - although he be my relative |
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SW_v06#12 p.095x, BSTW#073c |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Growth of the Cause; Rebellion and misdeeds of Mirza Yahya; the Azalis |
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| AB03129 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Truly I say, thou art the servant |
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SW_v09#14 p.165-166 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| AB03132 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received and its contents perused with the utmost of attention. |
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DAS.1914-02-21x, SW_v05#02 p.025 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Personal instructions; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03151 |
no title |
210 |
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O thou daughter of the kingdom! Thy letter dated July 15th, 1916, received. Its contents indicated... All the individuals of humanity are farmers. |
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JWTA.013-014, SW_v08#05 p.055-056+053, BSTW#291 |
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Growth of the Cause; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures |
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| AB03154 |
no title |
210 |
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O ye two attracted ones to the reality! Your letter was received together… ...I am hopeful by divine bounty and grace that the beloved ones of God may be confirmed in the building of the Mashrak-el-Azkar |
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SW_v06#17 p.136, SW_v01#07 p.009-010x, BW_v01p060x |
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Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03272 |
no title |
210 |
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O Lord! O Lord! Verily Thy maidservant who was attracted |
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SW_v09#19 p.229-230 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Prayer for the departed; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03328 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou respected maidservant of God! Your letter, dated October 22nd |
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SW_v10#01 p.008-009 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
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| AB03329 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou attracted maidservant of God! Your letter was received. From its |
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SW_v02#05 p.006 |
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Power of prayer; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB03343 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou servant of the Holy Threshold! Praise be to God, that the events of the Cause |
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SW_v11#05 p.087 |
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Call to action; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03394 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received. Praise be to God that the divine friends in Boston are in the utmost attraction and enkindlement... Regarding the Convention of the Mashriqu'l-Adhkar in Washington... In those public meetings, universal and not particular principles must be discussed |
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DAS.1914-03-03x, SW_v09#15 p.172x |
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Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
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| AB03401 |
no title |
200 |
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...Concerning the publications of books and pamphlets: The books of Mirza Abul Fazl, the books and pamphlets of Mr. Remey |
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SW_v08#10 p.133-134x |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Law of Huququ'llah; Review of publications |
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| AB03417 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Although your letter has not been received, yet we do answer it. |
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JWTA.014, SW_v10#02 p.017 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; East and West; communication between East and West; Personal instructions; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB03424 |
no title |
200 |
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At the time I met you and felt the susceptibilities of your conscience my heart |
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SW_v03#13 p.008 |
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Newspapers and the media; publications; Oneness; unity of religion; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
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| AB03425 |
no title |
200 |
Early History of the Bahá'í Community in Boston, Massachusetts |
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O thou my friend of the Kingdom! Praise be to God, that the city of Boston is stirred |
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SW_v07#16 p.160, BLO_PT#028d |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03462 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou dear maidservant of God! Thy letters were received. God willing, this |
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SW_v10#14 p.270 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB03473 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou that art aglow with the Fire that burneth in the Sacred Tree! At this morning hour |
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WOB.112x, SW_v13#12 p.339, DWN_v2#05 p.033-034, BP1926.007-008 |
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Love as fire; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
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| AB03492 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou who hast turned thy attention to the Kingdom of God! Thy letter |
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JWTA.032, SW_v12#03 p.059 |
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Call to action; Growth of the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03499 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou pure leaf of the Blessed Tree! Thy letter was received and its contents |
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SW_v11#10 p.164 |
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Equality of men and women; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Non-participation in politics; Photographs and recordings; Role and station of women |
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| AB03515 |
no title |
200 |
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O ye merciful friends and the respected spiritual maidservants! Your blessed |
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SW_v01#06 p.001-002 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB03539 |
no title |
200 |
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O ye who are attracted to the Kingdom of Abha! Verily, I have read your |
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SW_v08#16 p.216 |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| AB03576 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou who art attracted to the breath of God! Verily I read thy detailed letter... Know that there are two kinds of happiness--spiritual and material... As to spiritual happiness |
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SW_v07#16 p.163x, PN_1900_heh p070, VLAB.112x, BSTW#195 |
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Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Love of God; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Purpose; goal of creation; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| AB03579 |
no title |
200 |
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...To consider that after the death of the body the spirit perishes, is like imagining |
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SW_v01#09 p.012-013 |
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Prayer for nearness to God; Proofs for the existence; immortality of the soul; Relationship of the soul to the body; Soul; spirit after death; Theodicy; the mystery of evil; of suffering |
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| AB03588 |
no title |
200 |
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...Servitude to all the human race is my perpetual religion. Through the bounty and favor of the Blessed Perfection |
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SW_v08#15 p.210-211x |
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Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| AB03592 |
no title |
200 |
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O thou whose soul is tranquilized by the grace of God and by the Greatest Gift |
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SW_v14#02 p.040 |
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Consolation and comfort; Eulogies; reminiscences; Soul; spirit after death |
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| AB03593 |
no title |
200 |
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O ye illumined Friends of Abdul-Baha! Praise be to God, that you have organized |
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SW_v01#14 p.001 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Declaration; advent of the Bab; Importance of community building; Knowledge; recognition of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Praise and encouragement |
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| AB03653 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou dear son! I hope from the divine Bestowals that day unto day thou mayest become more illumined and, like unto the candle |
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SW_v06#12 p.094, BSTW#073b |
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Chastisement and requital; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Praise and encouragement; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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| AB03655 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! O thou who art attracted to the Kingdom of Abha! |
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SW_v11#07 p.112-113, BSTW#254 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| AB03696 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter full of significances imparted spiritual joy |
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SW_v09#13 p.143-144 |
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Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| AB03697 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou heavenly daughter! Thy letter through Mr. Hannen received from Japan, likewise the letters |
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JWTA.012-013, SW_v08#05 p.054-055 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Growth of the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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- |
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| AB03700 |
no title |
190 |
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O ye two dear maidservants of God! Ye have written that Mr. Marion Nuevo |
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SW_v12#12 p.201-202 |
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Business; financial; property matters; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| AB03726 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou radiant child! The letter thou hast written in the utmost sweetness |
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SW_v10#17 p.316 |
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Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| AB03739 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou beloved maidservant of God! In thy letter thou hast intimated that thou art colored. |
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SW_v12#05 p.106, AHV.030b, BLO_PN#045, BSTW#362 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Race unity; racial issues; Symbolism of color and light; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| AB03745 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou resplendent Kokab! Thy letter was received. Associate as before with |
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SW_v11#10 p.165 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| AB03754 |
no title |
190 |
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O ye afflicted ones! A most terrible news reached my ears and that |
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SW_v09#06 p.080 |
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Consolation and comfort; Eulogies; reminiscences; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Soul; spirit after death |
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| AB03779 |
no title |
190 |
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ای نفوس مبارکه محافل در هر دیار موجود و آشکار ولی نام این محفل آرزوی اهل دل |
O ye blessed souls! Many assemblies are formed and organized in this world… Assembly means the diffusion of the fragrances of God. |
INBA85:169a |
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SW_v08#10 p.096-097x, BSTW#228x |
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Humility; meekness; lowliness; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB03858 |
no title |
190 |
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...Concerning what you have written about your dear husband |
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SW_v09#19 p.223, SW_v10#02 p.029 |
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Consolation and comfort; Exhortations and counsels; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
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| AB03878 |
no title |
190 |
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...My name should be confined to "Abdu'l-Baha" in all writings. This is the collective name |
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SW_v08#15 p.212x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB03880 |
no title |
190 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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...As to the significance of the Cause of Baha'u'llah, know that everything which belongs to the universal is divine |
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BSC.495 #955, SW_v13#12 p.342 |
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Christ; Christianity; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Universality of the Cause |
- |
- |
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| AB03886 |
no title |
190 |
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...Now you must engage in the service of the Cause of God with the utmost firmness, steadfastness and resolution |
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SW_v05#01 p.005 |
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Call to action; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Effort; striving; Growth of the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB03887 |
no title |
190 |
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O thou kind friend and spreader of truth! The eloquent letter of your honor received |
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SW_v09#17 p.200 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Newspapers and the media; publications; Past, present and future of Iran; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
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| AB03889 |
no title |
190 |
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O ye friends of God and assistants of Abdu'l-Baha! What can I write, and what can I say? That which is in the heart can be neither translated into words nor written on paper... The world is black; the divine bestowal is radiant. This blackness must be changed |
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DAS.1913-08-26, SW_v08#10 p.135-136x, ABIE.242, BLO_PN#007 |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Call to action; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB03907 |
no title |
180 |
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O ye sons and daughters of the Kingdom! It is some time since news has |
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SW_v02#05 p.005, SW_v05#07 p.098 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
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| AB03956 |
no title |
180 |
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O my dear son! Numerous letters have been received from you and their |
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SW_v10#07 p.144 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB03958 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou who art thirsty for the water of Heavenly Life! Thy letter hath been received. Its contents brought delight |
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BBBD.519, SW_v13#10 p.281 |
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Call to action; Consolation and comfort; Living waters; water of life; Poems and quotation from poetry; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB03974 |
no title |
180 |
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...Thy letter was received. There is no time to answer them in detail…. Firmness in The Covenant means obedience so that no one may say, 'this is my opinion' nay rather he must obey... |
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SW_v04#10 p.174x, SW_v08#17 p.227x, SW_v06#14 p.111x, ECN.419x |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Review of publications |
- |
- |
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| AB03985 |
no title |
180 |
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O Janabe Ameen! Although the doors are closed, the ways and the roads are severed |
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SW_v08#14 p.193-194, CHH.207-208, BLO_PN#022 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
- |
- |
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| AB03991 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou maidservant of the Kingdom! Thy service in the Kingdom of God |
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SW_v09#14 p.163 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; High station of the true believer; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB03996 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou who art the well-wisher of mankind! Thy letter was received and was |
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SW_v10#01 p.007-008 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB04006 |
no title |
180 |
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O ye two guiding souls! Your letter was received. It was indicative of |
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SW_v10#19 p.342 |
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Consolation and comfort; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB04045 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou dear maidservant of God! The question of the Mashrak-el-Azkar is very important and is superior to every matter... ...Today, in America, no matter is greater for the elevation of the Word of God |
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SW_v02#05 p.013, SW_v06#17 p.143x, SW_v06#17 p.143x |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Call to action; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Martyrs and martyrdom |
- |
- |
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| AB04067 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou lover of truth! ... O thou beloved maidservant of God! The two |
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SW_v11#01 p.014 |
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|
Accounts of dreams and visions; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB04069 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou wooer of Reality! Thy letter was received. Praise be to God, the sight of thy mind |
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JWTA.036, SW_v12#03 p.059-060 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Manifestation of God as sun; Oneness; unity of religion; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB04077 |
no title |
180 |
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O thou herald of the True One! His honor, Mr. Remey, is traveling in India |
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SW_v01#11 p.009 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB04209 |
no title |
180 |
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|
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy postal card received. It indicated thy firmness |
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SW_v09#17 p.198-199 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB04261 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
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O ye brothers and sisters of Abdu'l-Baha! Your letter was received. |
|
|
SW_v01#06 p.003 |
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|
Angels; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of prayer; Rendering assistance to God; victory [nusrat]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB04274 |
no title |
170 |
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|
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O thou servant of the Holy Threshold! Thy cablegram was received, and immediately |
|
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SW_v11#13 p.232 |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing |
- |
- |
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| AB04301 |
no title |
170 |
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|
|
O thou favored servant at the Threshold of the Almighty! The letter |
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SW_v10#01 p.012 |
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Methods of teaching the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB04304 |
no title |
170 |
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|
|
...Praise be to God that the New York believers became confirmed in the accomplishment of a great service and held in that city the Consultation Convention |
|
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SW_v04#10 p.177x |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
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| AB04305 |
no title |
170 |
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|
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O thou enlightened beloved son! Praise be unto God, that thou didst arrive |
|
|
BBBD.538-539, SW_v11#13 p.229-230, BSTW#384 |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
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| AB04320 |
no title |
170 |
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|
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received! Its contents produced the utmost joy because it was a proof… Through whichever country thou goest, speak thou with moderation |
|
|
SW_v05#01 p.007x |
|
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Methods of teaching the Cause; Moderation; frugality; simplicity; Review of publications |
- |
- |
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| AB04340 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter dated November 26th, 1918, was received with the divine assistance. |
|
|
SW_v12#01 p.027-028 |
|
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
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| AB04352 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou respected maidservant of God! Thou hast written that since two years |
|
|
SW_v09#15 p.173 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Harmony of science and religion; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04358 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O my dear daughter! ... Indeed the separation from thy dear husband is very hard and difficult for thee. |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.039-040 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
|
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| AB04365 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O ye faithful one of the Holy Threshold! Your letter, which was expressive |
|
|
SW_v14#06 p.168 |
|
|
Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Consolation and comfort; Love of God; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Things are known by their opposites |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04411 |
no title |
170 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Bahá'í World Faith; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
|
|
O thou seeker of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received and I became acquainted with its contents. The Cause of Bahá'u'lláh is the same as the Cause of Christ... In the coming of Christ the Divine teachings were given in accordance with the infancy of the human race. |
|
|
TAB.535-536, BWF.400-400x, BSC.461 #853x, SW_v08#13 p.168, SW_v11#01 p.005, SW_v13#09 p.218 |
|
|
Coming-of-age; maturity of mankind; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04422 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou dear maidservant of God! Thy letter has been received. Verily, thy sister has lighted a lamp in Germany… It may be that the government in these regions will check thee. |
|
|
BBBD.533, SW_v11#17 p.282, BSTW#256x |
|
|
Non-participation in politics; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04423 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou beloved maidservant of God! ...Add as much as ye can to love and affinity |
|
|
SW_v10#11 p.222 |
|
|
Call to action; Consultation; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Non-participation in politics; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04428 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
Praise be to God that in the blessed day of Narooz the sanctified remains of |
|
|
SW_v13#05 p.120 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Elections; House of Justice; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Sacred remains; burial of the Bab; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04443 |
no title |
170 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Bahá'í World Faith; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
|
|
O ye heavenly ones! Organize ye spiritual assemblies. Lay ye the foundation of union |
|
|
TAB.553-554, BWF.409-409x, BSC.461 #855x, SW_v05#09 p.129, SW_v13#12 p.324 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; War and peace |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04457 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou who hast sought guidance from the Kingdom of God! Thy letter dated October 24, 1918 |
|
|
SW_v10#02 p.028 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause; Knowledge; recognition of God; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04595 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received. Its contents perused with attention. From its words I heard a sweet melody and that melody was the psalm of the love of God. |
|
|
DAS.1914-08-17, SW_v08#12 p.142-143 |
|
|
Love as fire; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Love of God; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04598 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O my God! O my God! We are servants who have sincerely turned our faces unto Thy Grand Face |
|
|
SW_v02#04 p.007-008 |
|
|
Divine unity [tawhid] and degrees of unity; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Prayer for gatherings; meetings; assemblies; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04611 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
Thy letter written May 19th, 1920, duly received. Notwithstanding the lack of time |
|
|
SW_v12#03 p.058-059 |
|
|
Newspapers and the media; publications; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04612 |
no title |
170 |
|
|
|
O thou herald of Reality! Thou hast written that thou art spending the winter with thy parents |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.094 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause; Methods of teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04659 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received and its contents imparted |
|
|
SW_v08#16 p.219 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04660 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
Praise be to God! Thou art engaged in teaching and educating the children |
|
|
SW_v09#08 p.093 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement; Race unity; racial issues |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04671 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou servant of God! Thy letter and thy poems arrived. From their contents |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.166-167 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04684 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou servant of the Blessed Perfection! They have written from Teheran |
|
|
SW_v02#01 p.006 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04741 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Two letters have been received from thee |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.168 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Many are called but few are chosen; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04751 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O ye two servants of the Kingdom! Your letter was received. It was |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.319 |
|
|
Blind imitation [taqlid]; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Knowledge; recognition of God; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04765 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O my true friends! The friends on their return from Stuttgart are praising all the friends of the Merciful in that city |
|
|
BBBD.150-151, SW_v02#17 p.007 |
|
|
Call to action; Growth of the Cause; Love of God; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04819 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou who art turning thy face to the Kingdom of God! Thy letter dated December 2nd, 1918 |
|
|
SW_v10#03 p.042-043, ABCC.437-438x |
|
|
Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; The Lesser Peace and the Most Great Peace; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04843 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou who are favored in the Threshold of the Almighty! Your letter was |
|
|
SW_v01#06 p.004 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04859 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
Thy services in Baltimore were truly great and became acceptable and approved. Display thou an effort |
|
|
SW_v14#07 p.211 |
|
|
Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04865 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou who art guided by the Light of Guidance! Thy first and second letters were received. |
|
|
JWTA.031, SW_v08#05 p.055 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04938 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O ye believers who are attracted to the Center of Lights! Verily there have been various assemblies in America |
|
|
SW_v02#01 p.008, BLO_PT#052.16 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04957 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
Thy letter dated December 21, 1918, reached us... Concerning |
|
|
SW_v10#01 p.012-013 |
|
|
Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04975 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou lover of all mankind! Verily, have I chanted thy verses of praise to God |
|
|
SW_v09#17 p.196 |
|
|
Being a source of light; guidance; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Non-participation in politics; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04992 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou dear daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter has been received and the proceedings of the Convention understood. |
|
|
SW_v11#09 p.139 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04993 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O ye two servants of the Kingdom of God! His honor, Mr. Vail, has arrived |
|
|
SW_v11#15 p.259 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Newspapers and the media; publications; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04995 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! ...Ere long the regions of the West will become the dawning-places of the East |
|
|
COC#0269x, COC#1534x, SW_v01#10 p.001-002 |
|
|
Chastisement and requital; Consolation and comfort; Exhortations and counsels; Predictions and prophecies; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04996 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
O ye friends of the heart and soul of Abdu'l-Baha! The violators of the Covenant have raised a new cry |
|
|
DAS.1914-08-10, SW_v05#12 p.184 |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Hands of the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Review of publications |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB04999 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
My Dear Friend: Your letter of invitation has been received, and I am much obliged for it. |
|
|
SW_v02#09 p.003-004 |
|
|
Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05003 |
no title |
160 |
|
|
|
...The time has arrived for the world of humanity to hoist the standard of the oneness |
|
|
SW_v14#04 p.097 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
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| AB05047 |
no title |
150 |
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Take away thy dear child from among the heedless ones, for they are fast after |
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SW_v09#08 p.091 |
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Consolation and comfort; Education of children; moral education; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
- |
- |
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| AB05079 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou servant of the Divine Threshold! Thy letter was received. Thou hadst |
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SW_v11#16 p.276 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB05095 |
no title |
150 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O servant of God! The content of thy letter was replete with spiritual feelings and was a source of pleasure and of joy. Of my freedom |
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TAB.151, SW_v19#04 p.121 |
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Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Suffering and imprisonment; Transcending the material condition; True liberty; freedom |
- |
- |
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| AB05114 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou my spiritual son! Thy letter written on ... 1913, was duly received. Thank God |
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SW_v04#10 p.176 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
- |
- |
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| AB05128 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter was received. Thou hast mentioned |
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SW_v11#10 p.164 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Soul; spirit after death; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
- |
- |
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| AB05151 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou firm in the Covenant! Thy letter dated October 24, 1918, was received |
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SW_v10#02 p.032 |
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Power of prayer; Praise and encouragement; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual foundations of true knowledge; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB05165 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou maidservant of the Kingdom of God! Thy letter has been received. Its contents indicated that thou didst desire to go to Leipzig |
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|
BBBD.483, SW_v11#13 p.231 |
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Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB05174 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou my daughter of the Kingdom! Praise be to God, that thou art assisted and confirmed in the service of the Mashrak-el-Azkar |
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|
SW_v07#10 p.093 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB05188 |
no title |
150 |
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|
O ye two faithful and assured souls! Praise be to God, your son, George |
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|
SW_v11#10 p.159+163 |
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|
Love of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
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| AB05196 |
no title |
150 |
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O ye true friends and ye who are firm in the love of God! Although it has been a long time since I have written |
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BBBD.365, SW_v07#17 p.173-174 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for peace and unity; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
- |
- |
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| AB05220 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou dignified personage! Thy letter was received. Its terms were most |
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SW_v10#17 p.320 |
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Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB05245 |
no title |
150 |
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|
O dear maidservant of God! At the divine threshold address this prayer |
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SW_v10#03 p.044 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for the departed; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
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| AB05246 |
no title |
150 |
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...It was my aim that after thy return to ... thou shouldst hoist the ensign |
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|
SW_v07#16 p.151-152x |
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Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB05252 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou brilliant Kokab (star)! Praise be to God! Thou hast become resplendent |
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SW_v10#12 p.231 |
|
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Consolation and comfort; Importance of community building; Personal instructions; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB05350 |
no title |
150 |
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|
O thou the inheritor of the great, respected Mrs. Peeke! Although that beloved maidservant of God ascended |
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|
SW_v07#17 p.167 |
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Call to action; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Eulogies; reminiscences; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05388 |
no title |
150 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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|
O thou who art longing to witness the lights from the Beauty of El-Abha! Thy letter reached me at this moment and I was rejoiced at thine excellent words |
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|
TAB.234, BSC.484 #929x, SW_v14#07 p.210 |
|
|
Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Knowledge; recognition of God; Love of God; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
- |
- |
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| AB05431 |
no title |
150 |
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O thou attracted maidservant of God! Verily I read thy letter which indicated thy |
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|
SW_v01#18 p.007 |
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|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Prayer for protection; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Travels to Egypt by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| AB05467 |
no title |
150 |
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|
...Praise be to God, that you have a blessed Assembly surnamed by the name of the Center |
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|
SW_v08#17 p.223x |
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|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
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| AB05469 |
no title |
150 |
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|
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O thou persecuted handmaiden of God! Although rich women may be brought up in utmost ease |
|
|
SW_v14#05 p.137-138 |
|
|
Attaining the life of the spirit; Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Martyrs and martyrdom; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| AB05482 |
no title |
150 |
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...Convey the wonderful Abha greeting to the believers. Chicago, in comparison |
|
|
SW_v04#10 p.174x |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB05484 |
no title |
150 |
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|
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O People! O People! The Sun of Reality has dawned from the horizon of the world... The teachings of His Holiness Bahá'u'lláh declare the oneness of the human world... |
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|
SW_v19#04 p.101x, LAT.005 |
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|
Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Living waters; water of life; Race unity; racial issues; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal education; Universal language |
- |
- |
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| AB05509 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O thou son of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Thy desire |
|
|
SW_v11#16 p.276 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05543 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O ye daughters of the Kingdom! The reflection of your forms (picture) arrived |
|
|
JWTA.038-039, SW_v12#02 p.044 |
|
|
Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Being a source of light; guidance; Praise and encouragement; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05544 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter, dated January 6, 1910, was received |
|
|
SW_v01#03 p.015, SW_v04#04 p.072 |
|
|
Elections; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05589 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O Thou divine Providence! Sanford was a child of the Kingdom and, |
|
|
SW_v10#19 p.350 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Prayer for the departed; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05647 |
no title |
140 |
|
|
|
O thou servant of the Divine Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Its contents |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.165-166 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Exalting the Word of God in teaching the Cause; Power of prayer; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05656 |
no title |
140 |
|
|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Praise be to God, thou hast attended the |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.163 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
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| AB05758 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O thou the loved maidservant of God! Ye are three sisters. Praise be to God, all three are of the Kingdom |
|
|
BBBD.479, SW_v11#13 p.231 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
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| AB05759 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O thou beloved maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. It was an indication |
|
|
SW_v04#05 p.088, SW_v06#12 p.094 |
|
|
Call to action; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
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| AB05816 |
no title |
140 |
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|
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O thou my respected hostess! The days that I was a guest in thy home are ever before my sight. |
|
|
SW_v08#05 p.051 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05927 |
no title |
140 |
|
|
|
O thou my friend! The dreadful and calamitous news of the death of the loving daughter of that spiritual friend caused intense sadness |
|
|
DAS.1914-06-13, SW_v09#10 p.112 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Soul; spirit after death; The ephemeral and the eternal |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05977 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
Thy letter was received. From its contents, it became evident that, Praise be to God! The lights of the Kingdom are spreading |
|
|
DAS.1914-07-07, SW_v09#10 p.119 |
|
|
Being a source of light; guidance; Call to action; Growth of the Cause; Methods of teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
|
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| AB05981 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
...Consider thou how the power of the Word of God has united the East and the West and bestowed spiritual communication, that a blessed soul from the inhabitants of America, while in the Holy Land |
|
|
SW_v01#08 p.013 |
|
|
East and West; communication between East and West; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05982 |
no title |
140 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
...After my return from America and Europe, owing to the difficulties of the long voyage and the innumerable inconveniences... When the teacher delivers an address |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-28, BSC.452 #827x, SW_v07#10 p.097x, ABIE.121, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05983 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
...Thy mission in America for the present is this: Thou must travel as far as possible to every part |
|
|
SW_v02#06 p.006, SW_v07#01 p.007 |
|
|
Call to action; Exhortations and counsels; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Prophecy and fulfillment; Spiritual springtime; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05984 |
no title |
140 |
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|
|
O ye servants of the Blessed Perfection! In the Day of the Manifestation, you have caught the lights from the Manifestor on the Mount of Sinai |
|
|
SW_v01#15 p.001 |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Knowledge; recognition of God; Presence [liqa'] of Manifestation of God is presence of God; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB05986 |
no title |
140 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
...The days of human existence are like vanishing shadows. Compared to the world of Reality, they are brought to a close with extreme speed. |
|
|
DAS.1913-09-01x, BSC.449 #819x, SW_v16#07 p.583x, ABIE.264x, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06018 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O ye believers of God! It is a long time that his honor Ali Kuli Khan is engaged in the service of the Cause of God |
|
|
SW_v07#14 p.128 |
|
|
Compassion; kindness; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Hospitality; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06031 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou favored maidservant of God! Thy letter has been received and its |
|
|
SW_v12#01 p.019 |
|
|
Elections; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06147 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Although it is a long time that I have not written a letter |
|
|
SW_v07#17 p.166 |
|
|
Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06176 |
no title |
130 |
Abdu'l-Baha Writes to Kansas City |
|
|
O thou heavenly daughter! Thy detailed letter written to His Honor Mirza Ahmad was perused. It is very acceptable and seasonable that thou hast taken this voyage. |
|
|
DAS.1913-10-19, SW_v05#01 p.006x, BLO_PT#003c |
|
|
Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
- |
- |
|
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| AB06206 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O ye faithful friends! The maidservant of the Kingdom of Baha'o'llah has written the joyful news |
|
|
SW_v02#10 p.004, BSTW#118 |
|
|
Call to action; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06272 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O maidservant of His Holiness Baha'o'llah! Thy letter dated September |
|
|
SW_v10#02 p.031, SEIO.023x, BSTW#435 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; The power of words; of speech; Words vs deeds |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06278 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou dear maidservant of God! When I was in Denver I enjoyed |
|
|
SW_v10#13 p.246 |
|
|
Being a source of light; guidance; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06282 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou dear maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. From its |
|
|
SW_v10#19 p.342 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06336 |
no title |
130 |
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|
|
O thou attracted to the Kingdom of god! Thy letter dated January 31st |
|
|
SW_v10#09 p.185 |
|
|
Call to action; Consolation and comfort; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06343 |
no title |
130 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
|
|
O thou who art attracted to the Beauty of God! Thy letter was received. I ask from God, supplicating and entreating in the Threshold of Oneness |
|
|
TAB.703-704, SW_v07#10 p.098x |
|
|
Love of God; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06361 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou who art confirmed by the Divine Spirit! A thousand times bravo |
|
|
DAS.1913-11-07, SW_v05#19 p.295 |
|
|
Predictions and prophecies; Saint Peter and Saint Paul; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06480 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received. Praise be to God, it contained the glad tidings of the firmness and uprightness |
|
|
SW_v09#11 p.123 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06529 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
...Give my salutations and praise to that assembly who are firm in the covenant of God |
|
|
SW_v08#16 p.217x |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love of God; Many are called but few are chosen; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06532 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou, my spiritual philosopher! Thy letter was received. In reality its contents were eloquent |
|
|
LBLT.161x, SW_v04#17 p.286-287x, ABCC.353-354x |
|
|
Material and spiritual existence; two books; Saint Peter and Saint Paul |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06533 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O fragrant leaves of the Assembly of Teaching! Endeavor until royal teaching comes |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.162 |
|
|
Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06535 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received and read. Thou hast invited me to America, saying: "In that region and in that country |
|
|
SW_v02#06 p.006 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06537 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
...I send you the glad tidings of the erection of the Mashrak-el-Azkar in Ishkabad |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.133 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06540 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou handmaid of the Lord! Thou hast, in the end of thy letter, prayed the Lord |
|
|
SW_v14#12 p.358-359 |
|
|
Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Suffering and imprisonment; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06541 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O ye firm ones! O ye steadfast ones! The publication of the Star of the West is conducive to the happiness |
|
|
SW_v01#18 p.008-009 |
|
|
East and West; communication between East and West; Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Newspapers and the media; publications; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06542 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O beloved of God! These days are the time for firmness and the period for steadfastness |
|
|
SW_v06#09 p.069 |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06544 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy letter has been received. Praise be unto God, it indicates that through the presence of Jenabe Fazel |
|
|
SW_v12#12 p.201 |
|
|
Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Call to action; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06545 |
no title |
130 |
|
|
|
O thou real beloved! The letter which thou hast written in regard to the happiness and joy, beatitude and rejoicing |
|
|
SW_v01#17 p.003 |
|
|
Power of prayer; Review of publications; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06547 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
Contributions collected for the teaching fund must be used for teaching |
|
|
SW_v10#13 p.250x |
|
|
Business; financial; property matters; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Personal instructions; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB06569 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
O thou son of the Kingdom! A copy of the book written by thee and forwarded |
|
|
DAS.1913-09-12, SW_v04#16 p.274, ABIE.309, BLO_PN#007 |
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|
Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Praise and encouragement; Review of publications; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
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| AB06570 |
no title |
120 |
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...Praise be to God, thou hast given up thy material comfort, ... hast travelled to Lubeck and hast instituted an assembly. From the bounties of God, I hope that that assembly |
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BBBD.454x, SW_v13#12 p.343x |
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Call to action; Disregarding bodily comfort; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
- |
- |
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| AB06615 |
no title |
120 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Thou hast praised |
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SW_v12#01 p.027 |
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Growth of the Cause; Importance of community building; Praise and encouragement; The Lesser Peace and the Most Great Peace; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| AB06618 |
no title |
120 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. It was indicative of |
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|
SW_v10#14 p.250-251 |
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Attaining the life of the spirit; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB06722 |
no title |
120 |
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O thou illumined youth! Thy letter was received. Its perusal produced |
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|
SW_v07#17 p.167-168 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Newspapers and the media; publications; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB06745 |
no title |
120 |
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O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Praise be to God |
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|
SW_v10#14 p.270-271 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Education of children; moral education; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
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| AB06750 |
no title |
120 |
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O thou dear little girl! Thy letter was received... Be thou kind to the "bantam chickens and their babies" and take good care |
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DAS.1914-07-31, SW_v09#08 p.091x |
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Kindness to and rights of animals; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The power of words; of speech |
- |
- |
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| AB06763 |
no title |
120 |
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O ye two doves of the nest of the Love of God! Although it is a long time that no news has reached us from you |
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|
SW_v07#10 p.093-094 |
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Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Qur'an and Hadith quotation and interpretation; Thankfulness; gratitude |
- |
- |
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| AB06769 |
no title |
120 |
|
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|
O ye two souls of the Kingdom! Turn your faces to the Kingdom of the merciful One |
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|
SW_v12#01 p.028 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
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|
| AB06879 |
no title |
120 |
|
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|
O thou who art enkindled with the fire of the love of God! Thy letter was received |
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SW_v10#11 p.221 |
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Disregarding individual capacity; weakness; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Effort; striving; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
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|
| AB07043 |
no title |
120 |
|
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|
O ye who are enkindled with the fire of the love of God! Ever do I inhale the fragrance of faithfulness |
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|
SW_v09#17 p.199x |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07048 |
no title |
120 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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|
O thou who art attracted by the speech of Abdu'l-Baha! Verily, I speak unto thee through the tongue of my spirit, from the spiritual direction |
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TAB.173-174, SW_v14#07 p.210x |
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|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; High station of the true believer; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07096 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
O thou maidservant of God! The letter thou hadst written on November 23, 1918 |
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|
SW_v10#03 p.041-042 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Importance of community building; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
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| AB07132 |
no title |
120 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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|
O thou who art attracted to the Fragrances of God! Consider not thy capacity and merit |
|
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TAB.608-609, SW_v07#10 p.099x, VTRM.022-023 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Disregarding individual capacity; weakness; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Martyrs and martyrdom; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| AB07133 |
no title |
120 |
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|
|
O my revered! Thy letter that thou hast written in the utmost sincerity and love was the cause of perfect joy. |
|
|
SW_v09#12 p.136 |
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|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07135 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
...Today, if the soul -- who is attracted with the Love of God and burning with the flame of enthusiasm |
|
|
SW_v05#17 p.257 |
|
|
Call to action; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07137 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
O thou who art exhilarated with the Wine of the Covenant! Know thou this of a certainty that today the title of the Most Great Bestowal is firmness |
|
|
DAS.1913-10-12, SW_v08#16 p.218x |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07149 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received. Its perusal indicated thy faith and firmness in the Covenant |
|
|
SW_v08#16 p.219-220x |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07151 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
O friend! ... A celestial fire hath been kindled in the very heart of mankind, and burns |
|
|
SW_v14#01 p.018-019, DWN_v3#08 p.065x, BP1926.025-026 |
|
|
Belief and denial; Call to action; Fire and light; fire and water; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07154 |
no title |
120 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast asked concerning the spirits of men. They are not at all annihilated. They are |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.038x |
|
|
Existence; immortality of the human soul; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
|
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| AB07292 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou faithful servant of God! Thy letter diffused a musk-scented |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.319-320 |
|
|
Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07312 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Praise be to God, that the friends of God in Washington |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.094 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07348 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye who are firm in the Covenant! Today whatever assembly is established that has for its purpose the welfare of mankind |
|
|
SW_v11#06 p.104 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07350 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye who are firm in the Covenant! Your letter was received. Praise be to God, that |
|
|
SW_v05#17 p.264, MAB.091-092 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Personal instructions; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07399 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye two firm ones in the Covenant! Happy are ye that, like unto a blessed |
|
|
SW_v10#14 p.268 |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07400 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye two firm ones in the Covenant! Although we are living in the holy land and you are dwelling in the United States |
|
|
SW_v07#17 p.167 |
|
|
Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07504 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou living flame of the love of God! Thy letter was received. It was |
|
|
SW_v10#12 p.236 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Non-participation in politics; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07528 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou who hast turned thy face towards the Kingdom! I read what thou hadst written. Know thou that there is in the world of existence a center for each great matter |
|
|
SW_v04#04 p.073, SW_v08#12 p.144 |
|
|
Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07536 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou respected one! Your letter dated February 2nd, 1919, has been |
|
|
SW_v10#07 p.143 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Permission for visit; pilgrimage; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07549 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou who art enkindled with the fire of the love of God! Thy letter was received on November 24, 1916 |
|
|
SW_v09#17 p.197-198 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07623 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye blessed souls! Praise be to God, that ye have been confirmed |
|
|
SW_v10#12 p.233 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Praise and encouragement; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07719 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye who are firm in the Covenant! Verily, your letter was the third of those |
|
|
SW_v10#01 p.003 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07730 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou who art unique! Thy letter dated January 19, 1911, was received. You have written of the good news from California |
|
|
SW_v01#19 p.003 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07734 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou who hast advanced toward God! By God, I rejoiced when reading |
|
|
SW_v09#06 p.078-079 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07760 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O Lord, my Lord! This is the day which Thy Sacred Tongue and Thy Pen of Glory |
|
|
SW_v14#03 p.082 |
|
|
Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Prayers (general or uncategorized) |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07815 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Now is the commencement of organization, hence every affair concerning the Kingdom |
|
|
SW_v13#10 p.263-264x, SW_v13#12 p.325x |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07818 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye who are attracted to the Beauty of ABHA! Your letter was received; it indicated that a new union and harmony |
|
|
SW_v02#05 p.004 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Religion as source of love and unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07821 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...But regarding teaching the Truth: One must teach with wisdom, amiability, good-naturedness and kindness |
|
|
SW_v02#06 p.005-006 |
|
|
Courtesy; culture [adab]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Study; deepening; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07822 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received. On account of the death of thy father and brother the utmost sorrow and regret was produced. |
|
|
SW_v07#19 p.192 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Soul; spirit after death |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07823 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O ye blessed souls! Many assemblies are formed and organized in the world |
|
|
DAS.1913-10-31, SW_v07#10 p.096x |
|
|
Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07824 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
O thou spiritual leaf, which is verdant and fresh through the downpourings of the Kingdom of God!... Verily, verily, I say unto thee, the Covenant of God and His Testament is the lamp |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-18, SW_v08#16 p.218x, ABIE.083, BLO_PN#007, BSTW#105, BSTW#123c |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07833 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Concerning the erection of the Temple: Now all the believers must become united so that the Temple may be built soon in one place |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.134 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07834 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Although the life of the creature is called life, in reality, compared to the life of the children (of the Kingdom) |
|
|
SW_v07#16 p.150 |
|
|
Attaining the life of the spirit; Degrees of spirit and the kingdoms of existence; Life and death |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07836 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...The believers of God in America, one and all, must unitedly make an effort, so that the Temple |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.135-136 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07839 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Now the day has arrived in which the edifice of God, the divine sanctuary, the spiritual Temple, shall be erected in America |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.133, SW_v06#17 p.130, SW_v07#07 p.057-058, BW_v01p061 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07840 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Praise be to God! That the Convention of the delegates for the Mashrak-el-Azkar was held in perfect order |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.137-138 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Predictions and prophecies |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07842 |
no title |
110 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast manifested joy at the freedom of Abdu'l-Baha. This happiness came from thy |
|
|
SW_v08#19 p.240x |
|
|
Early Christian persecutions; the Pharisees; Suffering and imprisonment; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07863 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou son of the Kingdom! Praise be to God, that like unto a torch thou hast been |
|
|
SW_v10#09 p.185, BSTW#447 |
|
|
Being a source of light; guidance; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB07993 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant. The glad-tidings of he unity of the |
|
|
SW_v12#12 p.201 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08040 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou worshipper of truth! Thy letter was received and thy pure intentions |
|
|
SW_v07#18 p.187 |
|
|
Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08072 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O ye two servants of the Kingdom of God! Praise be to God, that your services are accepted in the divine threshold and your songs impart joy |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.092-093 |
|
|
Newspapers and the media; publications; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08090 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou my heavenly friend! The letter which was written to you by the Editor |
|
|
SW_v03#12 p.008 |
|
|
Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Newspapers and the media; publications; Personal instructions |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08094 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O ye real friends and lovers of the Kingdom of God! In these days the scroll of the |
|
|
SW_v07#13 p.121 |
|
|
Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08176 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou maidservant of God! Although in body thou art weak and ill |
|
|
SW_v09#15 p.173 |
|
|
Love of God; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08184 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou beloved maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. Thou hast |
|
|
SW_v10#01 p.013 |
|
|
Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08187 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou beloved maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. Thou hast written that in these days the establishment of the meeting has become impossible in that city |
|
|
SW_v07#16 p.158x |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Growth of the Cause; Predictions and prophecies; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08231 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou who art attracted to the Truth! Many of the philosophers of the |
|
|
SW_v05#19 p.295 |
|
|
Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08239 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
Praise be to God, that through Mr. and Mrs. Kinney thou didst hear the glad-tidings |
|
|
SW_v12#05 p.106-107 |
|
|
Race unity; racial issues; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08302 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou pure leaf of the Blessed Tree! Thy letter was received. Thou hast |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.320 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08445 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O thou who art supplicating unto God! I read thy precious letter and am informed |
|
|
SW_v08#18 p.232 |
|
|
Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Theodicy; the mystery of evil; of suffering; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08446 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...Consider how ‘Abdu'l-Bahá forgot all thoughts and mentions and turned his face towards the countries and empires |
|
|
SW_v05#01 p.007, SW_v07#10 p.098 |
|
|
Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08453 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast questioned concerning ordeals and difficulties and catastrophes: "Are these |
|
|
SW_v08#18 p.235 |
|
|
Prayer for tests and difficulties; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Theodicy; the mystery of evil; of suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08454 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...The world of humanity will not be transformed into the heavenly paradise through the promotion of one, single principle... The Cause of Baha'u'llah and his heavenly teaching include all the elements |
|
|
SW_v13#06 p.131 |
|
|
Interconnectedness of the teachings; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08459 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
O ye friends of God and maidservants of the Merciful! The congratulations for the declaration of the anniversary |
|
|
SW_v09#11 p.125 |
|
|
Predictions and prophecies; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08460 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...As to thy inquiry about traveling to nearby towns out of Chicago for the promulgation |
|
|
SW_v10#06 p.108-109x |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08462 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...Cover the sins of the weak ones with the hem of the garment of Thy Mercy! Change the indifference |
|
|
SW_v05#12 p.178 |
|
|
Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08473 |
no title |
100 |
|
|
|
...The confirmation of the Kingdom of Abha shall descend uninterruptedly upon those souls |
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SW_v04#14 p.241 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
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| AB08640 |
no title |
90 |
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O thou firm in the Covenant! As to thy attendance at the Esperanto Congress |
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SW_v11#18 p.306 |
|
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Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal language |
- |
- |
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| AB08725 |
no title |
90 |
|
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O thou true friend! Through the graces of the Sun of Reality do I supplicate |
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|
SW_v12#03 p.057 |
|
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
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| AB08731 |
no title |
90 |
|
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...Thou art not and shalt never be forgotten. Be thou strong and firm. Be thou resolute and steadfast |
|
|
SW_v10#19 p.348x |
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Saint Peter and Saint Paul; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
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| AB08874 |
no title |
90 |
|
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O thou wooer of the love of God! For a long time I have desired to correspond |
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|
SW_v11#10 p.166 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB08892 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
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O thou who art attracted to the Kingdom of God! Thy letter has been received together with the picture |
|
|
SW_v12#12 p.202 |
|
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Prayer for forgiveness; Prayer for specific individuals; groups |
- |
- |
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| AB08947 |
no title |
90 |
|
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O thou leaf of the tree of Life! Your letter has been received. Because |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.166 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; High station of the true believer; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
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| AB08979 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
O ye dear friends of Abdu'l-Baha! Now I am at the Holy Tomb. The vase which |
|
|
SW_v12#12 p.202 |
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Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Shrines and Holy places |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09020 |
no title |
90 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
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O thou who art attracted unto the Beauty of ABHA! Verily I call thee, from this Spot, with a speech whereby the spirit is breathed into hearts and bodies |
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TAB.174, SW_v14#07 p.210x |
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Love of God; Martyrs and martyrdom; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
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| AB09052 |
no title |
90 |
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|
Your letter dated November 13, 1918, was received. Praise be to God |
|
|
SW_v10#01 p.003 |
|
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Permission for visit; pilgrimage |
- |
- |
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| AB09098 |
no title |
90 |
|
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...This Cause is proclaimed through eloquent, sincere addresses. We must unloose the tongue, spread the fragrances of God |
|
|
SW_v13#10 p.276x |
|
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Methods of teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09103 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
O ye my soldiers of the Kingdom! Be ye valiant and fearless! Day by day add to your spiritual victories |
|
|
COC#1685x, LOG#1935x, SW_v13#05 p.113 |
A.R. Cundall |
|
Call to action; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity |
- |
- |
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|
| AB09104 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast inquired regarding the teachings and instructions of BAHA'O'LLAH! Thou must instruct the people of the world in the Love of God |
|
|
SW_v02#06 p.005 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09105 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...If you question regarding the trials and difficulties of Abdu'l-Baha - that is a sea boundless |
|
|
SW_v12#16 p.254x |
|
|
Martyrs and martyrdom; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09107 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...Through the protection and help of the Blessed Perfection - may my life be a sacrifice to his beloved ones! - you must conduct and deport yourselves |
|
|
SW_v14#08 p.225 |
|
|
Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09112 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...The more difficulties one sees in the world the more perfect one becomes. The more you plough and dig the ground |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.041, PN_unsorted p046, BSTW#380 |
A. Grammer |
|
Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Suffering and imprisonment; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09113 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...You have written regarding the Assembly of Women. Undoubtedly, show ye great effort in this matter |
|
|
SW_v01#09 p.010-011 |
|
|
Call to action; Equality of men and women; Praise and encouragement; Role and station of women |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09116 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...Today, at the Threshold of His Holiness, Baha'u'llah, there is nobody more favored |
|
|
SW_v12#10 p.170 |
|
|
Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Education of children; moral education; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09117 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...The Divine confirmations have in every way prepared for you the means of development. |
|
|
SW_v01#08 p.016x |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Past, present and future of Iran; Predictions and prophecies; Promotion of commerce and industry |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09120 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...Treat ye the sinners, thy tyrants and the bloodthirsty enemies as the faithful friends |
|
|
SW_v08#11 p.139 |
|
|
Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09121 |
no title |
90 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast written concerning the meetings and gathering-places of the believers of God. Such assemblies |
|
|
SW_v02#06 p.005 |
|
|
Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Study; deepening; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09210 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O thou servant of God! Thy letter was received. On thy behalf I prayed |
|
|
SW_v11#16 p.277-278 |
|
|
The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09340 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O thou affectionate Lord! The maidservant of God, Mrs. Hathaway, was a daughter |
|
|
SW_v12#19 p.313 |
|
|
Love of God; Prayer for forgiveness; Prayer for the departed |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09345 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O thou beloved daughter! Thy letter was received and I have written for thy |
|
|
SW_v05#16 p.243, SW_v06#11 p.084 |
|
|
Newspapers and the media; publications; Personal instructions; Review of publications |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09457 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O thou dear maidservant of God! Your epistle was received and the desire and request of the beloved ones |
|
|
SW_v01#16 p.002 |
|
|
Permission for visit; pilgrimage |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09480 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O illumined Assemblage! Praise be to god, that ye have been confirmed |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.320 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Importance of community building; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09633 |
no title |
80 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
|
|
O thou who art attracted by the fragrance of God! Beloved art thou, for |
|
|
TAB.517, SW_v10#19 p.343 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09721 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
Thy letter was received. It was in indication that (thou art) firm and steadfast in the |
|
|
SW_v08#16 p.215-216 |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09725 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast longed for the power of teaching the Religion of God. This desire is the ultimate |
|
|
DAS.1914-08-16x, SW_v09#14 p.161-162x |
|
|
Disregarding own capacity in teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09726 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
Glory be to Thee, my God and my Beloved! Thy Fire is burning in me, O my Lord, and I feel its glowing in every member of my weak body. |
|
|
SW_v05#10 p.151, DWN_v4#08-9 p.113 |
|
|
Love as fire; Love of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09728 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...O thou kind God! To me Thou art kinder than myself and Thy love is more abundant and more ancient! |
|
|
DAS.1914-08-20x, SW_v08#18 p.233 |
|
|
Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for healing; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09733 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...The spirit of the age demands the establishment of universal peace. No power on earth can stand before it. God has purposed |
|
|
SW_v14#05 p.129 |
|
|
Call to action; Predictions and prophecies; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual springtime; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09744 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...If a soul shall utter a word without the sanction of the Covenant, he is not firm. |
|
|
SW_v08#14 p.189, SW_v11#14 p.239 |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09746 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O God, my aim, my hope! With hearts full of longing and breast full of yearning, we beg of Thee |
|
|
SW_v01#13 p.013, SW_v06#17 p.142 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09747 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...His Holiness Baha'u'llah has even said that occupation and labor are devotion. All humanity must obtain |
|
|
SW_v14#06 p.167-168 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Work as worship |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09748 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O ye who are firm in the Covenant of the Self-Subsistent, Eternal God! Praise God with glad faces |
|
|
SW_v11#07 p.105x |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Thankfulness; gratitude |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09749 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
O ye believers of God! Supplicate and entreat at the Threshold of the Almighty |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-21, SW_v04#15 p.253 , ABIE.094, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09754 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...The human spirit is a power which comprehends the realities of things. All that thou seest |
|
|
SW_v08#08 p.097 |
|
|
Power of the mind over nature; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; 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; The mind's power of discovery |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09755 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
My Dear Friend: I have received your letter, for the contents of which I am extremely grateful to you. I understand the aims |
|
|
SW_v01#18 p.004 |
|
|
Newspapers and the media; publications; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09756 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...Though the Beauty of the Most Great Name, the Light of Eternal Splendour |
|
|
SW_v14#11 p.347 |
|
|
Growth of the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09757 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...You have written that "We all pray that we and all the friends everywhere be favored |
|
|
SW_v08#16 p.220x |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09759 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
...Whenever the heart finds attraction, the spirit seeks ecstasy and exultation and turns itself toward the Kingdom |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.098 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09829 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Its contents |
|
|
SW_v10#03 p.042 |
|
|
Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09830 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou daughter of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Formerly |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.318 |
|
|
Personal instructions |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09888 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
...Regarding the rainbow, - this rainbow is the Covenant of God and the Testament |
|
|
SW_v08#17 p.226x |
|
|
Interpretation of dreams and visions; Law of divorce; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09914 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
...Sometime ago I wrote thee a letter, whose content was that praise be to God, thou hast become confirmed in drawing a plan for the pilgrim house in Haifa |
|
|
SW_v13#08 p.221x |
|
|
Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Praise and encouragement; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09923 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou who art firm in the Covenant! Thy friends of God are most pleased with |
|
|
SW_v11#10 p.168 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09962 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou beloved friend! The letter which thou hast written to Mr. Hannen |
|
|
SW_v03#12 p.008 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB09998 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou spiritual person! As far as thou art able, do thou practice self-sacrifice |
|
|
SW_v12#03 p.057 |
|
|
Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10012 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou seeker of the Kingdom! Thy letter was received. Thou hast written |
|
|
SW_v10#17 p.319 |
|
|
Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10063 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou respected one! Praise God and be grateful that thou hast |
|
|
SW_v10#02 p.032 |
|
|
Thankfulness; gratitude |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10275 |
no title |
70 |
Bahá'í Prayers [2002] |
|
|
Remove not, O Lord, the festal board that hath been spread in Thy Name |
|
|
BPRY.024-025, SW_v13#12 p.332, DWN_v2#03-4 p.019, BP1926.018 |
|
|
Living waters; water of life; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10281 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou who art heavenly! If, with the consultation of the Executive Board and |
|
|
SW_v12#13 p.218 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10285 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou son of the Kingdom! ...Today, the most important affair and greatest hope is the unity and concord of the Friends |
|
|
SW_v01#10 p.001 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10289 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O friends, know that the believers of God must be the cause of union and love among all mankind |
|
|
SW_v09#02 p.022 |
|
|
Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10295 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou who art looking for the Kingdom of God! Thy letter was considered. Glad tidings be unto thee |
|
|
SW_v09#01 p.005x |
|
|
Manifestation of God as sun; 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; The Kingdom of God [Malakut] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10298 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
...I hope ... certain souls may arise who may prove radiant lamps to the world of humanity |
|
|
SW_v07#16 p.151x |
|
|
Call to action; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10311 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
...The invisible hand has opened the doors, and wisdom requires that ‘Abdu'l-Bahá hasten to the country of Egypt, for he is infinitely ashamed |
|
|
SW_v01#17 p.007 |
|
|
Prayer for spiritual recognition; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Travels to Egypt by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10312 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
As much as you are able, unloose the tongue in teaching the Cause of God and demonstrate ye extraordinary effort |
|
|
DAS.1914-06-24, SW_v09#17 p.200 |
|
|
Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10314 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
O thou maidservant of God! Thy letter was received. Thy desire to serve Green Acre is in reality a very important matter. |
|
|
SW_v08#05 p.051 |
|
|
Importance of community building |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10315 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
...This is the first step in the path of God, but the distance of the way is great. I hope that thou mayest traverse |
|
|
SW_v08#17 p.228x, SW_v13#05 p.113x |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10544 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
O thou seeker of Truth! Thy letter was received and thy thankfulness became |
|
|
SW_v02#10 p.003-004 |
|
|
Methods of teaching the Cause; Thankfulness; gratitude |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10555 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
...The world is mortal. In one instant it will pass away; but the principle of ease and tranquillity is the soul |
|
|
SW_v07#16 p.151x |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Soul; spirit after death; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10575 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
...Regarding the education of those two daughters D. . . . and M. . . . If thou givest true Bahai education to those two young trees in the garden of Abha |
|
|
SW_v09#07 p.088x |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women; Role and station of women; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10710 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
O thou my kind friend! Its my hope that through the bestowals of the Blessed Perfection |
|
|
DAS.1913-10-01, SW_v07#04 p.026 |
|
|
Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Music and singing; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10766 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
O servant of God! Know thou, verily, the Fragrances of the Garden of the Covenant |
|
|
SW_v04#10 p.175, BSTW#045 |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10767 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
...The glad-tidings of the Kingdom of Abha are effective over the hard stone and |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-11, SW_v04#15 p.252, ABIE.055, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10771 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
O Lord, make these holy souls who have arisen to build this temple the dawning points of the lights and manifestations of (thy) signs. |
|
|
SW_v05#05 p.068, SW_v07#07 p.058 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for service |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10773 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
...Verily the poems of Bishop Kan and John Newton are exalted, but it were possible |
|
|
SW_v08#08 p.100 |
|
|
The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
|
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| AB10774 |
no title |
60 |
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|
|
O thou seeker after the knowledge of numbers! Thy letter was received. The science of numbers is one of the common sciences |
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|
SW_v01#06 p.005 |
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|
Knowledge; recognition of God; Meanings of letters and numbers; jafr (gematria) |
- |
- |
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| AB10777 |
no title |
60 |
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|
...In reality, the radiant, pure hearts are the Mashrak-el-Azkar and from them the voice of supplication |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.135 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Outward and inward meanings |
- |
- |
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| AB10789 |
no title |
60 |
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|
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O ye friends of God! Show ye an endeavor that all the nations and communities of the world |
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|
SW_v07#18 p.187-188 |
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|
Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance |
- |
- |
|
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| AB10791 |
no title |
60 |
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|
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...Jesus Christ said only a few words to Peter, telling him that upon that rock he would |
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|
SW_v08#17 p.221, PTIM.057 |
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Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Saint Peter and Saint Paul; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
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| AB10792 |
no title |
60 |
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...All these wishes are well worthy of asking, especially the rescue from self-love |
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|
SW_v07#18 p.184 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Selfishness; self-love; egotism; self-indulgence |
- |
- |
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|
| AB10793 |
no title |
360 |
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O thou who art attracted to the Fragrances of God!... As to thy question: If the husband prevents his wife from entering into the Light… As to thy question concerning the additions to the Old Testament |
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|
SW_v09#07 p.086x, VTRM.023-025 |
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Idolatry; Marriage as means of spiritual progress |
- |
- |
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| AB10794 |
no title |
60 |
|
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|
O unequalled God! For this helpless child be a protector! For this weak and sinful one |
|
|
SW_v09#10 p.114 |
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|
Humility; meekness; lowliness; Prayer for protection; Prayer for spiritual recognition |
- |
- |
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|
| AB10799 |
no title |
60 |
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|
...In this great cycle and wonderful dispensation, the majority of those non-essential commands which refer to the body are to be administered by the House of Justice |
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|
SW_v06#16 p.127 |
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|
Changing and unchanging parts of religion; House of Justice; The Adamic cycle and the Baha'i cycle |
- |
- |
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|
| AB10819 |
no title |
170 |
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|
|
...Praise be to God He hath appeared with a luminous Countenance. Verily the Promised One is His Highness Bahá’u’lláh Who hath dawned from the Eastern horizon |
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|
SW_v09#01 p.005x, ACOA.052-053 |
|
|
Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| AB10943 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...Regarding thy question about the morning prayer. Both meanings are included in the word dawn: the natural dawn and the dawn of the Kingdom |
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|
DAS.1914-03-03x, SW_v08#04 p.048x |
|
|
Mindfulness; concentration; focus; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
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|
| AB10958 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O thou sweet singing bird! The new song has been received. Verily |
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|
SW_v11#16 p.276, BLO_PT#052.37 |
|
|
Music and singing; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB10977 |
no title |
150 |
|
|
|
My illumined Noory! According to what is mentioned, with abundant joy through the bounty of |
|
|
DAS.1914-06-13, SW_v09#10 p.115 |
|
|
Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11040 |
no title |
50 |
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|
|
O my Lord! confirm these Thy servants and maidservants with thy ever increasing |
|
|
DAS.1914-06-10, SW_v09#10 p.111 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for assistance; intercession |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11059 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
The song and anthem that Louise R. Waite raised in the Assembly of the Unity of Bahá'ís reached to the ears of the people of the Kingdom. |
|
|
SW_v14#09 p.278, PN_1909E p117 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11078 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...If a soul calls the people to the Kingdom of God according to the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh, there will be many listeners |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-24, SW_v04#15 p.253x, SW_v05#01 p.009x, ABIE.108, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Methods of teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Words vs deeds |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11079 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...The beloved of God and the maidservants of the Merciful intend to found a Mashriqu'l-Adhkar in Chicago. |
|
|
SW_v01#15 p.007 |
|
|
Business; financial; property matters; Call to action; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11081 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...Praise be to God, that with our soul and with your heart you are striving to guide |
|
|
SW_v09#08 p.090 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11085 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...But it is two or three years since a number of people are making efforts in Chicago |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.134-135 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11086 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...The basis of the Call must be the Oneness of the world of humanity |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-12, SW_v04#15 p.252, ABIE.058, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
East and West; communication between East and West; Methods of teaching the Cause; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11088 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...As to the matter of the building of the Mashrak-el-Azkar, that is, the matter of beginning |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.149 |
|
|
Business; financial; property matters; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11089 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...Certain regulations are revealed which in sure the welfare and well-being of all humanity |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.133x |
|
|
Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11090 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
Any Persian, whether Bahá'í, or belonging to the ancient religions of Persia--in short, any Persian |
|
|
SW_v06#12 p.095, BSTW#073c |
|
|
Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Personal instructions |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11091 |
no title |
50 |
Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha |
|
|
O thou seeing one! Know thou, verily, God hath preferred the insight to the sight |
|
|
TAB.604-605, SW_v07#16 p.151x, VTRM.018-019 |
|
|
Two kinds of knowledge [ilm and irfan]; sight and insight |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11092 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...Consider thy composure, for composure of thought will become the cause of one's confirmation in the service |
|
|
SW_v07#18 p.187 |
|
|
Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11093 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...An hundred good tidings that the doors of the Kingdom have been opened and the Call of the Lord of the Kingdom upraised. |
|
|
SW_v14#10 p.304-305 |
|
|
Blind imitation [taqlid]; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11096 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...Several plans and designs of the Mashrak-el-Azkar have been received from America |
|
|
SW_v06#17 p.140 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11105 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...The everlasting glory of the friends, and the heavenly sublimity of the believers, is to teach the Cause of God |
|
|
SW_v05#02 p.017 |
|
|
Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11107 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O Almighty! Endear thou this maidservant of Thy Threshold, Frau Ruoff |
|
|
BBBD.296, DAS.1914-04-18, SW_v05#13 p.202 |
|
|
Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for specific individuals; groups |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11108 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O ye beloved of God! Highway robbers are many and hypocrites are innumerable. |
|
|
SW_v06#12 p.093, BSTW#073a |
|
|
Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; False claims to divine revelation or spiritual stations |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11110 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O my Lord! Make them Thy refulgent dawns which shine and gleam upon the temple of unity |
|
|
SW_v05#05 p.071, SW_v05#10 p.151 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11114 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O God! Make this company of Bahai children eternal and everlasting; bestow blessing and profit |
|
|
SW_v11#19 p.330 |
|
|
Consultation; Prayer for children and youth |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11117 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
O thou kind God! I am a little babe; exalt me at the threshold of Thy Kingdom. I live |
|
|
SW_v09#10 p.115 |
|
|
Material and spiritual existence; two books; Prayers (general or uncategorized) |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11118 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...These souls who are not vivified and attracted by the Holy Spirit are accounted among the dead |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.038x, BSTW#043a |
|
|
Soul; spirit after death; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11119 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...By the life of Baha! He who is filled with the love of the Glory (of God) and forgets all things, the Holy Spirit will be heard |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.099, BSTW#369b |
|
|
Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11120 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
...On the shore of Lake Michigan a piece of land is blessed because it has been mentioned by the name of Mashrekol-Azkar |
|
|
SW_v11#11 p.169x |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11212 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...O handmaiden of God! Verily, God has confirmed thee in spreading the fragrances of God in those climes. Be a pillar of fire and a cloud of light and a blessed tree in the vineyard of God, the Precious, the Forgiving |
|
|
SW_v14#11 p.353x |
|
|
Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Mary Magdalene; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11218 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...With regard to the printing of any book that concerns the Cause, it is not permissible except with permission from the Centre of the Covenant, whether that be of the blessed Tablets or the composition of the friends, otherwise there is great danger |
|
|
SW_v09#05 p.060x |
|
|
Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Business; financial; property matters; Praise and encouragement; Review of publications |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11263 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...The judgment of God hath come; respond ye unto the call of God! Hearken ye |
|
|
SW_v05#03 p.037 |
|
|
Call to action; Predictions and prophecies |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11264 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Today the greatness of the believers of God depends upon delivering the Cause of God |
|
|
SW_v07#10 p.098 |
|
|
Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universality of the Cause; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11267 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast written concerning the spiritual meeting. The spiritual meeting must be in the utmost state of ecstasy and tumult |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-09, SW_v13#10 p.276x, ABIE.048, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11268 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast written regarding the love and unity of the believers and their firmness in |
|
|
SW_v08#17 p.227x |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11269 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...The believers of God from now on must think about going to the Panama-Pacific International Exposition |
|
|
SW_v05#17 p.265, MAX.312bx |
|
|
Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11274 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Whosoever claims that Abdu'l-Baha has given to him a tablet or sent a cablegram he must prove it |
|
|
SW_v06#12 p.094-095, BSTW#073c |
|
|
Authentication; disposition of the Sacred Writings; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11276 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...I desire every Bahá'í to be severed and detached. If he passes between two mountains of gold, he must not look to either side. |
|
|
DAS.1913-08-01, SW_v07#10 p.099, ABIE.141, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11280 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Thou hast asked what shouldst thou do and what prayer shouldst thou offer in order to become informed of the Mysteries of God |
|
|
DAS.1913-07-26, SW_v07#10 p.099, SW_v08#04 p.047, ABIE.117, BLO_PN#007 |
|
|
Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Power of prayer |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11282 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
O thou who art athirst for the Water of Life! This manifest book is the fountainhead of the Water of Life Eternal. |
|
|
SW_v14#05 p.124, BSTW#044 |
|
|
Living waters; water of life; Study; deepening; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11285 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...To be approved of God alone should be one's aim. And has thou realized thy own shortcomings? |
|
|
SW_v07#18 p.185 |
|
|
Attaining good pleasure of God; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Knowledge of self; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11287 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
O thou endued with the Spirit of Life! The call of God hath proved the very life of the |
|
|
SW_v14#01 p.019, BP1926.027 |
|
|
Predictions and prophecies; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11292 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...In the world of being the meeting is blessed when the white and colored races meet together |
|
|
ADJ.038-039x, SW_v12#05 p.103 |
|
|
Praise and encouragement; Race unity; racial issues |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11293 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...It is difficult for the weak ones to endure the tests but for souls like you, it is very easy |
|
|
SW_v08#19 p.240x |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11297 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...This talk opens with the words "About six hundred years ago." This Society was founded in the city of Hamadan |
|
|
SW_v08#14 p.204x |
|
|
Grammatical and other discrepancies in the Sacred Writings; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Past, present and future of Iran |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11298 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Absolute equality amongst men: this would be impossible. There is needed some organization which will bring about an order in this disorder. |
|
|
SW_v13#12 p.323 |
|
|
Maintainance of degrees in society |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11301 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Turn thy face sincerely toward God; be severed from all save God; be ablaze with the fire of the love of God |
|
|
SW_v08#04 p.048 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11302 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...The question of the school of Tarbiat is very important. Through the Bounty and Providence of the True One it must become evident |
|
|
SW_v01#05 p.003 |
|
|
Call to action; Excellence; distinction |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11303 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...There exists a great Confirmation in the School of Tarbiat |
|
|
SW_v01#05 p.003x |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Education of children; moral education; Generosity [kirama]; Praise and encouragement |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11308 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
O maidservant of God! Hold fast to the Covenant which hath emanated from the Supreme Pen |
|
|
SW_v11#12 p.201 |
|
|
Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Prophecy and fulfillment |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11312 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...Verily, the founding of the Mashriqu'l-Adhkar will mark the inception of the Kingdom of God on earth |
|
|
SW_v05#04 p.051 |
|
|
Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11340 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11374 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11386 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11413 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11416 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11419 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11422 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11426 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11429 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11433 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11437 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11439 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11442 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11444 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11452 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11456 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11492 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11498 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11520 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11525 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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] |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11533 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11538 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11545 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11551 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11553 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11557 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11563 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11568 |
no title |
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 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11574 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11579 |
no title |
10 |
|
|
|
...The time has not yet arrived, even in those countries (America) |
|
|
SW_v01#03 p.004x |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11586 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11590 |
no title |
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 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11595 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
10 |
|
|
|
...Be not disappointed in thyself; trust thou in the favor and bounty of his highness, the Almighty. |
|
|
SW_v07#18 p.187 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11607 |
no title |
10 |
|
|
|
...We should do little things as well as great things for the love of God. |
|
|
SW_v14#06 p.167 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11612 |
no title |
10 |
|
|
|
...The Lord of the day of the manifestation is his highness, Baha'o'llah. |
|
|
SW_v09#01 p.006x |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| AB11616 |
no title |
10 |
|
|
|
...Assuredly ye will achieve a Conquest in California |
|
|
SW_v02#13 p.006 |
|
|
|
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0213 |
no title |
890 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
In reality the geographical position of the Central States has great importance.... Likewise, great importance must be given to the development of the Star of the West |
|
|
BSC.546 #986, SW_v10#07 p.126-127+138, SW_v10#04 p.081, SW_v11#01 p.016 |
|
|
House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Newspapers and the media; publications; Review of publications; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Universality of the Cause |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0225 |
no title |
870 |
|
|
|
...These twelve basic Bahá'í principles were laid down by Baha'o'llah over sixty years ago |
|
|
SW_v11#01 p.004-005, SW_v12#01 p.012-013 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Oneness; unity of religion; Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Supreme tribunal; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal education; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0451 |
no title |
580 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
|
I pray for your health and happiness. Consider the distance I have traveled and reflect on the great desire.... Be pure--to be pure is to be selfless |
|
|
SW_v07#18 p.185x, ADP.047-050 |
|
|
Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Martyrs and martyrdom; Mary Magdalene; Presence of; reunion with God; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Stories; anecdotes |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0461 |
no title |
570 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
|
To see the joy of divine gladness on your faces is the cause of my happiness, for when I see you happy, I am happy also. |
|
|
SW_v13#05 p.101, ADP.069-073 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Martyrs and martyrdom; Oneness; unity of religion; Power of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0472 |
no title |
560 |
|
|
|
True happiness is found in purity of thought. Whenever I look into your radiant faces I am made most happy because your thoughts are pure |
|
|
SW_v13#05 p.102-104 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; High station of learning; Shrines and Holy places; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0498 |
no title |
540 |
|
|
|
When the Blessed Perfection (Baha'u'llah) was exiled from Bagdad the large number |
|
|
SW_v13#10 p.277-278, BKOG.179+186+192x |
|
|
Acknowledgment of gift; of monetary contribution; Banishment to; life in Constantinople; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0725 |
no title |
410 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
|
All that has been created is for man who is at the apex of creation and who must be thankful |
|
|
SW_v08#06 p.063, ADP.134-136 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Man is the sum; pinnacle; fruit of creation; Monasticism; asceticism; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Stories; anecdotes; Thankfulness; gratitude; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0752 |
no title |
400 |
|
|
|
Every plan is in need of a power for its execution. Today the penetrative power in the world of existence is the confirmation of the Kingdom of Abha… Teaching the Cause of God does not depend on scientific attainment |
|
|
DAS.1914-10-29?, SW_v13#06 p.132 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0903 |
no title |
340 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
|
Each religion teaches that a mediator is necessary between man and the Creator |
|
|
SW_v14#04 p.110-111, ADP.033-035 |
|
|
Manifestation of God as mediator; Manifestation of God as sun; Oneness or innumerability of the Manifestations of God; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0935 |
no title |
330 |
|
|
|
Normal spiritual joy has a healing effect upon the body. I can conceive of no greater joy than teaching the Cause of God |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.061 |
|
|
Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Words vs deeds |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU0974 |
no title |
320 |
|
|
|
There are two kinds of life. There is that existence which is palpable to our touch but does not grow or possess sensation |
|
|
SW_v14#01 p.010, PTIM.046 |
|
|
Limits of the intellect; Soul; spirit after death; The lower is unable to comprehend the higher |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1108 |
no title |
290 |
|
|
|
Endeavor and strive eagerly that you may progress and advance rapidly. You are born in this holy day |
|
|
SW_v09#08 p.095-096 |
|
|
Bringing oneself to account each day; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1343 |
no title |
240 |
|
|
|
The government of Persia said: "As long as Baha'o'llah is in Persia the country |
|
|
SW_v08#13 p.170 |
|
|
Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Banishment to; life in Constantinople; Growth of the Cause; Power of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1349 |
no title |
240 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
|
In the Gospels it is written that the Christ said... What must be the result of a human life? It is evident that the goal is not to eat |
|
|
SW_v08#02 p.028x, ADP.039-040 |
|
|
Development of capacity and readiness; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Literal interpretation; Purpose; goal of creation; Return of Christ; second coming of Christ; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1382 |
no title |
230 |
|
|
|
O ye friends of God! The morn of guidance is radiant and the hearts of the people of faithfulness are like unto a garden |
|
|
DAS.1914-06-25, SW_v13#07 p.186-187 |
|
|
Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1416 |
no title |
230 |
|
|
|
The law of peace has come to stay. We are living in the radiant age of peace. We are daily advancing in the path of peace. |
|
|
SW_v13#11 p.293-294 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Unity of governments; political unity; War and peace |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1418 |
no title |
230 |
|
|
|
It is most difficult to stand unshaken during the days of trials. When we were living in Baghdad |
|
|
SW_v14#06 p.166 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Stories; anecdotes; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU1720 |
no title |
180 |
|
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If so great a remedy would be applied to the sick body of the world, it would certainly be the means of continually and permanently |
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SW_v07#15 p.137 |
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The Lesser Peace and the Most Great Peace; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
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- |
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| ABU1722 |
no title |
180 |
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Give my greeting to the friends in Washington and say: 'O ye believers of God! I am always thinking of the days |
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SW_v10#06 p.112 |
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Disregarding own capacity in teaching the Cause; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| ABU1734 |
no title |
180 |
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At the time when the Bab was being driven by his enemies from place to place |
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SW_v14#06 p.181, STAB#072 |
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Stories; anecdotes; The Bab; the Primal Point; station and claims of the Bab; The power of words; of speech; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU1886 |
no title |
160 |
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Now listen unto what I say for it is the foundation of success and the basis of righteousness |
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SW_v08#15 p.209-210, CUPAB.009-010 |
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Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| ABU1887 |
no title |
160 |
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The Blessed Beauty of El-Abha (Baha'o'llah) - may the divine souls of the existence be |
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SW_v08#13 p.161 |
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Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
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| ABU1890 |
no title |
160 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
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God has given man a heart and the heart must have some attachment |
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SW_v07#16 p.162, ADP.136-138 |
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High station of the true believer; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Power of the mind over nature; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
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| ABU1892 |
no title |
160 |
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Verily the founding of the Mashrak-el-Azkar will mark the inception of the Kingdom of God on earth. |
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LOG#2051x, SW_v08#12 p.148x, BW_v01p061 |
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Connection between material and spiritual worlds; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
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| ABU1905 |
no title |
160 |
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Such is the way that must be adopted, for only through intimate association.... The Temple of Ishkabad is unique in that it is the first temple of the kind |
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SW_v11#01 p.015+019, SW_v13#10 p.263 |
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Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Music and singing; Power of prayer; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| ABU2029 |
no title |
140 |
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It is wonderful, priceless boon to be a vessel carrying food from God. It cannot be bought with gold. The first condition of a religious teacher |
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LOG#1998x, SW_v14#02 p.060 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; High station of teachers of the Cause; Pure intentions in teaching the Cause; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Words vs deeds |
- |
- |
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| ABU2030 |
no title |
140 |
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There must be amongst the believers of God the greatest amount of love. The friends of God must be willing to sacrifice their lives for each other |
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SW_v16#04 p.505 |
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Growth of the Cause; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
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| ABU2031 |
no title |
140 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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The darkness of this gloomy night shall pass away. Again the sun of Reality will dawn |
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BSC.548 #990, SW_v09#13 p.141 |
Mea & Mitra |
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Call to action; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
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| ABU2072 |
no title |
130 |
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|
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Every century holds the solution of one predominating problem. Although there may be many problems |
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COC#1605x, LOG#1420x, SW_v07#15 p.136 |
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Call to action; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
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| ABU2112 |
no title |
130 |
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I desire for you distinction. The Bahais must be distinguished from others of humanity. But this distinction must not |
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SW_v13#05 p.117 |
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Excellence; distinction; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU2119 |
no title |
130 |
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As to your art, it is one of the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh that art is identical with an act of worship... Say, 'I have two arts, one physical, the other spiritual. |
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SW_v14#06 p.177 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Goodly deeds; actions; Literature; drama; humanities; the arts; Material and spiritual existence; two books; The concourse on high; Work as worship |
- |
- |
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| ABU2125 |
no title |
130 |
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[At some period of history, there was a rivalry beween Greek and Japanese artists.] This competition became so keen that an opportunity was given to these artists to compare their skill. |
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SW_v02#04 p.004, STAB#142 |
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Stories; anecdotes; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
- |
- |
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| ABU2292 |
no title |
110 |
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|
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No one can ever imagine even faintly how we were surrounded from all sides by |
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SW_v08#13 p.164-165 |
|
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2295 |
no title |
110 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
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Truth is the word of God, which gives life to humanity. It restores sight to the blind and hearing to the deaf |
|
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BSC.494 #953, SW_v14#06 p.164 |
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Human soul as mirror; divine light, attributes within; Love of God; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
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| ABU2296 |
no title |
110 |
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I cared more for hearing the Tablets of the Bab recited than anything else. I used |
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SW_v09#18 p.201-202, AELT.020 fn |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Kindness to and rights of animals; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Youth and pre-ministry of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| ABU2304 |
no title |
110 |
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|
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This wonderful age has rent asuner the veils of superstition…. Music is most important. Music is the heart's own language. Its vibrations uplift the spirit |
|
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SW_v15#05 p.131 |
|
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Critique of Eastern values; culture; Music and singing |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2399 |
no title |
100 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
|
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Your child will have extraordinary capacities. It will be a Bahai. Rear it in the teachings |
|
|
SW_v09#09 p.101, ADP.092-093 |
|
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Education of children; moral education; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universality of the Cause; Youth and pre-ministry of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2409 |
no title |
100 |
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|
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At the city gate four travelers sat, a Persian, a Turk, an Arab, and a Greek. They were hungry and wanted their evening meal |
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SW_v09#18 p.211, VLAB.156, STAB#139 |
|
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Stories; anecdotes; Unity in diversity; Universal language |
- |
- |
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| ABU2410 |
no title |
100 |
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|
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Man in this age has learned the weight of the sun, the path of a star, the movement of an eclipse |
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|
SW_v16#05 p.518 |
|
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High station of the arts and sciences; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Perfection; imperfection of nature; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Purpose; goal of creation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
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| ABU2412 |
no title |
100 |
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|
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Bahá'u'lláh departed to Sarkalu alone. Nobody knew just where he was, even we |
|
|
SW_v08#13 p.166 |
|
|
Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Power of the Manifestation of God |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2520 |
no title |
90 |
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|
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Since that date consider how conditions have changed, and how every one of those who oppressed |
|
|
SW_v08#13 p.173 |
|
|
Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Martyrs and martyrdom; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2539 |
no title |
90 |
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|
|
You must not injure yourselves or commit suicide.... It is not permissible to do to yourselves what Mirza Hassan Afnan did to himself. |
|
|
SW_v12#18 p.280-281 |
|
|
Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Martyrs and martyrdom; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Suicide; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2677 |
no title |
80 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
All the civic affairs and the legislation of material laws for the increasing needs of the enlightened humanity |
|
|
LOG#1061x, BSC.425 #768.1x, SW_v07#15 p.139 |
|
|
Changing and unchanging parts of religion; House of Justice; Laws of God; of the Kitab-i-Aqdas |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2678 |
no title |
80 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
As regards the places for the convening of such a general body, it will be decided by the members. The Universal House of Justice |
|
|
BSC.425 #768.2x, SW_v07#15 p.139 |
|
|
House of Justice |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2682 |
no title |
80 |
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|
|
In this age, Baha'o'llah has breathed the Holy Spirit into the dead body of the world. Consequently every weak soul |
|
|
SW_v05#04 p.054, SW_v06#15 p.120, SW_v06#16 p.121, SW_v08#01 p.001, SW_v08#12 p.146, SW_v13#01 p.007, BSTW#324 |
|
|
Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; 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; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2687 |
no title |
80 |
|
|
|
There are two kinds of love: one is direct love which proceeds from a person to |
|
|
SW_v08#11 p.139 |
|
|
Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2692 |
no title |
80 |
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|
|
As long as ye can, strive to set aglow the hearts with love; be attracted to one another |
|
|
SW_v08#12 p.144 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2696 |
no title |
80 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
Praise be to God that thou hast found guidance... This turning the face toward God is the healing of the body, the mind and the soul.... Therefore sacrifice all thy talents at the feet |
|
|
BSC.490 #941, SW_v08#18 p.233x |
|
|
Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2802 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
In spite of all difficulties Baha'o'llah was ever in an exalted state; his face shone |
|
|
SW_v08#13 p.171 |
|
|
Rejection, opposition and persecution |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU2808 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
People have come to realize that in unity there lies strength; in concentration of purpose there is power |
|
|
SW_v16#05 p.509 |
|
|
Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2812 |
no title |
70 |
|
|
|
God is the Creator of all the creatures. He made men to dwell in His land and He made them rulers of whatsoever exists of animals, vegetables, minerals, water and air |
|
|
SW_v12#17 p.260, DWN_v4#01 p.001, DWN_v6#09 p.001 |
|
|
Nationalism; love of country; Oneness; unity of religion; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2867 |
no title |
60 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
I desire that every one of the believers may become an ignited candle... Today the confirmations of the kingdom of Abha are with those who renounce themselves... The master-key to self-mastery is self-forgetfulness |
|
|
LOG#0390x, BSC.548 #992, SW_v11#01 p.018x |
|
|
Being a source of light; guidance; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Service to others; to the Cause of God; The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2875 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
Ordinary a moral teacher strives day and night until a person abandons one of his many evil attributes. But as soon as the guidance |
|
|
SW_v13#05 p.114 |
|
|
Fulfillment of true potential; Second birth; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2950 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
The Bahá’í message is a call to religious unity and not an invitation to a new religion, not a new path to immortality. |
|
|
SW_v15#02 p.028, DWN_v5#02 p.002 |
|
|
Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Oneness; unity of religion; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU2962 |
no title |
60 |
|
|
|
When I was a little boy in Teheran I was followed and beaten by the boys and the |
|
|
SW_v09#18 p.201, PTIM.054 |
|
|
Rejection, opposition and persecution; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3041 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
the kings and rulers of the world are not yet ready to acknowledge that universal peace is conducive to the life of the world of humanity. |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.136-137 |
|
|
Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Power of faith; power of the spirit; Status of kings; future of monarchy; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3086 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
The human body is in need of material force, but the spirit has need of the Holy Spirit. |
|
|
SW_v08#08 p.102x, IHP.062, BLO_PN#046 |
|
|
Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; True liberty; freedom |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3097 |
no title |
50 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
The election of temporary members of the assemblies of the kingdom should depend upon the choice and satisfaction of the public |
|
|
BSC.424 #767.3x, SW_v07#15 p.139 |
|
|
Parliaments; constitutional government; Relationship between government and people |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3100 |
no title |
50 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
|
|
Firstly: The elected members must be religious persons, God-fearing, high-minded and followers of the law. |
|
|
BSC.424 #767.2x, SW_v07#15 p.138-139 |
|
|
Elections; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3107 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
Blessed is he who proclaims the doctrine of Spiritual Brotherhood, for he shall be the Child of Light |
|
|
SW_v12#01 p.013 |
|
|
Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3108 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
Truly I say unto thee, every maidservant who arises in this day in the mystery of sacrifice in the path of God |
|
|
SW_v07#12 p.115-116 |
|
|
Angels; Praise and encouragement; Role and station of women; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3109 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
Today the true duty of a powerful king is to establish universal peace: for verily it signifies the freedom of all the people of the world. |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.136 |
|
|
Status of kings; future of monarchy; True liberty; freedom; Unity of governments; political unity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3110 |
no title |
50 |
|
|
|
Through the bounty and favor of God think nothing difficult or impossible. God is so bountiful that He brings fire out from the stone; inflammable matter jets out from the interior of the earth |
|
|
SW_v16#04 p.473 |
|
|
Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3170 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
The most important of all matters in question, and that with which it is most specially necessary to deal effectively, is the promotion of education. |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.137, SW_v07#15 p.141-142 |
|
|
Education of children; moral education; Fanaticism and hatred; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Universal education |
- |
- |
|
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| ABU3172 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
Praise be to God! Your hearts are overflowing with the love of God and you have no great attachment to this world. |
|
|
SW_v14#02 p.061, DJT.072, BLO_PN#027 |
|
|
Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3176 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
It is not your work but that of the Holy Spirit which you breathe forth through the Word. |
|
|
SW_v08#12 p.148 |
|
|
Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Work as worship |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3179 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
We know a violator, Abdu'l-Baha says, as we know a donkey when we see him, because violation of the Covenant, he says has a pungent odor |
|
|
SW_v09#05 p.062 |
|
|
Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Mystery of the great reversal; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3180 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
...in like manner, when the sincere purposes and the justice of the sovereign, the knowledge and perfect political efficiency of the ministers of state |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.147 |
|
|
Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Relationship between government and people; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3245 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
The time will come in the near future when humanity will become so much more sensitive than at present |
|
|
SW_v08#01 p.004-005 |
|
|
Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3246 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
There shall not be any separation among the believers because Baha'u'llah has appointed the House of Justice to be the authority |
|
|
SW_v12#18 p.280 |
|
|
House of Justice |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3257 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
Another characteristic of progress consists in the earnest and sincere development of public education |
|
|
SW_v07#15 p.137 |
|
|
Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Promotion of commerce and industry; Universal education |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3258 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
Gradually racial prejudices will be dispelled. There will come a day when the German will say to the Frenchman, 'I am a Frenchman' |
|
|
SW_v14#08 p.242 |
|
|
Predictions and prophecies; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3260 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
Be thou resolute and steadfast. When the tree is firmly rooted it will bear fruit |
|
|
SW_v08#19 p.239 |
|
|
Consolation and comfort; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3269 |
no title |
40 |
|
|
|
If a person desires to work for the progress of the world of humanity he must turn his face to the Kingdom of Abha |
|
|
SW_v13#06 p.132 |
|
|
Call to action; Material world a reflection of the spiritual; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
- |
- |
|
|
| ABU3330 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
no title |
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 |
- |
- |
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| ABU3343 |
no title |
30 |
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Although Abdu'l-Baha considers himself as a drop, yet this drop is connected with the Most Great Sea. |
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SW_v08#15 p.211 |
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Humility; meekness; lowliness; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU3348 |
no title |
30 |
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In the world of existence there is no power as efficacious and as penetrative as the power of love. |
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SW_v05#10 p.154 |
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Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; One universal law; attractive power of love; Power of love; War and peace |
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| ABU3349 |
no title |
30 |
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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. |
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SW_v15#01 p.037, SW_v16#07 p.600 |
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Education of children; moral education; High station of learning; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
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| ABU3362 |
no title |
30 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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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 |
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BSC.446.12 #812x, SW_v13#09 p.231 |
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Elections; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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- |
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| ABU3425 |
no title |
30 |
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I have trained Zeenat Khanum, and having confidence in her, therefore, I sent her to America |
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SW_v05#04 p.058 |
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Exhortations and counsels; Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3427 |
no title |
30 |
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riches earned by personal effort with divine assistance, in various trades, agriculture and the arts, and rightly administered |
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SW_v07#15 p.145 |
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Agriculture; Conduct in finance and business; Promotion of commerce and industry; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Work as worship |
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- |
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| ABU3525 |
no title |
20 |
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It is most clear and manifest that national affairs will never revolve around their |
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SW_v07#15 p.138, SW_v07#15 p.141, SW_v09#07 p.082 |
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Education of children; moral education; Unity of governments; political unity; Unity of thought and belief; Universal education |
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- |
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| ABU3534 |
no title |
20 |
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The outpouring of the Holy Spirit changes the small acorn into an over-shadowing tree |
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SW_v08#08 p.103 |
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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 |
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- |
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| ABU3535 |
no title |
20 |
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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. |
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SW_v08#08 p.104 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power of prayer; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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- |
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| ABU3546 |
no title |
20 |
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...(Under such circumstances) if I should fail to make an effort to protect you, I should be not only responsible |
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SW_v08#12 p.154 |
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Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics |
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- |
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| ABU3561 |
no title |
20 |
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The withered and faded are refreshed, the joyless becomes happy, the extinct |
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SW_v08#08 p.103 |
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| ABU3593 |
no title |
10 |
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Children of unbelievers and infidels who die before the age of responsibility are not punished, because they are under the favor of God. |
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SW_v09#09 p.101 |
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Chastisement and requital; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Justice and wrath of God |
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- |
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| ABU3594 |
no title |
10 |
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I mean the heaven from which Christ descended and to which he ascended--the heaven of divine Will, the heaven of spirituality |
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SW_v13#06 p.148 |
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Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Resurrection of Christ |
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- |
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| ABU3595 |
no title |
10 |
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Give the message with love and joy to those we meet and leave the souls to God. |
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SW_v13#04 p.090x |
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- |
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| ABU3607 |
no title |
10 |
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The body is the word. The spirit is its meaning. The word passes. The meaning remains. |
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SW_v13#04 p.090x |
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Outward and inward meanings |
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- |
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| ABU3608 |
no title |
10 |
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Religion is an attitude toward God which reflects itself in our attitude towards men. |
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SW_v13#04 p.090x |
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Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU3614 |
no title |
10 |
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Be not grieved on account of poverty for true wealth is surging and inundating like unto the ocean. |
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SW_v08#02 p.020 |
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Consolation and comfort; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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- |
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| ABU3624 |
no title |
10 |
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Truth (the highest truth) is unattainable except through the favor of the Holy Spirit. |
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SW_v08#08 p.098 |
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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 |
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- |
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| ABU3630 |
no title |
10 |
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I am a servant and this station I have chosen for myself. |
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SW_v08#15 p.210 |
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| ABU3667 |
no title |
450 |
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Today the dynamic energy of the Holy Spirit has poured in such volume through the Messenger of God that even the masses of men have received it… The labour saving machines were given to create leisure for all mankind |
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SW_v24#04 p.106 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Universal education; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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- |
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| ABU3683 |
no title |
170 |
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"There are many kinds of martyrdom. How many times have I prayed for it… So Christ never suffered upon the cross |
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SW_v24#04 p.105 |
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Crucifixion; ascension of Christ; Martyrs and martyrdom; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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- |
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| ABU3702 |
no title |
100 |
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Many people come here in a gala journey. They stop at the best hotels. They come here when they have nothing to fear, they travel in a company of friends and are a gay crowd! |
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SW_v24#04 p.104 |
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Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| BB00616 |
no title |
60 |
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In the Name of God, the victor of the most victorious, proclaim: God will assist all those who arise to serve Him. No one is able to deprive Him of His majesty, His dominion, His sovereignty, for in the heaven and the earth and in all the realms of God He is the victorious and the conqueror! |
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SW_v10#01 p.6 |
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Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Rendering assistance to God; victory [nusrat] |
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- |
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| BH01160 |
no title |
720 |
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انادیک حینئذ یا الهی حین الذی توقد سراج الاحدیه فی مشکاه البیضاء و یذوب هذا |
I invoke Thee, oh My God, at the time that the Lamp of Unity will be lighted in the White Niche |
INBA49:278, INBA92:050b, BLIB_Or15696.140b, |
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SW_v08#14 p.186 |
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Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Heaven and paradise; heaven and hell; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| BH03590 |
no title |
260 |
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The time of former things is past and a new time has become manifest, and all things are made new by the desire of God. |
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SW_v14#04 p.110 |
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Prophecy and fulfillment; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| BH03775 |
no title |
250 |
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Rejoice! Rejoice! O children of Israel, in the graces of the Manifestation of the Glorious Lord |
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SW_v04#17 p.282 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Mosaic imagery; Praise and encouragement; Proclamation to Jews; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| BH03965 |
no title |
240 |
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O God, my God! Thou seest these wayward servants of Thine lost in the wilderness of error |
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SW_v14#03 p.082 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Prayers (general or uncategorized); Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| BH04359 |
no title |
220 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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Praise be to Thee, O God of Names and Creator of Heaven! Praise be to Thee |
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BP1929.vii, SW_v05#03 p.033, SW_v12#01 p.006-007, SW_v15#01 p.009, BSC.183 #263 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Praise and encouragement |
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- |
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| BH06900 |
no title |
150 |
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Separation from the things of the world is a sun. If it shines forth from the horizon of the heaven of any soul |
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SW_v14#11 p.321 |
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Crimson Ark; the Ark of God; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience |
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- |
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| BH09725 |
no title |
100 |
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O my Lord, my Adored One and my Desire! Lowly and suppliant, I implore Thee to shield me |
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SW_v13#12 p.332, DWN_v5#01 p.001-002 |
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Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Prayer for protection; Prayers (general or uncategorized); Rendering assistance to God; victory [nusrat]; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
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- |
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| BH09726 |
no title |
100 |
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O peoples, do not spill blood and do not seize the goods of others. By my life, the sword of good character and kindness is sharper than a sword of iron |
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SW_v01#18 p.005 |
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High station of learning; Murder; causing physical harm; Theft; seizing the properties of others; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| BH10134 |
no title |
90 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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O our God, we beg of Thee by the King of Names and Maker of heaven and earth, and by the rustling… instant, exact and complete obedience. |
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SW_v14#06 p.166x, BSC.186 #272, BP1929.033 |
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Development of capacity and readiness; Prayer for unity; Servitude; submission to God; repentance |
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- |
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| BH10505 |
no title |
80 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Bahá'í Prayers [2002] |
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O my God! O my God! Unite the hearts of Thy servants and reveal to them Thy great purpose. |
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BPRY.238, BNE.098, SW_v02#04 p.013, SW_v10#05 p.151, BSC.187 #275, BP1929.035-036, PN_1909B p057 |
Juliet & Adam, The Badasht Project (1), The Badasht Project (2), G.H. Miller, NKAK, D. Gundry, The Descendants, A. Bryan, E. Mahony, F. Doomun-Rouhani & M. Brown, JC, Nabil & Karim, A. Tahirih R. Weiss, O. Master, E. Dozier, A. Youssefi, The Cocker Brothers, O. Devine, Ine, W. Heath, Soulrise Melodies, E. Hamilton, Ahdieh, S. Toloui-Wallace |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Prayer for unity; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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- |
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| BH10511 |
no title |
80 |
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The Son of Greatness hath said that which is revealed from the heaven of Will in this Supreme Manifestation |
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SW_v10#05 p.091 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| BH11203 |
no title |
50 |
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It has been our aim to uplift man, through exalted Words, unto the Supreme Horizon |
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SW_v06#01 p.001, SW_v10#05 p.091 |
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Oneness; unity of religion; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| BH11358 |
no title |
40 |
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I declare by the Sun of Truth, which has shone forth from the highest horizon of the world |
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SW_v10#05 p.092 |
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Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social); Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
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- |
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| BH11361 |
no title |
40 |
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O ye discerning ones! Verily, the words which have descended from the heaven of the Will of God |
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ADJ.037ax, SW_v01#04 p.021x |
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Race unity; racial issues; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| BH11363 |
no title |
40 |
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Blessed is he who loved the world simply for the sake of the face of his generous Lord. With perfect compassion and mercy |
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SW_v10#05 p.092 |
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Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
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- |
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| BH11453 |
no title |
30 |
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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! |
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SW_v08#04 p.048 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| BH11456 |
no title |
30 |
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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. |
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SW_v10#05 p.091 |
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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 |
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- |
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| BH11460 |
no title |
30 |
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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. |
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SW_v02#05 p.015 |
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Absolute freedom; independence of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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- |
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| BHU0030 |
no title |
90 |
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At stated periods souls are sent to earth by the Mighty God with what we call the Power of the Great Ether. And they who possess this power can do anything |
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EBTB.081-082, CHH.133, SW_v08#15 p.205, DJT.309, FDA.030 |
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Christ; Christianity; Power of the Manifestation of God |
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- |
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| ABU0186 |
Address at New York Peace Society reception, spoken on 1912-05-13 |
940 |
Bahá'í World Faith; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Although I felt indisposed this afternoon, yet because I attach great importance to this assembly |
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BWF.231-235, PUP#048 (p.123-126), FWU.020, SW_v03#08 p.014-015 |
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Predictions and prophecies; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Suffering and imprisonment; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
- |
- |
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| ABU0900 |
Address to a group of Bahá'í women at Hotel La Salle in Chicago, 1912-05-02 |
340 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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When we look upon the kingdoms of creation below man, we find three forms or planes of existence |
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PUP#033 (p.077-078), SW_v03#04 p.014-015, PN_1912 p084 |
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Education and the development of capacity; Evolution; human evolution; Manifestation of God as sun; Need for an educator; Power of the Manifestation of God; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God |
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- |
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| ABU0554 |
Address to the Baha'is at 1901 18th St. NW in Washington, 1912-11-10 |
500 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I am greatly pleased with the friends in Washington and experience real happiness in meeting them |
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PUP#127 (p.428-430), SW_v06#13 p.103-104 |
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Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Growth of the Cause; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering; rejection of Christ |
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- |
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| ABU0818 |
Address to the Baha'is at 309 W 78th St in New York, 1912-06-12 |
370 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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You are all exceedingly welcome. Do you realize how much you should thank God for His blessings? |
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PUP#067 (p.187-189), SW_v03#10 p.015 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Thankfulness; gratitude |
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- |
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| ABU0066 |
Address to the Baha'is at home of Corinne True in Chicago, 1912-11-01 |
1430 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I am well pleased with every person here this evening and most happy in meeting the friends |
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PUP#116 (p.383-387), SW_v05#15 p.230-231+234, SW_v08#17 p.223+ 227 |
The Friends in Chicago |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Martyrs and martyrdom; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU0412 |
Address to the Baha'is at Hotel Plaza in Chicago, 1912-10-31 |
610 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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In Los Angeles and San Francisco great interest was manifested in the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh.... After His Holiness Christ, there were many who appeared who were instrumental |
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PUP#115 (p.381-383), SW_v08#14 p.188-189, SW_v09#13 p.147-148, BSTW#052mx |
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Avoidance of Covenant-Breakers; Christian doctrine and practice; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU0970 |
Address to the Baha'is at Kinney home in New York, 1912-04-11 |
320 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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How are you? You are welcome. After arriving today, although tired, still I had the utmost longing and yearning to see you |
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PUP#001 (p.003-004), SW_v03#10 p.004-005 |
R. Yazhari |
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Love of God; Praise and encouragement; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization |
* |
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First chapter of the book "The Promulgation of Universal Peace", a collection of 140 talks given during ‘Abdu’l-Bahá's 1912 visit to the United States and Canada. |
| ABU0579 |
Address to the Baha'is at Krug home in New York, 1912-07-15 |
480 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I am greatly pleased to see you. Your hearts are illumined by the lights of Baha |
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PUP#083 (p.236-237), SW_v04#06 p.103+106, PN_1912 p112, BSTW#351d |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Study; deepening; Thankfulness; gratitude; Words vs deeds |
- |
- |
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| ABU0259 |
Address to the Baha'is at MacNutt home in New York, 1912-06-16 |
800 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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This is a splendid gathering, a meeting of the maidservants of the Merciful and the beloved of God |
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LOG#1377x, PUP#070 (p.194-197), SW_v03#10 p.017-019 |
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Astrology and numerology; Development of capacity and readiness; Growth and progress is gradual and according to capacity; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU0394 |
Address to the Baha'is at Parsons home in Washington, 1912-04-24 |
630 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Bahá'í Prayers [2002] |
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You are welcome this afternoon, most welcome. I am ever happy to see you. I ask God that meeting me... O Thou merciful God! O Thou Who art mighty and powerful! |
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BPRY.087-088x, PUP#022 (p.054-056), SW_v03#03 p.020-021 |
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Cycles in the physical and spiritual worlds; Declaration of Baha'u'llah; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for the spiritual progress of others; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| ABU0336 |
Address to the Baha'is at Parsons home in Washington, 1912-11-07 |
700 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Consider events in the Balkans today where a great conflagration of war is furiously raging |
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PUP#119 (p.397-399), SW_v06#02 p.017-018 |
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Martyrdom of the Bab; Predictions and prophecies; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
- |
- |
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| ABU0094 |
Address to the Baha'is at Parsons home in Washington, 1912-11-09 |
1260 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
|
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The address delivered last evening in the Jewish synagogue evidently disturbed some |
|
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PUP#122 (p.411-415), SW_v06#02 p.011-013+016 |
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Christ; Christianity; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause |
- |
- |
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| ABU0260 |
Address to the Baha'is at Rauscher's Hall in Washington, 1912-11-09 |
800 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I feel a keen sense of joy in being present at this banquet this evening, for -- praise be to God! |
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PUP#124 (p.418-421), SW_v06#13 p.097-099 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Disregarding individual capacity; weakness; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for praise and gratitude; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0373 |
Address to the Baha'is at Studio Hall in Washington, 1912-04-21 |
650 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I have come here to visit you. With the greatest longing I have wished to see you. Realizing it was only with a great deal of trouble... In this cycle there shall be such progress along the lines of civilization |
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PUP#015 (p.037-039), SW_v03#03 p.009-010, BSTW#337 |
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Coming-of-age; maturity of mankind; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Harmony of science and religion; Spiritual springtime; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU0038 |
Address to the Baha'is at Thompson home in New York, 1912-11-15 |
1760 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Universal peace — in which book is this?' |
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I have spoken in the various Christian churches and in the synagogues, and in no assemblage |
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PUP#128 (p.431-437), SW_v08#03 p.029-031+039-040, DJT.368-369x, BLO_PN#027x |
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Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Power of the Manifestation of God; Predictions and prophecies; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal education; Universal language; Useful occupation; acquisition of a craft; trade; profession |
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| ABU0093 |
Address to the Baha'is at True home in Chicago, 1912-09-16 |
1260 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Allah-u-Abha! Praise be to God! I have spent a number of days among you, associating with you in love |
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LOG#0629x, PUP#104 (p.320-324), BSC.279 #577x, SW_v03#15 p.007+008-010, BSTW#052ox |
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Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Suffering and imprisonment; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
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| ABU0786 |
Answer to questions from pilgrims, Haifa, 1920-10-26 |
380 |
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In places where it will be the cause of trouble, such as in Bokhara or Afghanistan, or in some of the towns... |
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SW_v11#19 p.328-329, PN_1920 p049, PN_1920 p052, PN_1920 p059, PN_1920 p093, PN_1920 p111, PN_1920_heh_haifa p058, BSTW#122 |
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Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Law of fasting; Stories; anecdotes |
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| AB11316 |
Cablegram |
30 |
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Verily the eyes have shed tears and the hearts have burned because of this great affliction. |
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SW_v04#19 p.315 |
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Consolation and comfort; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness |
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| AB11592 |
Cablegram dated 1912-12-14 |
10 |
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Thanks to Bahá'u'lláh, we arrived safely at Liverpool. Greeting to the friends. |
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SW_v03#16 p.002 |
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| AB11584 |
Cablegram dated 1912-12-30 |
10 |
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Receive no Persian, even my family, without autographic permission. Communicate to all friends. |
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SW_v06#12 p.093, BSTW#073a |
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| AB11123 |
Cablegram dated 1913-02-03 |
40 |
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We have reached Paris. Greetings to all. Any Persian, be he my own son or daughter, if he comes to America without having a new permission written in my own handwiting or signature, do not meet him at all... |
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SW_v06#12 p.093-094, BSTW#073a |
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Personal instructions; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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| AB11601 |
Cablegram dated 1913-04-02 |
10 |
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WITH JOY AND HAPPINESS REACHED STUTTGART ABBAS. |
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DAS.1913-04-01, SW_v04#02 p.041 |
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| AB11583 |
Cablegram dated 1913-04-12 |
10 |
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LAMP OF GOD SHINING BRILLIANTLY IN BUDAPEST DETAIL ADDRESSES DELIVERED IN IMPORTANT MEETINGS. |
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DAS.1913-04-12, SW_v04#03 p.058 |
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| AB11600 |
Cablegram dated 1913-06-19 |
10 |
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ARRIVED SAFELY PORT SAID WITH JOY AND FRAGRANCE. ABBAS. |
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DAS.1913-06-17, SW_v04#06 p.104 |
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| AB11617 |
Cablegram dated 1913-12-10 |
10 |
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ARRIVED SAFELY HOLYLAND. ABBAS. |
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DAS.1913-12-09, SW_v04#15 p.258 |
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| AB11582 |
Cablegram dated 1921-02-15 |
10 |
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All affairs concerning Universal Temple referred General Convention. I cannot interfere, submit everything Convention. |
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SW_v12#01 p.019 |
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| AB11469 |
Cablegram dated 1921-03 ca. |
20 |
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Miss Kappes very happy. I invite world be not grieved. Apply to Mr. Vail, Urbana, for substitute. Elizabeth [Stewart] left for Teheran. |
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SW_v11#19 p.321 |
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Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| AB11470 |
Cablegram dated 1921-03 ca. |
20 |
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Supplicating Lord of the Kingdom to submerge these two blessed souls in the ocean of His Mercy. |
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SW_v11#19 p.321 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God |
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| ABU0899 |
God Is the Great Compassionate Physician Who Alone Gives True Healing: Words spoken on 1911-10-19 in Paris |
340 |
Paris Talks |
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All true healing comes from God! There are two causes for sickness, one is material, the other spiritual... If the heavenly benediction be upon us while we are being healed |
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LOG#0966x, PT#03 p.005, SW_v02#16 p.004, SW_v02#19 p.008, SW_v08#18 p.229, PN_1911 p017 |
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Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God |
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| ABU0089 |
Interview with a prominent Rabbi, New York, ca. Apr. 1912 |
1300 |
Interview Between a Prominent Rabbi and 'Abdu'l-Bahá |
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You are most welcome Rabbi. [Rabbi:] "I have long desired to meet you." |
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SW_v03#06 p.006-008 |
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Christ; Christianity; Degrees of spirit and the kingdoms of existence; Human reality created in the image of God; Idolatry; Literal interpretation; Manifestation of God as mirror; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures; Unity in diversity |
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Interview with a prominent rabbi. Trans: SW_v03#06 p.006-008. |
| ABU1512 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
210 |
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The doors of colleges and universities must be wide open |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014-015 |
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Nationalism; love of country; Nonexistence of evil; relativity of good and evil; Oneness; unity of religion; The Christian clergy; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal education |
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| ABU2627 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
80 |
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The objective aims are: The oneness of the world of humanity |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014, PN_1914 p006 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause; Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU2943 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
60 |
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The true, liberal, religious spirit is more in evidence in America…. The Baha'is are a community of cooperative servants, they have no leader. Their only leader is God. |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.013-014, PN_1914 p005 |
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Praise of Western values; culture; Spiritual assemblies; administrative matters; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3057 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
50 |
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They teach that the internal, spiritual idea is the same in all the religions; that a unique general plan underlies the foundation of the past faiths |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014, PN_1914 p005 |
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Changing and unchanging parts of religion; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Oneness; unity of religion; Priestcraft; Religion as reality; definitions of religion |
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| ABU3229 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
40 |
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They believe that mankind must love mankind, that universal amity must be practiced; that dead dogmas must be thrown away |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014, PN_1914 p005 |
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Lists; enumerations of Baha'i principles; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3416 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
30 |
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Trust in God. Be kind to thy fellow-men, fill the world with the spirit of love. |
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DAS.1914-07-21, SW_v12#01 p.014, PN_1914 p005 |
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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 |
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| ABU3521 |
Interview with five American teachers, Haifa, 1914-07-21 |
20 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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 |
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| ABU0125 |
Interview with Hudson Maxim, New York, 1912-04-15 |
1100 |
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Welcome! Welcome! Very welcome! [Hudson Maxim.] "I am glad to hear you speak English." |
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SW_v03#07 p.005+010-011 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Present and future expansion of arts and sciences; of technology; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
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| ABU0026 |
Interview with Rev. J. T. Bixby at Hotel Ansonia in New York, 1912-04-13 |
1930 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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The origin of man is one; the consummate intention of all human existence must likewise be one.... The solution of economic questions... Consider the kingdom of the animals; there is no strife among them on account |
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BSC.446 #813x, SW_v03#08 p.005-008, SW_v07#15 p.147, SW_v12#05 p.107-108 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0300 |
Public address given on 1912-04-17 |
740 |
Bahá'í World Faith; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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During my visit to London and Paris last year I had many talks with the materialistic philosophers of Europe |
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BWF.251-254, PUP#009 (p.020-022), FWU.045, SW_v03#10 p.010-011, SW_v15#01 p.003-004 |
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Importance of authoritative interpretation; Intuition; inspiration; Limits of the intellect; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU1584 |
Public address given on 1912-04-25 |
200 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Today the greatest need of the world of humanity is discontinuance of the existing misunderstandings |
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LOG#1138x, PUP#025 (p.060-061), SW_v03#03 p.023-024, SW_v11#18 p.304 |
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Language and the structure of reality; Means of establishment of future civilization; Unity of thought and belief; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0293 |
Public address given on 1912-05-03 |
750 |
Bahá'í World Faith; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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According to the statement of philosophers the difference in degree of humankind from lowest |
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BWF.248-251, PUP#037 (p.084-087), FWU.055, SW_v03#04 p.018-019 |
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Christ; Christianity; Corruption; misinterpretation of the Word of God; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Differences in human capacity; Education of children; moral education; Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world |
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| ABU0152 |
Public address given on 1912-05-19 |
1040 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Because this is called the Church of Brotherhood, I wish to speak upon the brotherhood of mankind... The real brotherhood is spiritual |
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PUP#050 (p.129-132), BSC.319 #639x, BSC.463 #858x, SW_v03#09 p.006-007+009 |
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Growth and progress is gradual and according to capacity; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Predictions and prophecies; Unity; oneness of humanity; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| ABU0178 |
Public address given on 1912-05-19 |
970 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Religions are many, but the reality of religion is one. The days are many, but the sun is one |
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PUP#049 (p.126-129), SW_v03#09 p.010-012 |
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Harmony of science and religion; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Religion as source of love and unity; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0098 |
Public address given on 1912-05-20 |
1240 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Today questions of the utmost importance are facing humanity, questions peculiar to this radiant century |
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LOG#2080x, LOG#2082x, LOG#2099x, LOG#2103x, LOG#2104x, PUP#051 (p.133-137), SW_v03#08 p.018-020, STAB#129, STAB#130 |
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Equality of men and women; Role and station of women; The animal kingdom; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0149 |
Public address given on 1912-05-28 |
1040 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The Fatherhood of God, His loving-kindness and beneficence are apparent to all.... Praise be to God, the springtime of God |
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PUP#056 (p.150-153), FWU.014, SW_v03#07 p.015+019-021, SW_v11#01 p.006-007 |
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Independent investigation of truth; reality; Oneness; unity of religion; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0385 |
Public address given on 1912-05-29 |
630 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The divine Manifestations have been iconoclastic in Their teachings, uprooting error |
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PUP#057 (p.154-156), SW_v03#10 p.013-014 |
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Christ; Christianity; Identity; relationship of Manifestation of God to God; Oneness; unity of religion; Primal Will and the Word; Remembrance; Manifestation of God; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0187 |
Public address given on 1912-05-31 |
930 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The material world is subject to change and transformation. The Cause of the Kingdom is eternal |
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PUP#059 (p.161-163), SW_v05#11 p.169-170 |
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Corruption; misinterpretation of the Word of God; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Oneness; unity of religion; Oneness or innumerability of the Manifestations of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU1450 |
Public address given on 1912-06-08 |
220 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The body politic today is greatly in need of a physician. It is similar to a human body... The disease which afflicts the body politic is lack of love |
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PUP#061 (p.171), BSC.445 #812, SW_v03#10 p.014, SW_v08#10 p.122, SW_v13#09 p.231-232, SW_v07#15 p.148, DWN_v6#05 p.001 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Harmony of science and religion; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Power of prayer |
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| ABU0294 |
Public address given on 1912-06-11 |
740 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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We have just returned from a visit to Philadelphia, spending two nights there and speaking |
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PUP#065 (p.183-186), SW_v04#06 p.099-100 |
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Man's distinction from the animal; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transcending the material condition; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| ABU0749 |
Public address given on 1912-06-11 |
400 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Man must be lofty in endeavor. He must seek to become heavenly and spiritual |
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LOG#2113x, PUP#066 (p.186-187), SW_v04#06 p.101 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Work as worship |
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| ABU0027 |
Public address given on 1912-06-16 |
1900 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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This is a goodly temple and congregation, for -- praise be to God! -- this is a house of worship |
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PUP#071 (p.197-203), BSC.330 #651, SW_v03#10 p.019-023 |
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Buddhism and Hinduism; religions of the East; Literal interpretation; Muhammad; Islam; Oneness; unity of religion; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0129 |
Public address given on 1912-06-16 |
1090 |
Bahá'í World Faith; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Bahá'í Prayers [2002] |
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This is a Unitarian church, and in the Arabic tongue this day may well be called... What is real unity?... O God! Educate these children |
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BRL_CHILD#18x, BPRY.028x, BWF.257-260, PUP#069 (p.190-194), FWU.066x, SW_v03#10 p.030-032 |
William Sears & the Ayyam-i-Ha Kids [track 1], Ine, Nabil and Karim, TaliaSafa, E. Peterson, MANA, J. Crone, C. McGrail, E. Mahony |
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Education of children; moral education; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Manifestation of God as sun; Martyrs and martyrdom; Oneness; unity of religion; Oneness or innumerability of the Manifestations of God; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| ABU0790 |
Public address given on 1912-06-17 |
380 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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We should all visit the sick. When they are in sorrow and suffering, it is a real help |
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LOG#0937x, PUP#072 (p.204-205), SW_v04#06 p.101-102, VLAB.038-039x |
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Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0204 |
Public address given on 1912-06-20 |
900 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I am about to leave the city for a few days rest at Montclair. When I |
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PUP#074 (p.206-209), SW_v03#10 p.023-024 |
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Composition and decomposition; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Oneness or innumerability of the Manifestations of God; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU0437 |
Public address given on 1912-07-01 |
590 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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What could be better before God than thinking of the poor? For the poor are beloved |
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PUP#077 (p.216-217), FWU.036, SW_v04#06 p.102-103 |
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Differences in human capacity; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Law of Huququ'llah; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| ABU0403 |
Public address given on 1912-07-05 |
620 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The Divine Sovereignty is an ancient sovereignty; not an accidental sovereignty. |
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PUP#079 (p.218-220), SW_v04#05 p.087+089-090 |
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Adam; Adam and Eve; Creation of the world; Cycles in the physical and spiritual worlds; God's attributes require the existence of objects; Infinity and eternity; Literal interpretation; Names and attributes of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; The Adamic cycle and the Baha'i cycle |
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| ABU0023 |
Public address given on 1912-07-14 |
2030 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Bahá'í Prayers [2002] |
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Today I wish to speak to you upon the subject of the oneness of humanity, for in this great century... O my God! O my God! Verily, I invoke Thee… O Lord! Unite and bind together the hearts |
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BPRY.238-239x, COC#0858x, LOG#0732x, PUP#082 (p.228-235), BSC.345 #672, SW_v03#11 p.013-016 |
A. Youssefi, N. Zabihi, P. Weber |
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Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Oneness; unity of religion; Satan; the Evil One; Suffering and imprisonment; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal language; War and peace |
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| ABU0689 |
Public address given on 1912-07-23 |
420 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The Baha'is must not engage in political movements which lead to sedition. They must interest themselves in movements which conduce to law and order… Strive, therefore, to create love in the hearts |
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PUP#084 (p.238-239), SW_v04#07 p.122, SW_v07#15 p.148 |
A. Youssefi |
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Love of God; Non-participation in politics; Obedience to and respect for government authority; Service to others; to the Cause of God; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Translation; publication of the Sacred Writings; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| ABU0096 |
Public address given on 1912-07-24 |
1250 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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In the world of existence there is nothing so important as spirit, nothing so essential as the spirit of man |
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PUP#085 (p.239-243), BSC.362 #690, SW_v04#07 p.115-117, SW_v08#08 p.085-088 |
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Man's distinction from the animal; Meaning; importance of dreams and visions; Power of the mind over nature; Proofs for the existence; immortality of the soul; Relationship of the soul to the body |
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| ABU1360 |
Public address given on 1912-07-25 |
230 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I am very happy to greet you here today. This is the second time the breeze of God has wafted |
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PUP#086 (p.244), SW_v07#12 p.116 |
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Human soul as mirror; divine light, attributes within; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| ABU0316 |
Public address given on 1912-08-05 |
710 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The people of Christianity have clung to literal interpretation of the statement in the Gospel.... You have asked concerning approval of Christian Science treatment and healing. Spirit has influence |
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PUP#087 (p.245-247), BSC.379 #710, SW_v03#18 p.004-006, SW_v08#04 p.045-046 |
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Literal interpretation; Outward and inward meanings; Power of prayer; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Wisdom [hikmat] |
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- |
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| ABU0086 |
Public address given on 1912-08-06 |
1310 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Today we are enjoying temperate weather. As there are many strangers present, we will answer questions. |
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PUP#088 (p.247-252), SW_v03#18 p.006-007+10, SW_v19#09 p.258, SW_v08#08 p.098-099, PN_1912_heh p028, STAB#110 |
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Christ; Christianity; Conference of Badasht; Definitions of a Baha'i; qualities of a Baha'i; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Oneness; unity of religion; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Tahirih [Qurratu'l-'Ayn]; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Veiling [hijab] |
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- |
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| ABU0004 |
Public address given on 1912-08-16 |
2530 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Every subject presented to a thoughtful audience must be supported by rational proofs.... We declare that love is the cause of the existence of all phenomena |
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PUP#089 (p.253-261), BSC.353 #683, FWU.086, SW_v03#16 p.005-009, SW_v08#10 p.124-125, PN_1916 p003x |
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Development of capacity and readiness; Existence; immortality of the human soul; Love of God; Power of the mind over nature; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; 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 |
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| ABU0043 |
Public address given on 1912-08-17 |
1660 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Are you all well and happy? This is a delightful spot; the scenery is beautiful |
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PUP#092 (p.264-270), SW_v08#07 p.076-080 |
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Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Oneness; unity of religion; One universal law; attractive power of love; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0049 |
Public address given on 1912-08-18 |
1590 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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The worlds of God are in perfect harmony and correspondence one with another. Each world |
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PUP#093 (p.270-275), SW_v03#15 p.004-007 |
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Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Names and attributes of God; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Prayer for peace and unity |
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- |
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| ABU0079 |
Public address given on 1912-08-25 |
1360 |
Bahá'í Scriptures; Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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O Thou kind God! In the utmost state of humility and submission do we entreat and supplicate |
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PUP#094 (p.276-280), BSC.367 #696, SW_v04#07 p.117-119+122, SW_v08#08 p.099-100, BSTW#485kx |
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Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Continual renewal of creation; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Need for an educator; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Spiritual springtime; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Status of kings; future of monarchy; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU0042 |
Public address given on 1912-09-03 |
1700 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Abdu'l-Bahá in Canada |
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It seems as though all creatures can exist singly and alone. For example, a tree |
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PUP#102, FWU.038, SW_v07#17 p.171-172x, SW_v08#01 p.013x, SW_v13#09 p.227-230, ABIC.010-013, ECN.689x + 946x, STAB#047 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Maintainance of degrees in society; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving; Unity; oneness of humanity; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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- |
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| ABU0012 |
Public address given on 1912-09-05 |
2260 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The; Abdu'l-Bahá in Canada |
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Praise be to God! It is with a deep realization of happiness that I am present here this evening... O my Lord! Thou Who art ever-forgiving! Verily, this assembly hath turned its face |
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PUP#103 (p.312-319), SW_v13#11 p.292-293x, ABIC.014-017 |
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Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Power of prayer; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0158 |
Public address given on 1912-09-24 |
1010 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I have come from distant lands of the East to visit you, crossing the great ocean |
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PUP#107 (p.334-337), SW_v04#13 p.219-220+226 |
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Knowledge; recognition of God; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love of God; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0119 |
Public address given on 1912-10-26 |
1140 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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I have visited your Capitol and its gardens. No other Capitol has such beautiful surroundings. |
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PUP#114 (p.376-380), DAS.1914-09-05x, SW_v05#17 p.259-262, MAB.087-088x, ECN.368+503x+912x |
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Call to unity; prohibition of disunity; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
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- |
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| ABU0788 |
Public address given on 1912-11-05 |
380 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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As we are in Cincinnati, the home of President Taft, who has rendered such noble service |
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PUP#117 (p.388-389), SW_v06#11 p.081-082, SW_v13#12 p.324 |
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Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Parliaments; constitutional government; Supreme tribunal; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU0280 |
Public address given on 1912-11-07 |
770 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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In the world of nature we behold the living organisms in a ceaseless struggle for existence |
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PUP#120 (p.400-402), SW_v06#03 p.019-021, SW_v17#11 p.333 |
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Categories of Prophets (major; minor; village); Christ; Christianity; Education of children; moral education; Moses; Muhammad; Islam; Need for an educator; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0138 |
Public address given on 1912-11-09 |
1070 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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Every composition is necessarily subject to destruction or disintegration. For instance |
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PUP#123 (p.415-418), SW_v05#19 p.291-293 |
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Composition and decomposition; Meaning; importance of dreams and visions; Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Relationship of the soul to the body; Second birth; 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 |
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| ABU0102 |
Public address given on 1912-11-10 |
1210 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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What is the reality of Divinity, or what do we understand by God? When we consider the world of existence |
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PUP#125 (p.421-425), SW_v06#03 p.021-024, SAS.108x |
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Call to action; Creation of the world; Knowledge; recognition of God; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; Things are known by their opposites; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| ABU0256 |
Public address given on 1912-11-10 |
800 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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This is a beautiful assembly. I am very happy that white and black are together |
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PUP#126 (p.425-428), SW_v06#13 p.099+102-103, SW_v12#05 p.108, STAB#005x |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Race unity; racial issues; Stories; anecdotes; Unity in diversity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0139 |
Public address given on 1912-11-29 |
1060 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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This evening I wish to speak to you concerning the mystery of sacrifice. There are two kinds of sacrifice |
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PUP#133 (p.449-452), SW_v07#12 p.109-111+115 |
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Justice and mercy; Original sin; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Sacrifice of the Manifestation of God redeems the world; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0292 |
Public address given on 1913-04-03 |
750 |
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I came from a distant land. I have travelled twenty thousand miles until I came to you in Stuttgart.... In this age every face must turn to God! |
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DAS.1913-04-03x, SW_v04#04 p.067-069, SW_v15#01 p.037, ABCC.381-382x |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Two kinds of civilization; material and spiritual civilization |
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- |
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| ABU0212 |
Public address given on 1913-04-06 |
890 |
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Many meetings are organized and established in all parts of the world; societies and organizations for the extension of general intercourse |
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SW_v04#09 p.156-157 |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Equality of men and women; Fanaticism and hatred; Martyrs and martyrdom; Teachings as spirit of the age; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU0238 |
Reaction to pilgrims prostrating at 'Abdu'l-Baha's feet, spoken on 1914-02-17 |
850 |
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No, it is unlawful.... All the people of the world will become believers.... The friends of Yezd suffered great calamities |
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SW_v09#03 p.031-032+034-045 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Contention and conflict; Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Growth of the Cause; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0653 |
The Duty of Kindness and Sympathy towards Strangers and Foreigners: Words spoken on 1911-10-16 in Paris |
450 |
Paris Talks |
Paris Talks (book) |
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When a man turns his face to God he finds sunshine everywhere. All men are his brothers…. Do not be content with showing friendship in words alone... |
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PT#01 p.001, AIF.1911-10-16, SW_v02#19 p.004x, SW_v08#11 p.137 |
T. Ellis, Nabil and Karim, R. Lea, Alda, Mea, Onni, Nader & Pedram, MANA, Naim & Friends |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Words vs deeds |
* |
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First chapter of the book "Paris Talks", a collection of 59 talks given during ‘Abdu’l-Bahá's visit toParis in 1911 and 1912. |
| ABU1062 |
The Imprisonment of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Words spoken on 1911-10-25 in Paris |
300 |
Paris Talks |
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I regret much that I have kept you waiting this morning, but I have so much to do in a short time |
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PT#10 p.030, SW_v02#16 p.006, PN_1911 p019 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Suffering and imprisonment |
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- |
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| ABU0845 |
The Light of Truth Is Now Shining upon the East and the West: Words spoken on 1911-10-23 in Paris |
360 |
Paris Talks |
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When a man has found the joy of life in one place, he returns to that same spot to find more joy |
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PT#08 p.023, SW_v02#16 p.005-006, PN_1911 p018 |
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Call to action; East and West; communication between East and West; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU1414 |
The Power and Value of True Thought Depend upon Its Manifestation in Action: Words spoken on 1911-10-18 in Paris |
230 |
Paris Talks |
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The reality of man is his thought, not his material body. The thought force and the animal force are partners. |
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PT#02 p.004, SW_v02#16 p.003-004, SW_v02#19 p.004-005, PN_1911 p016 |
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Divine philosophy and natural philosophy; Goodly deeds; actions; Knowledge of self; Mind as intermediary between soul and body; The mind's power of discovery; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
- |
- |
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| ABU0473 |
The True Meaning of the Prophecies Concerning the Coming of Christ: Words spoken on 1911-10-30 in Paris |
560 |
Paris Talks |
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In the Bible there are prophecies of the coming of Christ. The Jews still await |
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PT#16 p.047, SW_v13#05 p.115x |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Interpretation of words and passages in scripture; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Literal interpretation; Outward and inward meanings; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU0281 |
The Universal Love: Words spoken on 1911-10-24 in Paris |
770 |
Paris Talks |
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The Message of Krishna is the message of love. All God's prophets have brought the message of love.... The power of the Holy Spirit enlightening man's intelligence has enabled him to discover |
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PT#09 p.025, SW_v08#08 p.097x, SAS.108x, CHH.153x |
E. Mahony, E. Mahony, Shay & Camila, S. Peyman |
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Buddhism and Hinduism; religions of the East; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love of God; Oneness; unity of religion; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity in diversity; Words vs deeds |
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| AB11313 |
Words incribed in a church book for Rev. Fraser |
40 |
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O Thou Kind Almighty, confirm Thou this servant of Thine, Mr. Fraser, in the service of Thy Kingdom. Make him illumined; make him heavenly; make him spiritual; make him divine! Thou art the Generous, the King! |
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SW_v03#17 p.005 |
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Prayer for specific individuals; groups; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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- |
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| ABU0881 |
Words spoken at 15 Rue de Greuze in Paris, 1913-03-21 |
340 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
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I am extremely glad to see you on this Nau Rooz occasion. This day is the anniversary of many historical events |
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LOG#1025x, SW_v05#01 p.004-005, ADP.074-076, BSTW#343 |
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Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Holy Days and the Baha'i calendar; Past, present and future of Iran; Spiritual springtime; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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- |
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| ABU0436 |
Words spoken at 309 W 78th St in New York, 1912-06-11 |
590 |
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The essence of the intention is that I wish you to pray for me and I will pray for you. |
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SW_v04#02 p.040-041 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Devotion; sacrifice; consecration in teaching the Cause; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; Martyrs and martyrdom; Prayer for steadfastness; obedience; Stories; anecdotes; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3043 |
Words spoken at 309 W 78th St in New York, 1912-06-12 |
50 |
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One of the special laws of Bahá'u'lláh is the one prohibiting cursing and defamation, and that all should seek forgiveness from their enemies |
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SW_v19#07 p.220 |
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Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Martyrs and martyrdom |
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- |
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| ABU1061 |
Words spoken at 97 Cadogan Gardens in London, 1913-01-16 |
300 |
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The Cause has become very great. Many souls are entering it--souls with different mentalities... Teach the Cause to those who do not know |
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DAS.1913-01-16, SW_v04#01 p.016, CHH.177, VLAB.141x, BLO_PN#022 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Priority over other activities in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU1716 |
Words spoken at 97 Cadogan Gardens in London, 1913-01-16 |
180 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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All the meetings must be for teaching the Cause and spreading the Message, and suffering the souls |
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LOG#0157x, DAS.1913-01-16, BSC.502 #967, SW_v04#15 p.256, SW_v09#14 p.161, CHH.177-178, BLO_PN#022 |
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Methods of teaching the Cause; Priority over other activities in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU1029 |
Words spoken at a wedding on 1914-06-18 |
300 |
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It is more than one month and a half that I have not had the pleasure of being present in the meetings of the believers. Now the means have been brought about |
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DAS.1914-06-18, SW_v09#10 p.118-119 |
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Fulfillment of true potential; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0236 |
Words spoken at Assembly Rooms in San Francisco, 1912-10-05 |
850 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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I have the utmost joy to find in the distant West such an established Baha'i center |
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BSC.372 #701, SW_v10#13 p.243-245, ECN.096+955 |
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Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Call to action; Growth of the Cause; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| ABU3040 |
Words spoken at Cedar Club in London, 1913-01-02 |
50 |
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I am very glad to be among you, who are blessed in God's name with children. |
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SW_v03#18 p.009-010 |
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Education of children; moral education; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU0083 |
Words spoken at Clifton Guest House in Bristol, 1913-01-15 |
1330 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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Every age requires a central impetus or movement. In this age, the boundaries of terrestrial things have extended |
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BSC.274 #562, SW_v04#01 p.004-006, SW_v11#17 p.287 |
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Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal education; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
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| ABU0341 |
Words spoken at Dodge home in New York, 1912-04-16 |
690 |
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In those places where they have no Mashrak-el-Azkar they rent a house and call it by that name |
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SW_v03#10 p.007-009 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Differences in human capacity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0025 |
Words spoken at El Grosse Bldg. in Los Angeles, 1912-10-19 |
2000 |
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This is a good gathering, a good meeting. This assemblage is the assemblage of God…. Do not look at your small number. Plurality of numbers is not of importance. |
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SW_v07#04 p.033-034x, ECN.137+166 |
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Call to action; Fewness of numbers not regarded in teaching the Cause; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause; Thankfulness; gratitude; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0105 |
Words spoken at Goodall home in Oakland, 1912-10-03 |
1200 |
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I am going to say "welcome," to you, instead of your welcoming me. I am most happy to be here with you. |
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SW_v04#11 p.190-191+194, MAB.038-039, ECN.081+929 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3458 |
Words spoken at Haifa pilgrim house, 1914-10-12 |
20 |
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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. |
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DAS.1914-10-12, SW_v07#18 p.188 |
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The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others |
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| ABU1068 |
Words spoken at home of Lady Blomfield, 1911-09-08 |
300 |
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I have journeyed by sea and land for the pleasure of seeing you all. I needed a change |
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SW_v02#12 p.003-004 |
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Goodly deeds; actions; Nationalism; love of country; Praise of Western values; culture; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3289 |
Words spoken at Hotel Marquardt in Stuttgart, 1913-04-04 |
30 |
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I was most happy to see the believers of Germany so holy, so pure and so united |
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DAS.1913-04-04, SW_v04#09 p.162 |
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Praise and encouragement; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU2193 |
Words spoken at Hotel Schenley in Pittsburgh, 1912-05-07 |
120 |
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The friends here are anxious to know if I like these rooms! They do not know what we had to go through in the past. Imagine the conditions |
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SW_v19#05 p.140-141 |
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Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU2118 |
Words spoken at House of Abbud in Akka, 1913-12-11 |
130 |
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My work is done. The tree of my life has yielded its fruits. I have set a fire in the world |
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DAS.1913-12-11, SW_v05#01 p.010 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU0377 |
Words spoken at House of Abbud in Akka, 1913-12-13 |
640 |
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How I longed for the re-appearance of these divine nights!... There is a place in America called Green Acre. It is customary during the months of summer |
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DAS.1913-12-13, SW_v08#05 p.050x |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Freedom of thought and action; Growth of the Cause; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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| ABU0932 |
Words spoken at House of Abbud in Akka, 1914-12-08 |
330 |
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Once upon a time there was a merchant in the city of Balsora |
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DAS.1914-12-08, SW_v13#06 p.152x, STAB#007 |
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Selfishness; self-love; egotism; self-indulgence; Stories; anecdotes |
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| ABU0978 |
Words spoken at House of the Master in Haifa, 1914-02-12 |
320 |
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The air here at Mount Carmel is fragrant and the earth is sweet... Syria is a most wonderful country. It is a world in miniature. |
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DAS.1914-02-12, SW_v14#05 p.148 |
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Mount Carmel |
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| ABU2679 |
Words spoken at House of the Master in Haifa, 1920-09-05 |
80 |
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I hope the health of the friends is good.... His Holiness Christ was once eating grapes. He said, 'I will not eat grapes again until I eat them anew with you in the Kingdom |
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SW_v11#16 p.270, PN_1920 p031, PN_1920 p055, PN_1920 p091, PN_1920_heh p013, PN_1920_heh_haifa p020, IHP.118, BLO_PN#046 |
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Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God |
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| ABU2273 |
Words spoken at Kinney home in New York, 1912-12-01 |
110 |
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I desire to go to the Orient... Know this for a certainty that today, the penetrative power in the arteries of the world of humanity, is the power of the Covenant. |
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SW_v06#14 p.111x, SW_v11#08 p.121x, PN_1912 p025, BSTW#052s |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3259 |
Words spoken at Persian embassy in New York, 1912-04-23 |
40 |
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If all the spirits of the air were to congregate together they could not create a salad! |
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SW_v12#07 p.135+137-140, SW_v12#08 p.145-172, DJT.270, FDA.014, BLO_PN#027 |
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Humor; jokes; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; 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; The mind's power of discovery |
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| ABU0540 |
Words spoken at Plaza Hotel in Chicago, 1912-05-02 |
510 |
Promulgation of Universal Peace, The |
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In this Cause consultation is of vital importance, but spiritual conference and not the mere voicing |
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PUP#031 (p.072-073), SW_v03#04 p.011-012, STAB#060 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Consultation; Parliaments; constitutional government; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU1106 |
Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-05 |
290 |
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The life of the Arabs in the interior is most simple. Their principal food consists of |
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DAS.1914-05-05, SW_v08#02 p.018-019 |
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Critique of Western values; culture; Praise of Eastern values; culture; Stories; anecdotes |
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| ABU1102 |
Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-14 |
290 |
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In the world of humanity, every person is stimulated by a certain objective-point |
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DAS.1914-05-14, SW_v05#08 p.117-118 |
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Call to action; Idle fancies; lust and passion; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| ABU1562 |
Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-14 |
200 |
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I hope that whosoever hears your words, sees your deeds and beholds your manners and behaviors may declare that these people are real Bahá'ís |
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DAS.1914-05-14, SW_v05#08 p.118 |
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Call to action; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Prophecy and fulfillment; Sacrifice of the Manifestation of God redeems the world; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| ABU1937 |
Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-14 |
150 |
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The condition of faith requires that man may ascend to and abide in the station of sacrifice. Without this attainment one's faith is not perfect. |
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DAS.1914-05-14, SW_v05#08 p.118 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU2801 |
Words spoken at Pleiades Sylvan Bower, Alhammeh near Tiberias, 1914-05-14 |
70 |
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Material affairs are of two kinds. The first kind are those concerns which have no direct |
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DAS.1914-05-14, SW_v05#08 p.118, SW_v08#02 p.017 |
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Material and spiritual existence; two books; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Work as worship; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| ABU0655 |
Words spoken at Rue St. Didier 30 in Paris , 1913-01-30 |
450 |
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One of the ladies present has asked me to speak on the subject of soul, mind and spirit. |
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SW_v04#02 p.037-038, BSTW#092 |
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Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Spirit of faith [ruh-i-'iman]; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; 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 |
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| ABU2201 |
Words spoken at Sacy home in Paris, 1911-10-29 |
120 |
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I am from a far away country and here in Paris, at your table, I find in union, love and happiness, Persians, Arabs, Turks and French |
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SW_v02#14 p.015 |
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Oneness; unity of religion; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transcendence; unknowability of God; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; War and peace |
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| ABU0656 |
Words spoken at Salvation Army Shelter in London, 1912-12-25 |
450 |
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I feel tonight great joy and happiness to be in this place, because my meetings and callings |
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SW_v03#18 p.008-009 |
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Consolation and comfort; Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Suffering and imprisonment; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| ABU1954 |
Words spoken at Shrine of the Báb, 1920-01-04 |
150 |
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In this gathering, all the friends are assembled together in the utmost freedom, happiness and majesty. |
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SW_v13#09 p.220-221 |
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Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Future of Haifa; of the Holy Land; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Predictions and prophecies |
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| ABU0724 |
Words spoken at Shrine of the Báb, 1920-09-05 |
410 |
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Do you like it here? Do you like the view here? ... This truth is that this place has a spiritual atmosphere... His Holiness Elijah was once in a cave near here. |
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SW_v11#16 p.269-270, PN_1920 p030, PN_1920 p054, PN_1920 p090, PN_1920_heh p012, PN_1920_heh_haifa p013, STAB#053 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Shrines and Holy places; Stories; anecdotes; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| ABU1654 |
Words spoken at Shrine of the Báb, 1920-09-05 |
190 |
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It is well to worship in any place where the thought is turned to God. Whether the place is home, church, or mosque |
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SW_v11#16 p.268-269, PN_1920 p031, PN_1920 p091 |
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Christ; Christianity; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU0302 |
Words spoken at Theosophical Society in Liverpool, 1912-12-14 |
730 |
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When I was in America, I had many opportunities of addressing the Theosophical Society there. In every city I spoke once to them |
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DAS.1912-12-14x, SW_v03#17 p.003-004 |
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Independent investigation of truth; reality; Martyrs and martyrdom; Oneness; unity of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social); Realms of being; three realms; five realms; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU2676 |
Words spoken at Thornburgh-Cropper home, 1911-09-06 |
80 |
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You are all one family; you have grown out of one root. Each of you is like a branch, a flower, a fruit. |
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SW_v02#12 p.003 |
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Changing and unchanging parts of religion; Exhortations and counsels; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU0036 |
Words spoken at Westminster Palace Hotel in London, 1912-12-20 |
1800 |
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Scientists tell us that the world of matter is made up of constellation of molecules which hold it in its various forms; each molecule consists |
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SW_v03#17 p.006-009, SW_v08#10 p.121-122, SW_v12#06 p.122-123 |
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Education of children; moral education; Equality of men and women; Harmony of science and religion; Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world; Oneness; unity of religion; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Suffering and imprisonment; Supreme tribunal; Universal education; War and peace |
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| ABU3067 |
Words spoken ca. 1911 |
50 |
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You will retain your individuality and will not be swallowed up in one vast spirit. Concerning the condition of the human soul ...It is exclusively luminous; it has no body; it is a dazzling pencil of light; it is a celestial orb of brightness |
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SW_v14#02 p.038, PN_1911 p002, PN_1911 p007, BSTW#043a |
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Existence; immortality of the human soul; Immateriality; ineffability of soul; spirit; Soul; spirit after death; 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 |
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| ABU3492 |
Words spoken ca. 1912-10-08 in the United States |
20 |
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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. |
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SW_v10#03 p.033, SW_v13#09 p.252-253, SAS.107-108, BSTW#022 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Predictions and prophecies |
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| ABU2674 |
Words spoken ca. 1914-02-22 |
80 |
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Tell me what is the voice that is calling loud in Kerman (Persia)? Is it the voice of the darvishes |
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SW_v09#09 p.105 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Praise and encouragement; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
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| ABU1411 |
Words spoken ca. 1917 |
230 |
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The believers must arise in perfect unity in teaching the Cause of God and grasping each other's hands |
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SW_v10#04 p.072 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU0817 |
Words spoken ca. 1917-02-03 |
370 |
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Come, my son, take it. I have corrected it. The importance of this Tablet will be revealed in the future. |
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SW_v10#06 p.103+111 |
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Growth of the Cause; Methods of teaching the Cause; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Proclamation of the Cause (general or uncategorized); Race unity; racial issues; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU2813 |
Words spoken ca. 1918-12-17 |
70 |
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O Omnipotent God! Verily, the pavilion of Justice has been raised in the Holy Land |
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SW_v09#17 p.196 |
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Praise and encouragement; Prayer for governments and rulers; Relationship between government and people |
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| ABU1901 |
Words spoken ca. 1919 |
160 |
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God treats these people with His mercy, not with His justice, since God is against war. |
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SW_v10#18 p.336 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Justice and wrath of God; Second birth; Soul; spirit after death; War and peace |
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| ABU0612 |
Words spoken ca. 1919-07-17 |
470 |
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Fifty years ago, Baha'o'llah wrote that there must be a league of nations to establish universal peace |
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SW_v10#09 p.195-196 |
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Equality of men and women; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Means of establishment of future civilization; Predictions and prophecies; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU3430 |
Words spoken ca. Aug. 1912 in Dublin, NH |
30 |
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The mature wisdom requires this. I must go everywhere and raise the call of the Kingdom. |
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SW_v03#15 p.004 |
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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] |
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| ABU1410 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 |
230 |
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In order to bring about a state of peace and unity three things are necessary: |
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SW_v02#19 p.005-006 |
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Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU1651 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 |
190 |
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The great causes of separation among the people are: (a) Racial. (b) Political. (c) Religious. |
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SW_v02#19 p.007 |
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Nationalism; love of country; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Race unity; racial issues; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU2032 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 |
140 |
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The world is wrong, just because people talk too much and do not carry out their ideals |
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SW_v02#19 p.007, SW_v14#02 p.060-061 |
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Fairmindedness; personal justice [insaf]; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Purity of heart; sincerity of intention; sanctity; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU1590 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 in London |
200 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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The magnet of your love brought me to this country. My hope is that the Divine Light |
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AIL.054, SW_v02#19 p.006 |
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East and West; communication between East and West; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU2075 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 in London |
130 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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The Universal Races Congress was good, for it was intended for the furtherance and progress of unity |
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AIL.059, SW_v02#19 p.006-007, STAB#024 |
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Oneness; unity of religion; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal language |
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| ABU2530 |
Words spoken ca. Dec. 1911 in London |
90 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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Disease is of two kinds: (a) Material (b) Spiritual. For instance, a cut of the hand; if you pray for the cut to be healed |
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LOG#0949x, AIL.065, SW_v02#19 p.007-008, SW_v08#18 p.230 |
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Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Miracles and their interpretation; Power of prayer; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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| ABU3360 |
Words spoken ca. June. 1921 |
30 |
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I ever pray on her behalf and beg from God His divine remedy and healing. As in this Dispensation consultation with expert doctors |
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COC#1043x, SW_v12#07 p.134 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Health and healing; material and spiritual healing |
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| ABU2514 |
Words spoken ca. May 1912 in New York |
90 |
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Tell Juliet that she teaches well. I have met many people who have been affected by you, Juliet. You are not eloquent, you are not fluent, but your heart teaches. |
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SW_v12#07 p.139, DJT.281, FDA.019-020, BLO_PN#027 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU2294 |
Words spoken ca. Nov. 1912 in the United States |
110 |
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...he replied that he had talked on every subject, from the scientific as well as psychological basis |
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SW_v03#10 p.016 |
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Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Living waters; water of life; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause |
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| ABU0789 |
Words spoken ca. Oct. 1911 |
380 |
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I met a man this morning who belongs to the sect of Buddhists and I said to him, "What is your message?" |
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SW_v02#14 p.005-006, SW_v08#10 p.134-135 |
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Buddhism and Hinduism; religions of the East; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Power of the mind over nature; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU0904 |
Words spoken ca. Oct. 1911 |
340 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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The Divine Reality is far removed from man. It is absolutely remote and independent in Its essence; abstract, limitless, impersonal beyond human comprehension |
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BSC.451 #825, SW_v02#14 p.007, SW_v16#06 p.0541 |
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Manifestation of God as mediator; Manifestation of God as sun; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Transcendence; unknowability of God; Transmutation of the soul by the divine elixir; Word of God and human limitations |
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| ABU1239 |
Words spoken ca. Oct. 1911 |
260 |
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Each one has in his environment a treasure. Let him seek that treasure eagerly, search for it with patience |
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SW_v02#14 p.007+014-015 |
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Development of capacity and readiness; East and West; communication between East and West; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| ABU1805 |
Words spoken ca. Oct. 1911 |
170 |
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There has been another battle today and much blood has been shed. The poor have given their lives |
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SW_v02#14 p.005 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others; Unity; oneness of humanity; War and peace |
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| ABU1730 |
Words spoken in 1900 |
180 |
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Abdu'l-Baha said that he had seen the faces of the American believers and he was very glad |
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SW_v08#16 p.215, PTIM.034 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant |
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| ABU2406 |
Words spoken in 1900 |
100 |
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A child in the matrix of its mother is in utter darkness. When it is born into the world it comes into the light. While in the matrix |
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SW_v14#01 p.010 |
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Second birth; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures |
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| ABU1091 |
Words spoken in 1901 |
450 |
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O people! The Doors of the Kingdom are opened--the Sun of Truth is shining upon the world... These great days are swiftly passing and once gone can never be recalled |
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SW_v03#14 p.012, SW_v04#15 p.258, SW_v05#01 p.001, SW_v06#14 p.106, SW_v06#15 p.113, SW_v06#15 p.116, SW_v08#14 p.189x, SW_v12#15 p.245x, PN_1901 p086, AHV.032, BLO_PN#045, BSTW#504bx |
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Call to action; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Proclamation to Christians; Suffering; rejection of Christ; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU2690 |
Words spoken in 1909 |
80 |
Persian Teacher, A |
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Give Mrs. Botay my greetings and love and tell her she must greatly endeavor |
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SW_v12#05 p.108 |
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Race unity; racial issues; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU3438 |
Words spoken in 1910 |
30 |
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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. |
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SW_v08#08 p.098 |
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God as immanent vs. transcendent reality; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| ABU0411 |
Words spoken in 1911 |
610 |
Abdu'l-Bahá on Divine Philosophy |
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In this monajotte that we have just listened to... Strive day and night and do whatever is possible that perchance you may wake |
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SW_v08#02 p.028, ADP.055-058 |
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Call to action; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcending the material condition; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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| ABU1638 |
Words spoken in 1911 in London |
190 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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These are wonderful days! We see an Eastern guest received with love and courtesy in the West. |
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AIL.058, SW_v02#19 p.003-004 |
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East and West; communication between East and West; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Stories; anecdotes; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU1581 |
Words spoken in 1912 |
200 |
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The Mashrak-el-Azkar will be like a beautiful bouquet. The central lofty edifice will have nine sides |
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SW_v05#05 p.067 |
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House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity of thought and belief |
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| ABU1952 |
Words spoken in 1912 |
150 |
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Consider the times of the past: Regard for instance the days of His Holiness Christ and days subsequent thereto. |
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SW_v03#13 p.016 |
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Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Growth of the Cause; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Suffering; rejection of Christ |
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- |
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| ABU2525 |
Words spoken in 1912 |
90 |
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The sword has been working over six thousand years and has become dull. We must look about us for another sword |
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SW_v03#16 p.009 |
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Love of God; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The power of words; of speech; War and peace |
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- |
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| ABU0435 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
590 |
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All who stand up in the cause of God will be persecuted and misunderstood |
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COC#0308x, SW_v04#05 p.088-089 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Suffering and imprisonment; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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- |
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| ABU1058 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
300 |
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I wish to train you until you have no other thought, no other motive, no other wish than service |
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SW_v04#06 p.104, STAB#107 |
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Power of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU1059 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
300 |
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You must become impervious to criticism, unconscious of attack and abuse, nay, rather welcoming persecution |
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SW_v04#06 p.104-105, STAB#105 |
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Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Stories; anecdotes; Suffering and imprisonment |
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- |
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| ABU1956 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
150 |
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If a child is left to its own natural proclivities, without education, it will embody all human defects |
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SW_v04#06 p.105-106, SW_v15#10 p.289.1, SW_v09#07 p.086 |
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Education of children; moral education; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Perfection; imperfection of nature; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures |
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- |
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| ABU2282 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
110 |
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The heart of man is a garden. The real garden is in order, well planted, watered and cultivated |
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SW_v04#06 p.105.1, SW_v15#06 p.157.2 |
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Education of children; moral education; Manifestation of God as educator; Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU2804 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
70 |
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Material scientists endeavor to show the evolution of the species man from the monkey |
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SW_v04#06 p.105.2 |
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Evolution; human evolution; Man's distinction from the animal; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization |
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| ABU2865 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
60 |
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The real materialist is the animal. Compared to the animal, man is but a tyro and novice in materialism |
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SW_v04#06 p.105.3, SW_v25#11 p.239 |
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Limits of the intellect; Man's distinction from the animal; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization |
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- |
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| ABU3325 |
Words spoken in 1912 in the United States |
30 |
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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 |
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SW_v08#01 p.011 |
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Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Law of inheritance; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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- |
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| ABU0723 |
Words spoken in 1917 |
410 |
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Why didst thou not tell me about these wonderful things when we were travelling in America? |
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SW_v10#10 p.202-203 |
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Creation of the world; Eternality vs. origination; creation from nothingness; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Spiritualization of humanity in the future; a new race of men; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU2957 |
Words spoken in Akka, 1899-02-26 |
60 |
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There are three kinds of visions or dreams. First, those that arise from over-excited nerves, or disordered stomach |
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SW_v14#07 p.211, PN_1899 p009, NRMM.170 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Development of capacity and readiness; Meaning; importance of dreams and visions |
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| ABU1806 |
Words spoken in Apr. 1913 in Stuttgart |
170 |
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They are ready to fight for their fatherland. How barbarous it seems to send men, who do not even know each other |
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DAS.1913-05-23, SW_v04#04 p.072, SW_v07#16 p.157 |
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Crucifixion; ascension of Christ; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Spiritual warfare; struggle; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The concourse on high; The power of words; of speech; War and peace |
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| ABU2534 |
Words spoken in Aug. 1912 in Green Acre |
90 |
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Every one is giving an account of his religion and statements of his religion, the history of his religion. But there is no investigation of the realities. |
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SW_v16#04 p.486-487 |
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Independent investigation of truth; reality; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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| ABU2531 |
Words spoken in Aug. 1913 in Ramleh |
90 |
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Sacrifice of life is of two kinds. To be killed for the cause is not so difficult as to live for it in absolute obedience to the commands of God. |
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SW_v08#06 p.065, SW_v07#12 p.116 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3434 |
Words spoken in Aug. 1913 in Ramleh |
30 |
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When in America I repeatedly said that no one must believe one word said by another regarding any commands |
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SW_v11#14 p.243 |
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Authentication; disposition of the Sacred Writings; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU0960 |
Words spoken in Dec. 1900 |
320 |
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I will explain the station of mankind. When we say man, we mean one endowed with all the attributes... Man has three powers... The Holy Spirit (in its completeness) is given only to the prophets; the people can possess but the rays of the Holy Spirit. |
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SW_v08#08 p.098x, PN_1900 p092-093 |
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Degrees of spirit and the kingdoms of existence; Development of capacity and readiness; Man's distinction from the animal; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU3557 |
Words spoken in Dec. 1912 in New York |
20 |
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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. |
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SW_v11#17 p.286 |
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Call to action; Universal language |
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| ABU1885 |
Words spoken in Feb. 1911 |
160 |
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Fasting is a symbol. Fasting signifies abstinence from lust. Physical fasting is a symbol |
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SW_v08#06 p.061, BLO_PN#002 |
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Development of capacity and readiness; Law of fasting; Mind as intermediary between soul and body; Moderation; frugality; simplicity |
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- |
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| ABU0644 |
Words spoken in Feb. 1918 |
450 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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Praise be to God, that the dark ages have passed away and the century of light has come.... The past age was an age of wondrous achievements... Glad Tidings! Glad Tidings! That the Sun of Reality hath shone forth! Glad Tidings! Glad Tidings! |
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BSC.505 #971x, SW_v10#06 p.111-112+098 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization; Promotion of commerce and industry; Supreme tribunal; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| ABU3242 |
Words spoken in Jul. 1912 in the United States |
40 |
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The Essence of Divinity--God--is sanctified above ascent, descent, and appearance. The lights of His qualities are manifest or reflected in the mirrors of the hearts of His Holy Manifestations.... It means the transference or transformation of created bodies into infinite forms of creation. Every indivisible electron is transformed into all the forms of creatures and everything travels or moves in everything. |
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SW_v19#10 p.309 |
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All things are in motion; kinds of motion; Interconnectedness; all things involved in all things; chain of being; Manifestation of God as mirror; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| ABU3355 |
Words spoken in Jul. 1912 in the United States |
30 |
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The point to which all eyes should turn is One. All eyes must turn their attention |
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SW_v08#14 p.189, SW_v11#14 p.239 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Role of the Covenant in preserving unity; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU2402 |
Words spoken in Jul. 1914 |
100 |
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There are two general and principal classes of divine teachings. One is spiritual |
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SW_v07#17 p.173 |
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Changing and unchanging parts of religion; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures |
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| ABU1409 |
Words spoken in Jun. 1911 in Egypt |
230 |
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Unity is love. It cannot be established without love. Therefore try, as far as possible, to be filled with love. |
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SW_v08#10 p.121, BLO_PN#002 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Love of God; Pain of love; love as veil; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| ABU1481 |
Words spoken in Jun. 1911 in Egypt |
220 |
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If one friend feels love for another he will wish to say so. Though he knows that the friend is aware… If there be no love, if there be no pleasure or spiritual enjoyment in prayer, do not pray |
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COC#1755x, SW_v08#04 p.042, BNE.094x, BLO_PN#002 |
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Importance of prayer; Love of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer |
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- |
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| ABU2806 |
Words spoken in Jun. 1911 in Egypt |
70 |
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Asceticism is not necessary. A soul grows by the exercise of human virtues and the observance of human morals |
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SW_v08#05 p.060, BLO_PN#002 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Monasticism; asceticism; Saint Peter and Saint Paul; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU2186 |
Words spoken in May 1911 in Ramleh |
120 |
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"Mirror" is the whole body, the brain in particular. Body has many elements in its composition |
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SW_v14#02 p.037, PN_1911 p003 |
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Differences in human capacity; Relationship of the soul to the body; Soul; spirit after death; 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 |
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- |
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| ABU3200 |
Words spoken in May 1911 in Ramleh |
40 |
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Complete individuality belongs only to the station of the Prophet. Those who follow Him are under the "shadow" of this station.... After death man does not develop through conscious effort |
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SW_v14#02 p.037-038, PN_1911 p005 |
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Identity; relationship of Manifestation of God to God; Soul; spirit after death |
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- |
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| ABU3555 |
Words spoken in May 1911 in Ramleh |
20 |
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No, man should develop all his qualities for each quality has its own use and function. |
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SW_v14#02 p.037, PN_1911 p004 |
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Education and the development of capacity; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Soul; spirit after death |
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- |
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| ABU3106 |
Words spoken in May1921 |
50 |
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Say to this convention that never since the beginning of time has a convention of more importance been held. |
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SW_v12#06 p.115 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Race unity; racial issues |
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- |
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| ABU1113 |
Words spoken in Oct. 1911 in London to Mrs. Enthoven |
290 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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Abdu'l-Bahá sent his greetings to all, begging all to go on acquiring strength in their belief and courage… Let the light of truth and honesty shine in your faces |
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AIL.124, SW_v08#02 p.026x |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Idle talk; backbiting; speaking ill of others; Praise of Western values; culture; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU3532 |
Words spoken in Oct. 1912 in New York |
20 |
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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. |
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SW_v07#15 p.147, SW_v06#04 p.033, SW_v08#01 p.006 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Race unity; racial issues; The economic problem and its solution; voluntary giving |
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- |
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| ABU0975 |
Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London |
320 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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How does one look forward to the goal of any journey? With hope and with expectation. It is even so with the end of this earthly journey.... Those who have passed on through death, have a sphere of their own. It is not removed from ours |
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AIL.096, SW_v04#19 p.321x, PN_1911 p002x, PN_1911 p011x, VLAB.132x, BSTW#043a |
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Angels; Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Existence; immortality of the human soul; Soul; spirit after death; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; The concourse on high; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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- |
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| ABU2287 |
Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London |
110 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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You must strive. A child does not know, in learning he obtains knowledge. Search for Truth. There are three kinds of Faith |
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AIL.064, SW_v20#10 p.293x, SAS.093-094 |
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Degrees of faith; certitude; Effort; striving; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Words vs deeds |
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- |
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| ABU3345 |
Words spoken in Sep. 1911 in London |
30 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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There is but one power which heals -- that is God. The state or condition through which the healing takes |
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AIL.095, SW_v08#18 p.233 |
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Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Inmost heart [fu'ad]; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God |
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- |
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| ABU1107 |
Words spoken on 1904-04-18 |
290 |
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The people have not understood the meaning of baptism. In one place in the Gospels |
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SW_v09#09 p.103 |
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John the Baptist; Literal interpretation; Religious rituals minimized or eliminated; Spiritual baptism; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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- |
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| ABU3583 |
Words spoken on 1905-03-26 |
10 |
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Today, the most important affair is firmness in the Covenant |
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SW_v05#15 p.227, SW_v04#14 p.237 |
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Role of the Covenant in preserving unity |
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- |
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| ABU3098 |
Words spoken on 1910-01-01 |
50 |
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The Christ is the central point of the Holy Spirit; he was born of the Holy Spirit... The focus of the rays of the Sun of Reality was Christ... Jesus was the sun and his rays shone upon his disciples through his teachings. |
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SW_v08#08 p.098 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Manifestation of God as mirror; Manifestation of God as recipient of divine revelation; Holy Spirit; Manifestation of God as sun; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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- |
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| ABU0476 |
Words spoken on 1910-05-10 |
560 |
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The English king, with his pomp and grandeur, used to address the sun and say |
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SW_v01#08 p.003-005 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; East and West; communication between East and West; Growth of the Cause; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU1197 |
Words spoken on 1910-05-13 |
270 |
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Among the human race, the bonds of and means for love are numerous, for man cannot live without it |
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SW_v01#08 p.005-006, SW_v08#10 p.127 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Love of God; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; The divine emanation; the all-pervading bounty of God; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU1063 |
Words spoken on 1910-05-15 |
300 |
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There are different gatherings and various meetings held in the world which apparently are in the utmost degree of arrangement and order |
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SW_v01#08 p.006-007 |
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Shrines and Holy places; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Stories; anecdotes |
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- |
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| ABU1879 |
Words spoken on 1910-05-18 |
160 |
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In fact, you have shown forth a wonderful devotion; you left the West and came to the furthermost part of Asia |
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SW_v01#08 p.008 |
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Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| ABU0977 |
Words spoken on 1911-09-27 in London |
320 |
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These people are very spiritual, with hearts looking towards God |
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SW_v02#12 p.008 |
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Exhortations and counsels; Prayer for spiritual recognition; Progressive revelation; renewal of religion; Second birth; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Suffering and imprisonment; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| ABU1896 |
Words spoken on 1911-10-17 in Paris |
160 |
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I wish you to study the works of the Blessed Beauty and to live according to His teaching. |
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SW_v02#16 p.003-004, PN_1911 p016 |
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Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Nearness to God; Prayer for nearness to God; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU1203 |
Words spoken on 1911-10-20 in Paris |
270 |
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The sun shines upon the earth, giving light and warmth to all creatures. The Sun of Truth also shines |
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SW_v02#16 p.004-005, PN_1911 p018 |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Manifestation of God as sun; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion |
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| ABU2404 |
Words spoken on 1911-11-06 in Paris |
100 |
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I. Pity and good-will towards all mankind. II. The rendering of service to humanity. |
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SW_v02#19 p.003 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Compassion; kindness; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Humility; meekness; lowliness |
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| ABU2110 |
Words spoken on 1911-11-26 in Paris |
130 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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Good news! Good news! The doors of the Kingdom of God are open!... Be Happy! Be Happy! Be full of Joy! |
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AIL.126, SW_v16#05 p.524, VLAB.113x |
J. Lenz |
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Call to action; Declaration; advent of the Bab; Love of God; Proclamation of the Cause (general or uncategorized); The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU1027 |
Words spoken on 1911-12-01 in Paris |
300 |
Abdu'l-Bahá in London |
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I bid a loving farewell to the people of France and England. I am very |
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AIL.122, SW_v02#16 p.006 |
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Compassion; kindness; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU3029 |
Words spoken on 1912-04-20 in Washington |
50 |
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It is true in this country in particular growth in all directions has progressed too rapidly. Moderation should be practiced in all things. Be temperate, even in the size of the ships you build and in their speed; in your railroads and the schedules you expect your trains to maintain. |
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SW_v19#03 p.087 |
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Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Principle of balance; moderation; equilibrium |
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| ABU1415 |
Words spoken on 1912-05-10 in Washington |
230 |
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Whosoever read the Book of H'ykl can observe the tremendous and colossal power of Baha'o'llah |
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SW_v08#13 p.170-171 |
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Justice and wrath of God; Predictions and prophecies; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Proclamation to kings; rulers; prominent individuals; Prophecy and fulfillment; Suffering and imprisonment; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
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- |
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| ABU3099 |
Words spoken on 1912-05-10 in Washington |
50 |
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And now you, if you act in accordance with the teachings of Baha'o'llah, may rest assured that you will be aided and confirmed. |
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COC#0309x, COC#1684x, SW_v08#08 p.103 |
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Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Call to action; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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- |
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| ABU3034 |
Words spoken on 1912-05-12 |
50 |
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Today the real king is the soul who serves all, and dear is he who exhibits humility toward all humanity. |
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SW_v07#18 p.188 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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- |
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| ABU3424 |
Words spoken on 1912-05-15 in Lake Mohonk |
30 |
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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. |
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SW_v19#06 p.181 |
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Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Universal peace; world unity |
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| ABU3253 |
Words spoken on 1912-06-12 in New York |
40 |
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To pray is not to read Psalms. To pray is to trust in God, and to be submissive in all things to Him... Strong ships are not conquered by the sea,--they ride the waves. |
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SW_v08#03 p.038, DJT.305, FDA.028, ABCC.214, VLAB.115-116, BLO_PN#027 |
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Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Trust and reliance in God; turning to Him at all times |
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| ABU0162 |
Words spoken on 1912-08-20 in Green Acre |
1000 |
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...When a man is thirsty he drinks water. When he is hungry he eats food. But if a man be not thirsty |
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SW_v07#16 p.155+161x |
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Human reality created in the image of God; Man's distinction from the animal; Power of the mind over nature; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU1527 |
Words spoken on 1912-09-03 in Montreal |
210 |
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Although the body-politic is one family, yet because of the lack of symmetry some members |
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SW_v08#10 p.122 |
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Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Selfishness; self-love; egotism; self-indulgence; Unity; oneness of humanity; Wealth inequality and its moderation |
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| ABU2874 |
Words spoken on 1912-09-04 in Montreal |
60 |
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No brotherhood appears in the world as lasting save that of the spiritual type |
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SW_v08#11 p.141 |
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Love of God; Nearness and remoteness; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU2101 |
Words spoken on 1912-09-06 in Montreal |
130 |
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Man has set up imaginary lines, only to have these become causes of strife. A river is made a boundary, one side called France and the other Germany |
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SW_v13#11 p.292 |
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Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
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| ABU0748 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-04 in San Francisco |
400 |
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Praise be to God: The United States has in reality made extraordinary progress... It will lead other nations spiritually, for its illumination is far-reaching ... but the greatness of every country |
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COF.035x, GPB.396x, TDH#158.5x, SW_v05#11 p.166-167, SW_v05#11 p.161, SW_v13#12 p.343x |
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Predictions and prophecies |
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| ABU0659 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
440 |
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The Blessed Beauty appeared in Persia, in Teheran. He was in the utmost of ease |
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SW_v07#04 p.032 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Call to action; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal; Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social); Sacrifice of the Manifestation of God redeems the world; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU1288 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
250 |
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This revered personage was the first Bahai in America. He served the Cause |
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SW_v03#13 p.014-015, SW_v04#11 p.186+189, ABCC.066x |
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Bringing forth results; fruit; Review of publications; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| ABU1614 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
190 |
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Mr. Chase was of the blessed souls. The best time of his life was spent in the path of God |
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SW_v03#13 p.015, SW_v04#11 p.190, MAB.022-023, ECN.160 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Shrines and Holy places; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU1818 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
160 |
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O my God! O my God! Verily, this is a servant of Thine, who did believe on Thee and in Thy signs |
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SW_v03#13 p.015, SW_v04#11 p.189-190, MAB.022, ECN.159 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Prayer for the departed; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU2337 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
100 |
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That which has come forth from the Center of the Covenant you must take fast hold of. |
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SW_v11#14 p.243 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Growth of the Cause; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU2341 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-19 in Los Angeles |
100 |
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I came from San Francisco to see you and to visit Mr. Chase's grave. |
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SW_v04#13 p.225, PN_1912 p016 |
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Eulogies; reminiscences; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Soul; spirit after death |
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| ABU1014 |
Words spoken on 1912-10-22 in San Francisco |
310 |
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God will assist you. One of the great prophets of the Orient, one of the worthies of the East.... When man dedicates his life to a cause he must dedicate himself entirely |
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SW_v04#12 p.205, SW_v08#06 p.064-065x |
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Crucifixion; ascension of Christ; Independent investigation of truth; reality; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU0607 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-15 in Liverpool |
470 |
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Tonight I am exceedingly happy to find myself in an assembly, the members of which are a recognized factor in philanthropy |
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SW_v03#17 p.004-005 |
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Martyrs and martyrdom; Oneness; unity of religion; Prayer for peace and unity; Religion as reality; definitions of religion; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal peace; world unity; War and peace |
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| ABU3356 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-15 in Liverpool |
30 |
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Water flowing from one spring has more force and energy than if the same water is divided between |
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DAS.1912-12-15, SW_v08#02 p.021 |
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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 |
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- |
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| ABU0728 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-17 in London |
410 |
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God willing! If I go to America another time I will go differently; but it is very difficult |
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DAS.1912-12-17, SW_v03#19 p.003-004 |
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Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Praise of Western values; culture; Review of publications; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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| ABU2037 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-22 in London |
140 |
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We also have a theatre... Our theatre is built in a country where there is eternal springtime. The streets of that city |
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DAS.1912-12-22, SW_v14#06 p.177 |
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Literature; drama; humanities; the arts; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3104 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-23 in London |
50 |
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There are two kinds of music, divine and earthly music. Divine music exhilarates the spirit |
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DAS.1912-12-23, SW_v14#06 p.177 |
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Connection between material and spiritual worlds; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Music and singing |
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| ABU3431 |
Words spoken on 1912-12-24 in London |
30 |
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Hands which have labored in the cause of education are ever blessed. I am pleased with your hands. |
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DAS.1912-12-24, SW_v09#08 p.089 |
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Education of children; moral education; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
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- |
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| ABU2964 |
Words spoken on 1913-01-19 in London |
60 |
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The object of all the prophets has been the purification of the souls... Today we are standing before the illimitable sea; let us not deprive ourselves. |
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DAS.1913-01-19, SW_v09#14 p.162x |
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Knowledge; recognition of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU1152 |
Words spoken on 1913-04-01 in Stuttgart |
280 |
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Praise be to God! that I have come to Stuttgart, that I could meet with you. Praise be to God! |
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SW_v04#04 p.067 |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Praise and encouragement; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Unity; oneness of humanity; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU3162 |
Words spoken on 1913-04-01 in Stuttgart |
40 |
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This is the best thing; we will arrive in Stuttgart.... How attracted and enkindled are the German Bahais! |
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SW_v04#09 p.162 |
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Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Praise and encouragement |
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- |
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| ABU1958 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-02 in Port Said |
150 |
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It is not my duty to command particular persons to arise and teach the Cause |
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DAS.1913-07-02, SW_v04#15 p.251, ABIE.009, BLO_PN#007 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Priority over other activities in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU1242 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-03 in Port Said |
260 |
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The soul of man must be happy, no matter where he is. One must attain to that condition of inward beatitude and peace |
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DAS.1913-07-03, SW_v07#16 p.161-162, ABIE.014, PN_1914 p009x, BLO_PN#007 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Study; deepening; Suffering and imprisonment |
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- |
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| ABU2308 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-04 in Port Said |
110 |
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It is related that an aged and decrepit man became the guest of his holiness Abraham |
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DAS.1913-07-04, SW_v08#12 p.143, ABIE.025, BLO_PN#007, STAB#051 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Idolatry; Stories; anecdotes |
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- |
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| ABU1803 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-05 in Port Said |
170 |
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Whether we live in the East or in the West, the invisible Power of Baha'o'llah |
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DAS.1913-07-05, SW_v04#15 p.252, ABIE.026, BLO_PN#007 |
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Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Present and future calamities; war; universal convulsion; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause; Unity in diversity |
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| ABU2949 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-08 in Port Said |
60 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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There is a power in this Cause, a mysterious power, far, far, far away from the ken of men and angels |
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DAS.1913-07-08, BSC.304 #622, SW_v07#05 p.034, SW_v11#14 p.243, ABIE.039, BLO_PN#007 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation |
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| ABU0847 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-17 in Ismailia |
360 |
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When two years had passed a regiment of soldiers was assigned to Acca. Of course there was only once place |
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DAS.1913-07-17, SW_v08#13 p.173-174, ABIE.078, BLO_PN#007 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Stories; anecdotes; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU2420 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-17 in Ismailia |
100 |
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When I was in Paris one of the believers brought me a soft cushion and urged |
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DAS.1913-07-17, SW_v08#02 p.020-021, ABIE.077, BLO_PN#007 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Moderation; frugality; simplicity; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities |
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- |
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| ABU2536 |
Words spoken on 1913-07-29 in Ramleh |
90 |
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Glad tidings of the Kingdom of Abha! We announce to you Glad-tidings of great Joy!... Similar words were spoken almost two thousand years ago. |
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DAS.1913-07-29, SW_v08#13 p.157-158, ABIE.125, BLO_PN#007 |
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He Whom God Shall Make Manifest; the Bab and Baha'u'llah; Oneness; unity of religion; Prophecy and fulfillment; The Adamic cycle and the Baha'i cycle; Universal language; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| ABU1269 |
Words spoken on 1913-08-05 in Ramleh |
250 |
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When we were imprisoned in the military barracks of Acca there was a small primitive bath |
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DAS.1913-08-05, SW_v08#13 p.174, ABIE.160, BLO_PN#007 |
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Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Business; financial; property matters |
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| ABU1591 |
Words spoken on 1913-08-05 in Ramleh |
200 |
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It is said that at one time a king went out traveling incognito. He put on an humble suit of clothes |
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DAS.1913-08-05, SW_v09#18 p.211-212, ABIE.161, BLO_PN#007, STAB#146 |
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Alcohol and drugs; tobacco; opium; Humor; jokes; Stories; anecdotes |
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- |
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| ABU3545 |
Words spoken on 1913-08-05 in Ramleh |
20 |
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The duty of the believers of God is to be servants to one another and to attend to his brother's wants |
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DAS.1913-08-05, SW_v08#12 p.143-144, ABIE.163, BLO_PN#007 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God |
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| ABU2820 |
Words spoken on 1913-08-06 in Ramleh |
60 |
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This is one of the wonders of this age, that an oriental and an occidental can meet on common ground |
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DAS.1913-08-06, SW_v08#10 p.136, ABIE.164, BLO_PN#007 |
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Race unity; racial issues; Spiritual communication; connections of the heart; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Unity; oneness of humanity; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU1204 |
Words spoken on 1913-08-25 in Ramleh |
270 |
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While I was in Adrianople Khorsheed Pasha the Vali asked me one day about the future possibilities of the country... During the war against a foreign nation one of the soldiers was stricken with a severe sickness. |
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DAS.1913-08-25, SW_v09#18 p.206, ABIE.239, BLO_PN#007, STAB#152 |
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Relationship between government and people; Stories; anecdotes |
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- |
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| ABU0973 |
Words spoken on 1913-09-02 in Ramleh |
320 |
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The fathers, and especially the mothers, must always think how they can best educate their children |
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DAS.1913-09-02, SW_v09#07 p.087-088, SW_v07#15 p.143-144, ABIE.267, BLO_PN#007 |
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Education of children; moral education; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity |
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- |
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| ABU1882 |
Words spoken on 1913-09-02 in Ramleh |
160 |
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Once there was a theologian who took a sea trip. While he was walking on the deck and watching the calm sea... By these remarks I do not mean that religious study must be entirely neglected |
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DAS.1913-09-02, SW_v09#18 p.210x, ABIE.269x, BLO_PN#007, STAB#154 |
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Empty learning; false spirituality; Humor; jokes |
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- |
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| ABU2960 |
Words spoken on 1913-09-04 in Ramleh |
60 |
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Chastity and purity of life are the two divine standards of the spiritual and moral law. |
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DAS.1913-09-04, SW_v08#02 p.026, ABIE.277, BLO_PN#007 |
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Chastity and purity; Courtesy; culture [adab]; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU1439 |
Words spoken on 1913-09-19 in Ramleh |
220 |
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Outside of Teheran we had a great park planted by the father of the Blessed perfection |
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DAS.1913-09-19, SW_v09#16 p.184, ABIE.334, BLO_PN#007 |
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Banishment to; life in Constantinople; Early years; early ministry of Baha'u'llah; Stories; anecdotes |
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- |
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| ABU1920 |
Words spoken on 1913-09-21 in Ramleh |
150 |
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How complex is the life of the present age and how much more complex we |
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DAS.1913-09-21, SW_v08#02 p.017-018, ABIE.343, BLO_PN#007 |
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Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Critique of Western values; culture; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Materialism; material vs. spiritual civilization; Moderation; frugality; simplicity; Praise of Eastern values; culture |
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- |
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| ABU2583 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-16 in Ramleh |
80 |
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You must give your daughter a Bahai education so that she may become an excellent |
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DAS.1913-10-16, SW_v09#08 p.096 |
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Education of children; moral education; Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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| ABU2191 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-23 in Ramleh |
120 |
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Once there was a man who had a negro servant. His name was Kafour. Having decided to make a journey |
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DAS.1913-10-23, SW_v09#18 p.209-210, STAB#008 |
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Humor; jokes |
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| ABU2197 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-25 in Ramleh |
120 |
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This power is not verbal. It must be actual, demonstrative, dynamic. This power has gone out of the body of Islam. |
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DAS.1913-10-25, SW_v08#08 p.102 |
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Corruption and decline of Islam; of the Shi'ih; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Praise of Western values; culture; Progress and the continual ascent of material civilization |
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| ABU2408 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-25 in Ramleh |
100 |
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Man must live in contentment with the conditions of his time. He must not make |
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DAS.1913-10-25, SW_v08#02 p.017 |
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Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Moderation; frugality; simplicity; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty |
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| ABU2597 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-25 in Ramleh |
80 |
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When I was in America and Europe I went through some of the Zoological gardens... My grandfather had many colored maids and servants. When the Blessed Perfection became the head of the family |
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DAS.1913-10-25, SW_v09#03 p.038-039x |
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Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Race unity; racial issues; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Stories; anecdotes |
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| ABU1946 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-26 in Ramleh |
150 |
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There are some people who make this short span of life miserable to themselves and others because they harbor envy in their hearts |
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DAS.1913-10-26, SW_v07#18 p.185x |
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Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Greed; envy; covetousness; attachment to the world; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU2729 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-26 in Ramleh |
70 |
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I desire that you may see the divine ships. These ships are the blessed sails who are traversing the sea of divine mercy |
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LOG#1997x, DAS.1913-10-26, SW_v08#08 p.104 |
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Growth of the Cause; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; The Holy Spirit; Being a channel for the Holy Spirit in teaching the Cause |
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| ABU3462 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-26 in Ramleh |
20 |
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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. |
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DAS.1913-10-26, SW_v08#04 p.047, SW_v14#06 p.165+168 |
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Importance of prayer; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer |
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| ABU2126 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-27 in Ramleh |
120 |
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My spiritual health is always perfect. I enjoy an eternal health of the spirit. I hope |
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DAS.1913-10-27, SW_v08#18 p.230-231 |
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Health and healing; material and spiritual healing; Manifestation of God as divine physician; Quotation from or interpretation of the Bible; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU1966 |
Words spoken on 1913-10-28 in Ramleh |
140 |
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If you are sincere in your love for me, then love and serve the believers of God, then love and serve your fellow-men. |
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DAS.1913-10-28, SW_v04#15 p.250 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Love, unity, and fellowship among the friends; in the Cause; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU1230 |
Words spoken on 1913-11-12 in Port Said |
260 |
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Belief without the test is not worth having.... Give your children a manual profession, something by which they may be able to |
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DAS.1913-11-12, SW_v09#09 p.097x, SW_v07#15 p.144x |
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Critique of Eastern values; culture; Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Empty learning; false spirituality; Oneness; unity of religion; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU2414 |
Words spoken on 1913-12-05 in Haifa |
100 |
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After the end of three years, again I return to the Holy Land. Were it not for the assistance and protection |
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SW_v09#02 p.017 |
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Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Praise and encouragement; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
- |
- |
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| ABU1156 |
Words spoken on 1913-12-06 in Haifa |
280 |
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What a beautiful gathering! In all the places I went.... According to the blessed command, it is not permitted to fall on the knees.... A certain Kurd was awakened in the morning to say his prayers |
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SW_v09#02 p.017-018, STAB#106 |
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Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Shrines and Holy places; Stories; anecdotes; Travels to the West by Abdu'l-Baha |
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| ABU2036 |
Words spoken on 1913-12-09 in Akka |
140 |
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I did not like to have such a big gathering.... My health and happiness are in this |
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SW_v09#02 p.018 |
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Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Non-participation in politics; Personal instructions; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3448 |
Words spoken on 1913-12-21 in Haifa |
30 |
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Did you know what I was smiling for?... In either case he has not understood, he is just revealing the state of his own |
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DAS.1913-12-21, SW_v08#11 p.142 |
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Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Humor; jokes; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
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- |
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| ABU2691 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-07 in Haifa |
80 |
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The world needs more happiness and illumination. The star of happiness is in every heart |
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DAS.1914-01-07, SW_v07#16 p.162-163, SW_v13#05 p.102, PN_1914 p009, SDW v12#10 p.115 |
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Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness |
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- |
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| ABU1272 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-10 |
250 |
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The rain does not stop. I have been intending every day to go up the mountain... The Blessed Perfection has explicitly promised me with his own tongue that he will assist me. |
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DAS.1914-01-10, SW_v08#19 p.239x, SW_v08#15 p.211x |
S. Forouhi |
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Cycles in the physical and spiritual worlds; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Growth of the Cause; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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- |
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| ABU1148 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-13 |
280 |
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The very names of these people will be forgotten... In Baghdad I was a child nine years old. There and then he (Baha'o'llah) announced to me the Word, and I believed him. |
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DAS.1914-01-13, SW_v08#13 p.169x, SW_v09#18 p.203x |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Devotion; sacrifice; consecration in teaching the Cause; Sacrifice of self; mystery of sacrifice; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU2301 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-13 |
110 |
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When these institutions, colleges, hospital, hospice and establishments for the incurables |
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LOG#2055x, DAS.1914-01-13, SW_v05#05 p.071, BW_v01p061 |
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Charitable associations; humanitarian activities; Harmony of science and religion; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU3105 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-24 |
50 |
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We do not look at the evil deeds of the people. We do not consider the race, the religion, or nationality |
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DAS.1914-01-24, SW_v11#02 p.025 |
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Assistance to the poor and lowly; the orphan; the sick; Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all |
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- |
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| ABU1941 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-27 |
150 |
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Consider the influence of the Word of God... If you take bars of iron and tie them together, no matter how closely, they will not become one. But when a metallurgist comes on the scene |
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DAS.1914-01-27, SW_v15#07 p.208x |
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Metallurgical metaphors; Oneness; unity of religion; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; The Word of God; influence and centrality of; Unity in diversity |
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- |
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| ABU3327 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-27 |
30 |
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We were commanded by Baha'o'llah to assist all the communities without the exclusion |
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DAS.1914-01-27, SW_v08#11 p.140 |
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Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
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- |
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| ABU0397 |
Words spoken on 1914-01-30 |
620 |
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Praise be to God that you have come to this Divine Spot... Now that you are returning to your respective homes you must be like unto ignited candles |
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DAS.1914-01-30, SW_v08#05 p.049x |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Shrines and Holy places; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU0787 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-03 |
380 |
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During the first years of our stay in Baghdad, Baha'o'llah suddenly departed for the |
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DAS.1914-02-03, SW_v08#13 p.165-166 |
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Baha'u'llah in Sulaymaniyyih; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Rebellion and misdeeds of Mirza Yahya; the Azalis |
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- |
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| ABU1083 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-08 |
290 |
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All days of his (Abul Fazl's) life were spent in the service of the Cause of God. His will and desire |
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DAS.1914-02-08, SW_v08#06 p.066 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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- |
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| ABU1420 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-09 in Haifa |
230 |
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Certainly, when the working people become partners with the company... The utterance of the Blessed Beauty that the descendants of Israel shall become dear |
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SW_v09#03 p.027-028 |
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Labor and management; labor relations; profit sharing; Prophecy and fulfillment; The Word of God; influence and centrality of |
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- |
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| ABU1994 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-11 |
140 |
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Readiness is necessary in order to be a recipient of divine bounty. Souls who are prepared are like candles |
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SW_v09#03 p.028 |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Mysteries and their discovery; the mystical vision |
- |
- |
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| ABU0791 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-12 in Haifa |
380 |
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We must execute the divine ordinances.... The climate of Mount Carmel is peerless.... They are promulgating matters which are not in accord.... This cycle is the cycle of favor and not of justice |
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SW_v09#03 p.028-029, SW_v14#05 p.148, VLAB.078x, BSTW#325 |
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Chastisement and requital; Methods of teaching the Cause; Study; deepening; Unity; oneness of humanity; Words vs deeds |
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- |
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| ABU1526 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-13 |
210 |
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The view from this hospice is very beautiful, especially because it faces the tomb of the Blessed Beauty |
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SW_v09#03 p.029 |
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Future of Haifa; of the Holy Land; Growth of the Cause; House of Worship [Mashriqu'l-Adhkar]; Prophecy and fulfillment |
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- |
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| ABU1109 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-14 |
290 |
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The view from the Pilgrims Home is very attractive.... In the future the distance between Akka and Haifa will be built up, and the two cities will join and clasp hands |
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DAS.1914-02-14, SW_v16#01 p.381, BNE.250-251 |
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Future of Haifa; of the Holy Land; Predictions and prophecies; Prophecy and fulfillment; Shrines and Holy places; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts |
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- |
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| ABU1797 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-14 |
170 |
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A thankful person is thankful under all circumstances. A complaining soul |
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DAS.1914-02-14, SW_v07#18 p.186-187 |
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Forgiveness; grace; bounty; mercy; compassion of God; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Thankfulness; gratitude; Words vs deeds |
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- |
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| ABU2955 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-14 |
60 |
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Indeed God's ways are most mysterious and unsearchable. What outward relation |
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DAS.1914-02-14, SW_v08#13 p.178-179 |
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Banishments of Baha'u'llah; Banishment to; life in Adrianople; Prophecy and fulfillment; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures |
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- |
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| ABU0938 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-15 |
330 |
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The schools should be free from all religious and racial prejudices.... Never let the friends be separated from other people and nations |
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SW_v09#03 p.029-030, SW_v15#01 p.037 |
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Educational curricula; Education of children; moral education; Race unity; racial issues; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity in diversity; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| ABU1650 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-15 |
190 |
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In this age the college which is dominated by a denominational spirit is an anomaly.... The universities and colleges of the world must hold fast to three cardinal principles |
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LOG#0716x, DAS.1914-02-15, SW_v09#09 p.098, SW_v14#01 p.007, SW_v18#06 p.181, SW_v19#02 p.058 |
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Call to acquire knowledge; sciences; Educational curricula; Education of children; moral education; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Unity; oneness of humanity; Universal education; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| ABU2541 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-16 |
80 |
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In the beginning of the Cause, the friends in Nayreez and Serostan were surging in activity |
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SW_v09#03 p.030 |
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Manifestation of God as gardener; cultivator; Martyrs and martyrdom; Praise and encouragement; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU3633 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-16 |
10 |
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A cheerful countenance lends consolation to the beholder. |
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DAS.1914-02-16, SW_v07#18 p.186 |
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Consolation and comfort; Courtesy; culture [adab]; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU0485 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-17 |
550 |
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When the Blessed Perfection and his family were exiled from Persia, all along our way... In this Cause there is no relationship save the relationship of service |
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DAS.1914-02-17, SW_v08#13 p.164x, BSTW#096 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Growth of the Cause; Non-participation in politics; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world |
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- |
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| ABU3391 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-18 |
30 |
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His aim [Andrew Carnegie's] is good and a service to the world of humanity |
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DAS.1914-02-18, SW_v09#03 p.035 |
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Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Universal peace; world unity |
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- |
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| ABU0553 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-19 |
500 |
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In Teheran I spoke with a scholarly gentleman and gave him the divine Message.... My happiness is in these glad tidings and victories... While we were living in Bagdad one of the most honorable men in Persian came there. He called |
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LOG#1981x, DAS.1914-02-19, SW_v07#16 p.155, SW_v09#03 p.035-036, STAB#109, STAB#113 |
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Confirmations and rewards in teaching the Cause; Power of the Manifestation of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| ABU0248 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-20 |
830 |
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If a person is confirmed in the accomplishment of the services of the Kingdom... Indeed the most enduring and imperishable work was performed by the disciples |
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DAS.1914-02-20, SW_v07#16 p.154-155x |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Martyrs and martyrdom; Mary Magdalene; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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- |
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| ABU1807 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-20 |
170 |
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As long as a thing is rare and scarce, it seems more attractive and has greater value.... In the past, they used to prevent girls from learning to read and write |
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SW_v09#03 p.036-037 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Education of children; moral education; Love of God; Role and station of women; Scarcity of receptive souls |
- |
- |
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| ABU0571 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-22 |
490 |
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In every dispensation a number of sanctified souls have become manifest who were self-sacrificing |
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DAS.1914-02-22, SW_v08#13 p.162-163, SW_v09#18 p.202x |
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Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal; Martyrs and martyrdom; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
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| ABU1796 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-22 |
170 |
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Everyone must do away with false prejudices and must even go to the other churches and mosques |
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SW_v09#03 p.037-038 |
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Blind imitation [taqlid]; Consorting with all; being kind; loving to all; Fanaticism and hatred; Oneness; unity of religion; Prejudice; racial prejudice; class distinction; The truth of past religions and sacred scriptures; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| ABU0492 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-23 |
550 |
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We had a person by the name of Estad Esmail. Indeed, he was peerless.... It is the duty of all the friends to help the families of the martyrs.... Indeed, Mullah Bahram is a blessed being.... Unless the souls are believers in God and assured in the verses of God, wealth causes the hearts to be hardened and without light. |
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SW_v09#09 p.105-106 |
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Covenant-breaking and Covenant-breakers; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Martyrs and martyrdom; Sacrifice of the Manifestation of God redeems the world; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty; Suffering and imprisonment; The Bab; the Primal Point; station and claims of the Bab |
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- |
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| ABU0700 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-24 |
420 |
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Wealth becomes the cause of heedlessness to many souls with the exception |
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DAS.1914-02-24, SW_v08#02 p.019-020 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Greed; envy; covetousness; attachment to the world; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; Status of material wealth; wealth and poverty |
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- |
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| ABU1798 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-24 |
170 |
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Generosity, courage, faithfulness, truthfulness, etc., are all shining stars.... In this station, the souls are tested. |
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SW_v09#10 p.107 |
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Martyrs and martyrdom; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU3333 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-24 |
30 |
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When a person's life is purely moral, when his daily actions are propelled by ethical forces he will influence |
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DAS.1914-02-24, SW_v07#18 p.184 |
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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 |
- |
- |
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| ABU3443 |
Words spoken on 1914-02-24 |
30 |
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Any undertaking by the believers of God and which directly helps the promotion |
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DAS.1914-02-24, SW_v07#15 p.140 |
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East and West; communication between East and West; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
- |
- |
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| ABU1114 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-01 |
290 |
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With what joy and transport they hastened toward the arena of martyrdom!... Bahá'u'lláh in one of his poems says: the mark of the chain |
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DAS.1914-03-01, SW_v08#13 p.161x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Suffering and imprisonment |
- |
- |
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| ABU1084 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-02 in Haifa |
290 |
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His Holiness the Báb says: 'We have put mankind in the alembic…" These souls are quickened through the Breath of the Blessed Perfection... The Holy, divine Manifestations have appeared in this world to instruct mankind in the school of morality... The foundation of praiseworthy virtues is faith. |
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DAS.1914-03-02, SW_v08#05 p.058x, PN_various p017 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world; Religion as basis of morality; of divine civilization; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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- |
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| ABU1649 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-05 |
190 |
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There are many kinds of roses, but this kind is the most fragrant. The extract of rose is |
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DAS.1914-03-05, SW_v08#13 p.177-178 |
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Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Physical limitations of the Manifestation of God; Special knowledge of the Manifestation of God |
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- |
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| ABU0278 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-07 |
770 |
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The greatest proof of the Blessed Perfection - may my life be a ransom to him! - consists in the fact that he was always manifest and evident under all conditions |
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DAS.1914-03-07, SW_v07#04 p.026-027x, SW_v08#13 p.178x |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Love of God; Station of the Manifestation of God; Twofold; threefold station of the Manifestation of God; Suffering and imprisonment; Teaching the Cause; call to teach |
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- |
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| ABU2680 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-07 |
80 |
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The altar of sacrifice is the living heart of man, and not a few pieces of dead stones |
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DAS.1914-03-07, SW_v07#04 p.027 |
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Love of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Symbolism; Symbolism of color and light |
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- |
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| ABU3243 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-07 |
40 |
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The Bible and the Gospels are most honored in the estimation of all Bahais. One of the spiritual utterances |
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DAS.1914-03-07, SW_v07#04 p.027x, SW_v14#02 p.055x, BSTW#207b |
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Christ; Christianity; Importance of reading the Sacred Writings; Study; deepening |
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- |
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| ABU3421 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-07 |
30 |
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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 |
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DAS.1914-03-07, SW_v07#04 p.027x |
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Defending the Faith; protecting the Cause; apologetics; Independent investigation of truth; reality |
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- |
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| ABU0246 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-23 |
830 |
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You are all welcomed…. For nine consecutive years the Blessed Perfection did not put his feet outside the gate |
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DAS.1914-03-23, SW_v08#13 p.175-176 |
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Ascension of Baha'u'llah; Banishment to; life in 'Akka |
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| ABU1719 |
Words spoken on 1914-03-26 in Haifa |
180 |
Regarding Family Life and Marriage |
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Are not men really childish? The life of men is but a few days; then death overtakes them... My home is the home of peace |
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COC#0859x, DAS.1914-03-26, SW_v09#03 p.039-040, SW_v12#12 p.204x, ABCC.405, VLAB.151 |
B. Weber, S. Sunderland |
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Contention and conflict; Happiness; joyfulness; joy and sorrow; Hospitality; Love and unity; Religion as source of love and unity; Love as fundamental; spiritual foundations of religion; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| ABU3037 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-01 |
50 |
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My happiness was complete in those dark days of imprisonment and vicissitude |
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DAS.1914-04-01, SW_v08#19 p.240 |
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Acquiescence and resignation; contentment; Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
- |
- |
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| ABU1257 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-08 |
250 |
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China, China, China, China-ward the Cause of Bahá'u'lláh must march! Where is that holy, sanctified Bahá'í |
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DAS.1914-04-08, SW_v08#03 p.037 |
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Growth of the Cause; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Teaching one's self first in teaching the Cause; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Wisdom [hikmat] |
- |
- |
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| ABU3457 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-08 |
20 |
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In the world of humanity "good intentions" is the greatest means of personal development. |
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DAS.1914-04-06, SW_v07#19 p.195-196 |
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Power of imagination; thought; right intention; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline |
- |
- |
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| ABU3435 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-09 |
30 |
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The world and its objects are transitory. Phenomena undergo change and transformation but God and his servants |
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DAS.1914-04-09, SW_v07#16 p.154 |
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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 |
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| ABU1505 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-15 |
210 |
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I hope that while you are studying in this college you may so excel all other students |
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COC#0797x, LOG#0718x, DAS.1914-04-15, SW_v09#09 p.098-099 |
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Excellence; distinction; Honesty; truthfulness; trustworthiness; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Unity; oneness of humanity |
- |
- |
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| ABU2398 |
Words spoken on 1914-04-17 |
100 |
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You must become the shining candles of moral precepts and spiritual ideas |
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COC#0796x, LOG#0717x, DAS.1914-04-17, SW_v09#09 p.098 |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Excellence; distinction; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU2111 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-17 in Tiberias |
130 |
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Praise be to God that you have come into this desert and exalted the name of God |
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DAS.1914-05-17, SW_v08#02 p.021 |
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Critique of Eastern values; culture; Development of capacity and readiness; Mindfulness; concentration; focus; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Transcending the material condition; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
- |
- |
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| ABU3244 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-17 in Tiberias |
40 |
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The body of man is created for this world but his heart is made for the habitation of the Holy Spirit. |
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DAS.1914-05-17, SW_v08#08 p.103-104 |
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Material and spiritual existence; two books; Mindfulness; concentration; focus; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life; Work as worship |
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| ABU1359 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-19 in Tiberias |
230 |
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How long are you Jews going to wait for the coming of Messiah? Day and night you are praying |
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DAS.1914-05-19, SW_v05#08 p.122 |
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Judaism; the Torah; the Jewish people; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Suffering; rejection of Christ |
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| ABU0722 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-23 in Tiberias |
410 |
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Life, life--let us have more life! Let us have the life of the spirit, a life which is a collective center of the beneficial forces |
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DAS.1914-05-23, SW_v07#18 p.179-180 |
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Equality of men and women; Historical episodes and the lessons of the past; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Loving one's enemies; returning hatred with love; Priestcraft; Purpose of religion in the world (personal and social); Service to others; to the Cause of God; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0962 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-25 in Tiberias |
320 |
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From the beginning of the Cause or more definitely from the time that the Blessed Perfection was exiled... All this diffusion of the fragrances of the Cause of God, throughout the Orient |
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DAS.1914-05-25, SW_v08#13 p.178x, SW_v08#13 p.179x |
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Banishment to; life in 'Akka; Banishment to; life in Baghdad; Banishment to; life in Constantinople; Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Growth of the Cause; Love of God; Prophecy and fulfillment |
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| ABU3357 |
Words spoken on 1914-05-26 in Tiberias |
30 |
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Concerning my power: it is one bestowal of the bestowals of His Holiness Baha'o'llah |
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DAS.1914-05-26, SW_v08#15 p.211 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity |
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| ABU1726 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-01 in Tiberias |
180 |
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Live thou in accord with the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh. Do not only read them. There is a vast difference |
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COC#0423x, DAS.1914-06-01, SW_v07#18 p.178, BSTW#402 |
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Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU1778 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-01 in Tiberias |
170 |
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Thy present condition is transitory... Dissatisfaction with one's self is a sign of progress. The soul who is satisfied with himself is the manifestation of Satan |
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DAS.1914-06-01, SW_v07#18 p.184-185x, BNE.084x |
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Perfection; imperfection of nature; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Transcendence; unknowability of God |
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| ABU2179 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-01 in Tiberias |
120 |
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No matter how small a room is, and how simply it is furnished, when a candle is ignited therein... The heart must of necessity be spiritual. A tree must be fruitful; it may be very tall, very verdant |
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DAS.1914-06-01, SW_v07#16 p.151x |
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Bringing forth results; fruit; Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU2694 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-03 in Tiberias |
80 |
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Laughter is caused by the slackening or relaxation of the nerves. It is an ideal condition and not physical |
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DAS.1914-06-03, SW_v13#04 p.102, PN_1914 p009 |
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Law of cause and effect; Material and spiritual existence; two books |
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| ABU2175 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-05 in Tiberias |
120 |
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Man, as an individual unit of human society must not base his deeds according to the law of retaliation. |
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DAS.1914-06-05, SW_v07#18 p.187x |
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Civil courts; Forgiveness; a sin-covering eye; patience and forbearance; Justice and mercy; Justice ['adl]; social justice and divine justice |
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| ABU2693 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-05 in Tiberias |
80 |
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Rest assured in the protection of God. He will preserve his own children under all circumstances. |
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DAS.1914-06-05, SW_v08#19 p.241 |
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Consolation and comfort; Cycles in the physical and spiritual worlds; Poems and quotation from poetry; Power and sovereignty of God; omnipotence of God; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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| ABU0289 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-06 in Tiberias |
750 |
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These are the harbingers of the coming of the spiritual springtime... Once a Mohammadan mullah thought that one of his fingers had become impure |
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DAS.1914-06-06, SW_v09#10 p.108-109x, SW_v09#18 p.207x, STAB#023 |
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Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Corruption and renewal; abandoning religious dogmas; Martyrs and martyrdom; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual prerequisites of teaching the Cause; Stories; anecdotes; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; The Christian clergy; Words vs deeds |
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| ABU2643 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-06 in Tiberias |
80 |
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Bad conduct or deeds are not allowed at any time and especially during the Feast. But those are the days of happiness |
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SW_v09#10 p.109 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU1865 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-08 in Tiberias |
160 |
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God willing, ye shall be always under the protection of the Truth. In your behalf, I seek favor and bounty from the Blessed Beauty. Rest ye assured. |
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DAS.1914-06-08, SW_v09#10 p.109 |
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Apostles; early disciples of Christ; Divine grace, bounty, confirmations; spiritual capacity; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU2553 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-12 in Tiberias |
80 |
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Man must be qualified with the attributes of the Kingdom. Man must characterize himself with the characteristics of the Kingdom. |
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DAS.1914-06-12, SW_v09#10 p.112 |
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Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Serving humanity; working for progress, betterment of the world; The golden rule; regard for one's neighbor; doing unto others; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU3436 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-12 in Tiberias |
30 |
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Should a black stone be placed facing the light of the sun, the signs of brilliancy would not appear |
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SW_v09#10 p.111-112 |
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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 |
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| ABU2136 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-15 in Tiberias |
120 |
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The Cause appeared in Persia. The blood of so many martyrs was shed in Persia that, unquestionably, signs will appear. |
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DAS.1914-06-14, SW_v09#10 p.116 |
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Critique of Eastern values; culture; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Growth of the Cause; Heedlessness and ignorance of the people; Martyrs and martyrdom; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
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| ABU2156 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-15 in Tiberias |
120 |
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In the religion of God constitutional government is a religious and binding principle. Every nation must diligently walk in this path and form a government of justice and fairness |
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DAS.1914-06-15, SW_v09#10 p.116 |
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Chastisement and requital; Parliaments; constitutional government; Past, present and future of Iran; Relationship between government and people; Status of kings; future of monarchy |
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| ABU1718 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-16 |
180 |
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Think of God, and let thy thought be of God, and let thy brother be trained according to |
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DAS.1914-06-16, SW_v07#15 p.143, SW_v09#07 p.088 |
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Education of children; moral education; Love of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Two aspects of the human soul; the higher and lower natures; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU2207 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-17 in Haifa |
110 |
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The friends in Meelan were self-sacrificing from the beginning of the Cause. They have always endured calamities and hardships.... We are continually working hard, writing and writing.... Endeavor ye night and day that the banner of the Covenant may wave as it should |
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SW_v09#10 p.117-118x |
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Firmness in the Covenant; Prayer for firmness in the Covenant; Power; greatness; centrality of the Covenant; Spiritual emotions and susceptibilities; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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| ABU1026 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-18 |
300 |
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During the days of youth, man sees the pictures of life in all things.... During the lifetime of the king-of-the-martyrs, the heart of the Blessed Beauty.... On day, one of the opposers hit a dog with a stone.... There was a great commotion in the souls upon hearing my address.... |
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DAS.1914-06-18, SW_v09#10 p.118 |
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Evolution; human evolution; Kindness to and rights of animals |
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| ABU1900 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-18 |
160 |
Bahá'í Scriptures |
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Prayer and supplication are two wings whereby man soars toward the heavenly mansion of the True One. |
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DAS.1914-06-18, BSC.438 #796x, SW_v09#10 p.113, SW_v08#04 p.041-042, SW_v14#06 p.166 |
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Autobiographical account; narrative of Abdu'l-Baha; Importance of prayer; Meditation; The state of prayer; dynamics of prayer |
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| ABU2526 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-18 |
90 |
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If the fruit of the existence of man is not servitude at the threshold of the Almighty I declare by the living, self-subsistent God |
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DAS.1914-06-18, SW_v07#16 p.151 |
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Effort; striving; Humility; meekness; lowliness; Servitude; submission to God; repentance; The Kingdom of God [Malakut]; Walking the spiritual path; spiritual wayfaring; the virtuous life |
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| ABU0438 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-20 in Haifa |
580 |
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Naraq is one of the Provinces of Persian wherein the Cause made its appearance from the beginning, and many people embraced the Teachings.... ...Haji Kamaleddin was one of God's own servants, severed from aught else save him, enkindled |
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DAS.1914-06-21, SW_v08#19 p.242x, SW_v09#11 p.121x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Martyrs and martyrdom; Radiant countenance; bearing the divine fragrance; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Transience; worthlessness of the physical world |
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| ABU1608 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-20 in Haifa |
190 |
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Dr. Ardasheer has learned osteopathy very well. He desires to give you a massage.... They investigate every question.... They go to self-interested strangers |
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DAS.1914-06-19, SW_v09#10 p.119-120 |
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Methods of teaching the Cause; Power; influence of a single soul in teaching the Cause; Praise of Western values; culture; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Teaching the Cause; call to teach; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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| ABU3328 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-21 |
30 |
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In an Arabic poem the Blessed Perfection said about the calamities and allegations |
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DAS.1914-06-21, SW_v08#13 p.178 |
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Expressions of grief; lamentation; sadness; Praise and encouragement; Prayer for tests and difficulties; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU0166 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-22 in Haifa |
1000 |
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When I was a small boy in Teheran, I remember whenever two of the believers |
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DAS.1914-06-22, SW_v08#13 p.162x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Incarceration of Baha'u'llah in Siyah Chal; Martyrs and martyrdom; Spiritual meetings; gatherings; devotional gatherings; feasts; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Suffering and imprisonment |
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| ABU2730 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-22 in Haifa |
70 |
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The Bahá'í students in Beirut have so conducted themselves, both within and without the college |
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DAS.1914-06-22, SW_v09#11 p.122 |
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Cleanliness and refinement; Praise and encouragement |
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| ABU2397 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-25 |
100 |
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If the friends of God listen to my first word, they will find the success.... Thou shouldst strive day and night, so that the fire of the love of God |
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DAS.1914-06-24, SW_v09#11 p.123 |
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Obedience to; authority of the Manifestations of God |
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| ABU0604 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-26 |
470 |
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During the autocratic reign of Abdul Hamid, while I was closely incarcerated in the town of Acca, a man with a suspicious character called on me. |
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DAS.1914-06-26, SW_v09#11 p.125x |
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Banishment to; life in Constantinople; Greatness and influence of the Cause; of this Day; Proofs of the Manifestations of God; Rejection, opposition and persecution |
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- |
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| ABU1021 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-26 |
300 |
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Most of the Persian ulama (clergymen) became the cause of destruction and the casting of Persia to the winds. |
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DAS.1914-06-25, SW_v09#11 p.123-125 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Rejection, opposition and persecution; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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- |
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| ABU0674 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-29 in Haifa |
430 |
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Today, the friends of God are the illuminated candles of the world of humanity |
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SW_v09#11 p.130 |
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Being a source of light; guidance; Characteristics and conduct of true believers; Service to others; to the Cause of God; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering; Unity; oneness of humanity |
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- |
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| ABU3030 |
Words spoken on 1914-06-30 |
50 |
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I am serving God. I am the servant of God. I give sight to the blind, hearing to the deaf |
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DAS.1914-06-30, SW_v08#15 p.210 |
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Forces of light and darkness; integration and disintegration; Light and darkness; Living waters; water of life; Mission of the Manifestation of God in the world; Power of the Manifestation of God; Station; mission; authority of Abdu'l-Baha |
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- |
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| ABU3432 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-01 |
30 |
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When I leave the world I want my heart to be assured that the Blessed Beauty has self-sacrificing servants |
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DAS.1914-07-01, SW_v09#12 p.135 |
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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 |
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| ABU0199 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-03 |
910 |
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It is said that Jesus entered a village. In those days many houses were broken into |
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DAS.1914-07-03, SW_v09#18 p.212-214, STAB#058 |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Stories; anecdotes; Worldliness vs. other-worldliness |
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- |
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| ABU2938 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-08 in Akka |
60 |
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Man must be freed from every material tie... Praising one's self is the sign of selfishness. Commanding others is not the passport to the realm of spiritual progress |
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DAS.1914-07-08, SW_v07#18 p.185x, SW_v14#06 p.165x |
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Detachment; severance; renunciation; patience; Pride; vanity; laying claim to inner knowledge; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Spiritual transformation; Wine as symbol of spiritual transformation; Words vs deeds |
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- |
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| ABU2961 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-08 in Akka |
60 |
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Man must be tireless in his effort. Once his effort is directed in the proper channel, if he does not succeed today he shall succeed tomorrow. |
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DAS.1914-07-08, SW_v08#02 p.021 |
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Chastisement and requital; Effort; striving; Fulfillment of true potential; Self-improvement; self-perfection; discipline; Steadfastness; perseverance; faithfulness |
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- |
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| ABU3559 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-10 in Haifa |
20 |
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A material man lets himself be worried and harassed by little things but a spiritual man is always calm and serene under all circumstances |
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DAS.1914-07-10, SW_v07#16 p.154 |
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Composure; tranquillity; serenity; Material and spiritual existence; two books; Tests and trials; sacrifice and suffering |
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- |
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| ABU3634 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-11 |
10 |
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Devotion to and love for one's vocation accomplishes miracles. |
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DAS.1914-07-11, SW_v08#02 p.021 |
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Excellence; distinction; Power of imagination; thought; right intention; Useful occupation; acquisition of a craft; trade; profession; Work as worship |
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| ABU3600 |
Words spoken on 1914-07-13 |
10 |
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The Cause of Baha'o'llah is in fulfillment of all the prophecies in all the books of the religions of the world. |
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DAS.1914-07-13, SW_v09#01 p.006 |
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Oneness; unity of religion; Prophecy and fulfillment |
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