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The quotations for Ruhi Book 2:  Arising to Serve have been excerpted for Study Circle participants.  All excerpts were retrieved using the Ocean Baha'i Library.

Unit 1: The Joy of Teaching

Section 1

"O wayfarer in the path of God! Take thou thy portion of the ocean of His grace, and deprive not thyself of the things that lie hidden in its depths. Be thou of them that have partaken of its treasures. A dewdrop out of this ocean would, if shed upon all that are in the heavens and on the earth, suffice to enrich them with the bounty of God, the Almighty, the All-Knowing, the All-Wise. With the hands of renunciation draw forth from its life-giving waters, and sprinkle therewith all created things, that they may be cleansed from all man-made limitations and may approach the mighty seat of God, this hallowed and resplendent Spot."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 279)

Section 2

"O My servants! My holy, My divinely ordained Revelation may be likened unto an ocean in whose depths are concealed innumerable pearls of great price, of surpassing luster. It is the duty of every seeker to bestir himself and strive to attain the shores of this ocean, so that he may, in proportion to the eagerness of his search and the efforts he hath exerted, partake of such benefits as have been pre-ordained in God's irrevocable and hidden Tablets."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 326)

Section 3

"O My servants! The one true God is My witness! This most great, this fathomless and surging Ocean is near, astonishingly near, unto you. Behold it is closer to you than your life-vein! Swift as the twinkling of an eye ye can, if ye but wish it, reach and partake of this imperishable favor, this God-given grace, this incorruptible gift, this most potent and unspeakably glorious bounty."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 326)

Section 4

"The Word of God may be likened unto a sapling, whose roots have been implanted in the hearts of men. It is incumbent upon you to foster its growth through the living waters of wisdom, of sanctified and holy words, so that its root may become firmly fixed and its branches may spread out as high as the heavens and beyond."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 97)

Section 5

"O that I could travel, even though on foot and in the utmost poverty, to these regions, and, raising the call of "Ya Baha'u'l-Abha" in cities, villages, mountains, deserts and oceans, promote the divine teachings! This, alas, I cannot do. How intensely I deplore it! Please God, ye may achieve it."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of the Divine Plan, p. 41)

Section 6

"O MAN OF TWO VISIONS!  Close one eye and open the other. Close one to the world and all that is therein, and open the other to the hallowed beauty of the Beloved."    (Baha'u'llah, The Persian Hidden Words)

"O FRIENDS!  Abandon not the everlasting beauty for a beauty that must die, and set not your affections on this mortal world of dust."     (Baha'u'llah, The Persian Hidden Words)

"O SON OF UTTERANCE!  Turn thy face unto Mine and renounce all save Me; for My sovereignty endureth and My dominion perisheth not. If thou seekest another than Me, yea, if thou searchest the universe for evermore, thy quest will be in vain."    (Baha'u'llah, The Arabic Hidden Words)

"O BEFRIENDED STRANGER!  The candle of thine heart is lighted by the hand of My power, quench it not with the contrary winds of self and passion. The healer of all thine ills is remembrance of Me, forget it not. Make My love thy treasure and cherish it even as thy very sight and life."     (Baha'u'llah, The Persian Hidden Words)

"Detachment is as the sun; in whatsoever heart it doth shine it quencheth the fire of covetousness and self.  He whose sight is illumined with the light of understanding will assuredly detach himself from the world and the vanities thereof ....Let not the world and its vileness grieve you.  Happy is he whom riches fill not with vain-glory, nor poverty with sorrow." (Baha'u'llah, cited in The Baha'i World)

Section 7

"Labor is needed, if we are to seek Him; ardor is needed, if we are to drink of the honey of reunion with Him; and if we taste of this cup, we shall cast away the world."    (Baha'u'llah, The Seven Valleys, p. 7)

"...rest ye not, seek ye no composure, attach not yourselves to the luxuries of this ephemeral world, free yourselves from every attachment, and strive with heart and soul to become fully established in the Kingdom of God. Gain ye the heavenly treasures. Day by day become ye more illumined. Draw ye nearer and nearer unto the threshold of oneness."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of the Divine Plan, p. 95)

"Until a being setteth his foot in the plane of sacrifice, he is bereft of every favour and grace; and this plane of sacrifice is the realm of dying to the self, that the radiance of the living God may then shine forth."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 76)

Section 8 - no quotations

Section 9

"Gird up the loins of thine endeavor, that haply thou mayest guide thy neighbor to the law of God, the Most Merciful. Such an act, verily, excelleth all other acts in the sight of God, the All-Possessing, the Most High."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 339)

"By the righteousness of God! Whoso openeth his lips in this Day and maketh mention of the name of his Lord, the hosts of Divine inspiration shall descend upon him from the heaven of My name, the All-Knowing, the All-Wise."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 280)

"Whoso ariseth to teach Our Cause must needs detach himself from all earthly things, and regard, at all times, the triumph of Our Faith as his supreme objective."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 334)

"Be unrestrained as the wind, while carrying the Message of Him Who hath caused the Dawn of Divine Guidance to break."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 339)

"When the victory arriveth, every man shall profess himself as believer and shall hasten to the shelter of God's Faith. Happy are they who in the days of world-encompassing trials have stood fast in the Cause and refused to swerve from its truth."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 319)

"O SON OF BEING!  Make mention of Me on My earth, that in My heaven I may remember thee, thus shall Mine eyes and thine be solaced."     (Baha'u'llah, The Arabic Hidden Words)

Unit 2:  Deepening Themes

Section 1 - no quotations

Section 2

"O SON OF MAN!  I loved thy creation, hence I created thee. Wherefore, do thou love Me, that I may name thy name and fill thy soul with the spirit of life."    (Baha'u'llah, The Arabic Hidden Words)

"I bear witness, O my God, that Thou hast created me to know Thee and to worship Thee. I testify, at this moment, to my powerlessness and to Thy might, to my poverty and to Thy wealth.  There is none other God but Thee, the Help in Peril, the Self-Subsisting."   (Baha'u'llah, Prayers and Meditations by Baha'u'llah, p. 314 )  (Baha'u'llah, Prayers and Meditations by Baha'u'llah, p. 314)

"This is the Day in which God's most excellent favors have been poured out upon men, the Day in which His most mighty grace hath been infused into all created things. It is incumbent upon all the peoples of the world to reconcile their differences, and, with perfect unity and peace, abide beneath the shadow of the Tree of His care and loving-kindness."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 6)

"The first and foremost duty prescribed unto men, next to the recognition of Him Who is the Eternal Truth, is the duty of steadfastness in His Cause. Cleave thou unto it, and be of them whose minds are firmly fixed and grounded in God."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 290)

"The Ancient Beauty hath consented to be bound with chains that mankind may be released from its bondage, and hath accepted to be made a prisoner within this most mighty Stronghold that the whole world may attain unto true liberty. He hath drained to its dregs the cup of sorrow, that all the peoples of the earth may attain unto abiding joy, and be filled with gladness. This is of the mercy of your Lord, the Compassionate, the Most Merciful. We have accepted to be abased, O believers in the Unity of God, that ye may be exalted, and have suffered manifold afflictions, that ye might prosper and flourish. He Who hath come to build anew the whole world, behold, how they that have joined partners with God have forced Him to dwell within the most desolate of cities!"    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 99)

"Illumine our hearts, grant us discerning eyes and attentive ears."     (Baha'i Prayers, p. 82 )

"Grant Thine infinite bestowals, and let the light of Thy guidance shine."     (Baha'i Prayers, p. 101 )

"Unlock the gates of true understanding and let the light of faith shine resplendent."    (Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 116 )

"Illumine, O Lord, the faces of Thy servants, that they may behold Thee..."    (Baha'u'llah, Prayers and Meditations by Baha'u'llah, p. 95 )

"O our Lord! Turn our faces unto Thy merciful countenance..."     (Baha'i Prayers, p. 139 )

Section 3

"They who are the beloved of God, in whatever place they gather and whomsoever they may meet, must evince, in their attitude towards God, and in the manner of their celebration of His praise and glory, such humility and submissiveness that every atom of the dust beneath their feet may attest the depth of their devotion. The conversation carried by these holy souls should be informed with such power that these same atoms of dust will be thrilled by its influence. They should conduct themselves in such manner that the earth upon which they tread may never be allowed to address to them such words as these: 'I am to be preferred above you. For witness, how patient I am in bearing the burden which the husbandman layeth upon me. I am the instrument that continually imparteth unto all beings the blessings with which He Who is the Source of all grace hath entrusted me. Notwithstanding the honor conferred upon me, and the unnumbered evidences of my wealth -- a wealth that supplieth the needs of all creation -- behold the measure of my humility, witness with what absolute submissiveness I allow myself to be trodden beneath the feet of men....' "    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 7)

Section 4

"Nothing whatever can, in this Day, inflict a greater harm upon this Cause than dissension and strife, contention, estrangement and apathy, among the loved ones of God. Flee them, through the power of God and His sovereign aid, and strive ye to knit together the hearts of men, in His Name, the Unifier, the All-Knowing, the All-Wise."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 9)

"Be in perfect unity. Never become angry with one another....Love the creatures for the sake of God and not for themselves. You will never become angry or impatient if you love them for the sake of God. Humanity is not perfect. There are imperfections in every human being, and you will always become unhappy if you look toward the people themselves. But if you look toward God, you will love them and be kind to them, for the world of God is the world of perfection and complete mercy."     (Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 93)

"I charge you all that each one of you concentrate all the thoughts of your heart on love and unity. When a thought of war comes, oppose it by a stronger thought of peace. A thought of hatred must be destroyed by a more powerful thought of love. Thoughts of war bring destruction to all harmony, well-being, restfulness and content.  Thoughts of love are constructive of brotherhood, peace, friendship, and happiness."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Paris Talks, p. 29)

"If any differences arise amongst you, behold Me standing before your face, and overlook the faults of one another for My name's sake and as a token of your love for My manifest and resplendent Cause."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 315)

"The imperfect eye beholds imperfections. The eye that covers faults looks toward the Creator of souls. He created them, trains and provides for them, endows them with capacity and life, sight and hearing; therefore, they are the signs of His grandeur. You must love and be kind to everybody, care for the poor, protect the weak, heal the sick, teach and educate the ignorant."    (Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 93)

"O COMPANION OF MY THRONE!  Hear no evil, and see no evil, abase not thyself, neither sigh and weep. Speak no evil, that thou mayest not hear it spoken unto thee, and magnify not the faults of others that thine own faults may not appear great; and wish not the abasement of anyone, that thine own abasement be not exposed. Live then the days of thy life, that are less than a fleeting moment, with thy mind stainless, thy heart unsullied, thy thoughts pure, and thy nature sanctified, so that, free and content, thou mayest put away this mortal frame, and repair unto the mystic paradise and abide in the eternal kingdom for evermore."   (Baha'u'llah, The Persian Hidden Words)

"Some of the creatures of existence can live solitary and alone. A tree, for instance, may live without the assistance and cooperation of other trees. Some animals are isolated and lead a separate existence away from their kind. But this is impossible for man. In his life and being cooperation and association are essential. Through association and meeting we find happiness and development, individual and collective."    (Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 35)

"They must, when coming together, turn their faces to the Kingdom on high and ask aid from the Realm of Glory. They must then proceed with the utmost devotion, courtesy, dignity, care and moderation to express their views. They must in every matter search out the truth and not insist upon their own opinion, for stubbornness and persistence in one's views will lead ultimately to discord and wrangling and the truth will remain hidden. The honoured members must with all freedom express their own thoughts, and it is in no wise permissible for one to belittle the thought of another, nay, he must with moderation set forth the truth, and should differences of opinion arise a majority of voices must prevail, and all must obey and submit to the majority."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 88)

"The supreme need of humanity is cooperation and reciprocity. The stronger the ties of fellowship and solidarity amongst men, the greater will be the power of constructiveness and accomplishment in all the planes of human activity."    (Abdu'l-Baha, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 338)

Section 5

"By My Life and My Cause!  Round about whatever dwelling the friends of God may enter, and from which their cry shall rise as they praise and glorify the Lord, shall circle the souls of true believers and all the favored angels." (Baha'u'llah, cited in Baha'i Meetings, p. 3)

"Every meeting which is organized for the purpose of unity and concord will be conducive to changing strangers into friends, enemies into associates, and Abdul-Baha will be present in his heart and soul with that meeting."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha v3, p. 553 )

"We hear that thou hast in mind to embellish thy house from time to time with a meeting of Baha'is, where some among them will engage in glorifying the All-Glorious Lord... Know that shouldst thou bring this about, that house of earth will become a house of heaven, and that fabric of stone a congress of the spirit."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 94)

"It behooveth the friends in whatever land they be, to gather together in meetings, and therein to speak wisely and with eloquence, and to read the verses of God; for it is God's Words that kindle love's fire and set it ablaze."   (Baha'u'llah, cited in Baha'i Meetings, p. 3)

"Hold meetings and read and chant the heavenly teachings, so that city may be illumined with the light of reality and that country become a veritable paradise by the strength of the Holy Spirit, for this cycle is the cycle of the Glorious Lord and the melody of oneness and solidarity of the world of mankind must reach the ears of the East and West."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha v3, p. 631)

"Today it behoveth one and all to forgo the mention of all else, and to disregard all things....let them concentrate all their thoughts, all their words, on teaching the Cause of God and spreading the Faith of God, and inspiring all to characterize themselves with the characteristics of God; on loving mankind; on being pure and holy in all things, and spotless in their public and private life; on being upright and detached, and fervent, and afire."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 93)

"Verily, it is enjoined upon you to offer a feast, once in every month, though only water be served; for God hath purposed to bind hearts together, albeit through both earthly and heavenly means."     (Baha'u'llah, The Kitab-i-Aqdas, p. 40)

"O ye loyal servants of the Ancient Beauty! In every cycle and dispensation, the feast hath been favoured and loved, and the spreading of a table for the lovers of God hath been considered a praiseworthy act. This is especially the case today, in this dispensation beyond compare, this most generous of ages, when it is highly acclaimed, for it is truly accounted among such gatherings as are held to worship and glorify God. Here the holy verses, the heavenly odes and laudations are intoned, and the heart is quickened, and carried away from itself."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 90)

"The World Order of Baha'u'llah encompasses all units of human society; integrates the spiritual, administrative and social processes of life; and canalizes human expression in its varied forms towards the construction of a new civilization. The Nineteen Day Feast embraces all these aspects at the very base of society. Functioning in the village, the town, the city, it is an institution of which all the people of Baha are members. It is intended to promote unity, ensure progress, and foster joy."    (The Universal House of Justice, The Compilation of Compilations vol. I, p. 419)

"Important aspects of the preparation of the Feast include the proper selection of readings, the assignment, in advance, of good readers, and a sense of decorum both in the presentation and the reception of the devotional program. Attention to the environment in which the Feast is to be held, whether indoors or outdoors, greatly influences the experience. Cleanliness, arrangement of the space in practical and decorative ways -- all play a significant part. Punctuality is also a measure of good preparation."    (The Universal House of Justice, NSA USA - Developing Distinctive Baha'i Communities)

"To a very large extent, the success of the Feast depends on the quality of the preparation and participation of the individual. The beloved master offers the following advice: '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, chant the communes, beseech God's help, become joyfully enamoured each of the other, and grow in purity and holiness, and in the fear of God, and in resistance to passion and self. Thus will they separate themselves from this elemental world, and immerse themselves in the ardours of the spirit.' "     (The Universal House of Justice, The Compilation of Compilations vol. I, p. 421)

Section 6

"To give and to be generous are attributes of Mine; well is it with him that adorneth himself with My virtues."     (Baha'u'llah, The Persian Hidden Words)

"The mystery of sacrifice is that man should sacrifice all his conditions for the divine station of God. The station of God is mercy, kindness, forgiveness, sacrifice, favor, grace and giving life to the spirits and lighting the fire of His love in the hearts and arteries."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha v1, p. 65)

Section 7

"The things He hath reserved for Himself are the cities of men's hearts, that He may cleanse them from all earthly defilements, and enable them to draw nigh unto the hallowed Spot which the hands of the infidel can never profane. Open, O people, the city of the human heart with the key of your utterance. Thus have We, according to a pre-ordained measure, prescribed unto you your duty." (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 304)

"Every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God is endowed with such potency as can instill new life into every human frame, if ye be of them that comprehend this truth."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 141)

"I am expecting the results of this meeting, that I may see thee lighted as a candle and burning thyself as a moth with the fire of the love of God, weeping like unto the cloud by the greatness of love and attraction, laughing like unto the meadow and stirred into cheerfulness like unto the young tree by the wafting of the breeze of the Paradise of ABHA!"    (Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha v2, p. 473)

"Be unrestrained as the wind, while carrying the Message of Him Who hath caused the Dawn of Divine Guidance to break. Consider, how the wind, faithful to that which God hath ordained, bloweth upon all the regions of the earth, be they inhabited or desolate. Neither the sight of desolation, nor the evidences of prosperity, can either pain or please it. It bloweth in every direction, as bidden by its Creator. So should be every one that claimeth to be a lover of the one true God. It behoveth him to fix his gaze upon the fundamentals of His Faith, and to labor diligently for its propagation. Wholly for the sake of God he should proclaim His Message, and with that same spirit accept whatever response his words may evoke in his hearer. He who shall accept and believe, shall receive his reward; and he who shall turn away, shall receive none other than his own punishment."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 339)

"When you call on the Mercy of God waiting to reinforce you, your strength will be tenfold. Look at me: I am so feeble, yet I have had the strength given me to come amongst you: a poor servant of God, who has been enabled to give you this message! I shall not be with you long! One must never consider one's own feebleness, it is the strength of the Holy Spirit of Love, which gives the power to teach. The thought of our own weakness could only bring despair. We must look higher than all earthly thoughts; detach ourselves from every material idea, crave for the things of the spirit; fix our eyes on the everlasting bountiful Mercy of the Almighty, who will fill our souls with the gladness of joyful service to His command 'Love One Another'."     (Abdu'l-Baha, Paris Talks, p. 39)

"Speak, therefore; speak out with great courage at every meeting. When thou art about to begin thine address, turn first to Baha'u'llah, and ask for the confirmations of the Holy Spirit, then open thy lips and say whatever is suggested to thy heart; this, however, with the utmost courage, dignity and conviction."    (Abdu'l-Baha, Selections from the Writings of Abdu'l-Baha, p. 269)

"The Baha'i teacher must be all confidence. Therein lies his strength and the secret of his success. Though single-handed, and no matter how great the apathy of the people around you may be, you should have faith that the hosts of the Kingdom are on your side, and that through their help you are bound to overcome the forces of darkness that are facing the Cause of God. Persevere, be happy and confident, therefore."    (Shoghi Effendi, Quickeners of Mankind, p. 50)

Unit 3:  Introducing Baha'i Beliefs

Section 1  - no quotations

Section 2

"My name is Abdu'l-Baha. My qualification is Abdu'l-Baha. My reality is Abdu'l-Baha. My praise is Abdu'l-Baha. Thraldom to the Blessed Perfection is my glorious and refulgent diadem, and servitude to all the human race my perpetual religion... No name, no title, no mention, no commendation have I, nor will ever have, except Abdu'l-Baha. This is my longing. This is my greatest yearning. This is my eternal life. This is my everlasting glory."    (Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah, p. 139)

Section 3

"All men have been created to carry forward an ever-advancing civilization."

"The Purpose of the one true God, exalted be His glory, in revealing Himself unto men is to lay bare those gems that lie hidden within the mine of their true and inmost selves." (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 287)

"God's purpose in sending His Prophets unto men is twofold. The first is to liberate the children of men from the darkness of ignorance, and guide them to the light of true understanding. The second is to ensure the peace and tranquillity of mankind, and provide all the means by which they can be established."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 79)

"Men at all times and under all conditions stand in need of one to exhort them, guide them and to instruct and teach them."     (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 161)

Section 4

"There can be no doubt whatever that the peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God." (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 217)

"Consort with the followers of all religions in a spirit of friendliness and fellowship."    (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 22)

"The fundamental purpose animating the Faith of God and His Religion is to safeguard the interests and promote the unity of the human race.."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 215)

"The religion of God is for love and unity; make it not the cause of enmity or dissension."    (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 220)

Section 5

"The knowledge of Him, Who is the Origin of all things, and attainment unto Him, are impossible save through knowledge of, and attainment unto, these luminous Beings who proceed from the Sun of Truth."     (Baha'u'llah, The Kitab-i-Iqan, p. 142)

"No man, however acute his perception, can ever hope to reach the heights which the wisdom and understanding of the Divine Physician have attained."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 80)

"The Person of the Manifestation hath ever been the representative and mouthpiece of God. He, in truth, is the Day Spring of God's most excellent Titles, and the Dawning-Place of His exalted Attributes."      (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 70)

"Be ye assured, moreover, that the works and acts of each and every one of these Manifestations of God, nay whatever pertaineth unto them, and whatsoever they may manifest in the future, are all ordained by God, and are a reflection of His Will and Purpose."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 59)

Section 6

"The Eternal Truth is now come. He hath lifted up the Ensign of Power, and is now shedding upon the world the unclouded splendor of His Revelation"    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 60)

"He it is Who is the Manifestation of Him Who is the Unknowable, the Invisible of the Invisibles, could ye but perceive it." (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 30)

"This is the Day whereon the All-Merciful hath come down in the clouds of knowledge, clothed with manifest sovereignty."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 45)

Section 7

"Every age hath its own problem, and every soul its particular aspiration. The remedy the world needeth in its present-day afflictions can never be the same as that which a subsequent age may require."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 213)

"Be anxiously concerned with the needs of the age ye live in, and center your deliberations on its exigencies and requirements."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 213)

"A new life is, in this age, stirring within all the peoples of the earth; and yet none hath discovered its cause or perceived its motive."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 196)

Section 8

"The progress of the world, the development of nations, the tranquillity of peoples, and the peace of all who dwell on earth are among the principles and ordinances of God."    (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 130)

"Religion is, verily, the chief instrument for the establishment of order in the wotrld, and of tranquillity amongst its peoples."     (Baha'u'llah, Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, p. 28)

"The well-being of mankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established."     (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 286)

Section 9

"The tabernacle of unity hath been raised; regard ye not one another as strangers. Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 218)

"So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth." (Baha'u'llah, Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, p. 14)

"Set your faces towards unity, and let the radiance of its light shine upon you. Gather ye together, and for the sake of God resolve to root out whatever is the source of contention amongst you."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 217)

"It behoveth man to adhere tenaciously unto that which will promote fellowship, kindliness and unity."  (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 90)

Section 10

"The light of men is Justice. Quench it not with the contrary winds of oppression and tyranny. The purpose of justice is the appearance of unity among men."    (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 66)

"No radiance can compare with that of justice. The organization of the world and the tranquillity of mankind depend upon it."  (Baha'u'llah, cited in The Advent of Divine Justice, p. 28)

"That which traineth the world is Justice, for it is upheld by two pillars, reward and punishment. These two pillars are the sources of life to the world."    (Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah, p. 27)

Section 11

"Women and men have been and will always be equal in the sight of God."  (Baha'u'llah, The Compilation of Compilations vol II, p. 379)

"Know ye not why We created you all from the same dust? That no one should exalt himself over the other."    (Baha'u'llah, The Arabic Hidden Words)

"In this Day the Hand of divine grace hath removed all distinctions. The servants of God and His handmaidens are regarded on the same plane."    (Compilations, The Compilation of Compilations vol II, p. 358)

Section 12

"It is not desirable that a man be left without knowledge or skills, for he is then but a barren tree."     (Baha'u'llah, cited in  NSA USA - Developing Distinctive Baha'i Communities)

"Bend your minds and wills to the education of the peoples and kindreds of the earth..."    (Baha'u'llah, Gleanings from the Writings of Baha'u'llah, p. 333)

"Arts, crafts and sciences uplift the world of being, and are conducive to its exaltation. Knowledge is as wings to man's life, and a ladder for his ascent."   (Baha'u'llah, Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, p. 26)

"In truth, knowledge is a veritable treasure for man, and a source of glory, of bounty, of joy, of exaltation, of cheer and gladness unto him."    (Baha'u'llah, Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, p. 27)