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The Light of Divine Guidance [First of Two Volumes]
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Pages 41-42
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Letter of 30 March 1932
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Dear Bahá'í brothers and sisters:
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Shoghi Effendi wishes me to acknowledge the receipt of
your letter written at the occasion of the Naw-Rúz feast and
conveying the greetings of the season. He wants me to
reciprocate these feelings and express his hope that during
this new year, which has just begun, the Cause may make a
progress in Germany unsurpassed in the history of the
Cause in that land.
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The world as a whole, but especially the people of that
continent of Europe, is suffering great calamities as a result
of wars, social dissatisfaction, fear, hatred and jealousies.
And these forces of darkness are leading humanity to
absolute destruction. This state of affairs shall continue
until the world is awakened to the importance of the
Message of Bahá'u'lláh--a Message especially sent by God
to heal human ills in this present day.
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Should we not, we who have been entrusted with this
divine Cause, arise and with one accord proclaim the Word
of God throughout the world? Should we leave humanity
writhe in its suffering and prove ourselves untrue to the
covenant made with the Master--the covenant, that we
will to the last moment of our life strive to save God's people
from complete destruction?
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In his moments of prayer Shoghi Effendi will think of you
all and ask God to guide your steps and re-enforce your
efforts in proclaiming His divine message through the length
and breadth of that vast continent. He read your circular
letter with deep interest; may the one you will write next
Naw-Rúz have still more inspiring news of the progress of
the Cause to share with the friends throughout the world....
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[From the Guardian:]
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Dear co-workers:
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I wish to add a few words in person, and assure you again
of my deep affection and deep interest in your activities.
Your loyalty and perseverance, in the face of formidable
tests, are indeed worthy of the highest praise. May the
Beloved continue to guide and bless your high endeavours,
and enable each one of you to render great and memorable
services to His Cause,
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Your true brother,
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Shoghi
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