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 a 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-Bahá (From a Tablet; The Compilation of Compilations, Vol. I,
Family Life)
