2008 31 Oct
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The Universal House of Justice sent a message of encouragement to the besieged Bahá'í Community of Iran. In the message they noted that:
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growing portion of the populace praises your courage, audacity, patience and steadfastness before the rising tide of tribulations."
They praised "the resolve shown by the vast majority of believers, preferring to live with hardship than to seek refuge in other countries," (something which has been)..."seen by many as a sign of their love for their homeland, has earned great respect."
They dispelled the notion of Bahá'ís being agents of the state of Israel.
They reiterated that the Bahá'ís have no feelings of malevolence against Islam. On the contrary, Bahá'u'lláh has shown reverence for both Muhammad and Imam Ali, even revealing a tablet of visitation for him.
They encouraged the continued unity of the community and faith in the constructive powers of the Faith and on an individual level, "a virtuous life and a goodly behaviour". "...the light of truth will dispel the darkness of deceit".
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* Persecution, Iran; - Persecution, Other; - Persecution; * Bahá'í World Centre; Iran |
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