Tirelessly,
He [‘Abdu’l-Baha] expounded the teachings in every social space: in homes and
mission halls, churches and synagogues, parks and public squares, railway
carriages and ocean liners, clubs and societies, schools and universities.
Uncompromising in defence of the truth, yet infinitely gentle in manner, He
brought the universal divine principles to bear on the exigencies of the age.
To all without distinction - officials, scientists, workers, children, parents,
exiles, activists, clerics, skeptics - He imparted love, wisdom, comfort,
whatever the particular need. While elevating their souls, He challenged their
assumptions, reoriented their perspectives, expanded their consciousness, and
focused their energies. He demonstrated by word and deed such compassion and
generosity that hearts were utterly transformed. No one was turned away… Set
His example before your eyes and fix your gaze upon it; let it be your
instinctive guide…
(The Universal House of Justice, Ridvan 2011)
