It is highly important for man to raise a family. So long as
he is young, because of youthful self-complacency, he does not realize its
significance, but this will be a source of regret when he grows old ... In this
glorious Cause the life of a married couple should resemble the life of the
angels in heaven -- a life full of joy and spiritual delight, a life of unity
and concord, a friendship both mental and physical. The home should be orderly
and well- organized. Their ideas and thoughts should be like the rays of the
sun of truth and the radiance of the brilliant stars in the heavens. Even as
two birds they should warble melodies upon the branches of the tree of
fellowship and harmony. They should always be elated with joy and gladness and
be a source of happiness to the hearts of others. They should set an example to
their fellow-men, manifest true and sincere love towards each other and educate
their children in such a manner as to blazon the fame and glory of their
family.
(‘Abdu’l-Baha, from a talk; Compilation: ‘Family Life’, prepared by the
Universal House of Justice; compilation: ‘Lights of Guidance’)
