The highest station, the supreme sphere, the noblest, most
sublime position in creation, whether visible or invisible, whether alpha or
omega, is that of the Prophets of God, notwithstanding the fact that for the
most part they have to outward seeming been possessed of nothing but their own
poverty. In the same way, ineffable glory is set apart for the Holy Ones and
those who are nearest to the Threshold of God, although such as these have never
for a moment concerned themselves with material gain. Then comes the station of
those just kings whose fame as protectors of the people and dispensers of
Divine justice has filled the world, whose name as powerful champions of the
people’s rights has echoed through creation. - ‘Abdu’l-Baha (‘The Secret of
Divine Civilization’)
