these men that the sacred Books of old have referred. On them hath the
Commander of the Faithful lavished his praise, saying: “The blessedness
awaiting them excelleth the blessedness we now enjoy.” He, verily, hath
spoken the truth, and to this We now testify. The glory of their station,
however, is as yet undisclosed. The Hand of Divine power will, assuredly,
lift up the veil, and expose to the sight of men that which shall cheer
and lighten the eye of the world.

Render thanks unto God, the Eternal Truth, exalted be His glory, inasmuch
as ye have attained so wondrous a favor, and been adorned with the
ornament of His praise. Appreciate the value of these days, and cleave to
whatsoever beseemeth this Revelation. He, verily, is the Counsellor, the
Compassionate, the All-Knowing.





LVI: LET NOTHING GRIEVE THEE, O LAND OF TÁ...


Let nothing grieve thee, O Land of Tá (Ṭihrán), for God hath chosen thee
to be the source of the joy of all mankind. He shall, if it be His Will,
bless thy throne with one who will rule with justice, who will gather
together the flock of God which the wolves have scattered. Such a ruler
will, with joy and gladness, turn his face towards, and extend his favors
unto, the people of Bahá. He indeed is accounted in the sight of God as a
jewel among men. Upon him rest forever the glory of God, and the glory of
all that dwell in the kingdom of His revelation.