Volume 090: Akka 1306 A.H. (1888–1889), Part III (1 of 5)

BH00959: Your letters have each attained unto the presence…

He is the Expounder, the All-Knowing, the All-Wise

Your letters have each attained unto the presence of the Wronged One, and from every letter thereof wafts the fragrance of devotion, sincerity and steadfastness. Regarding what you mentioned about the printing of the Book, this matter is contingent upon consultation. In these days, wisdom dictates against printing, for should the sacred revealed Books proliferate in that city, it would surely provoke an outcry from the ignorant of the earth. Though beneficial for those possessed of true vision and spiritual hearing, such souls are few in number in any city, while most would rise up crying “O the religion!” without thought or consideration of consequences.

Previously, Habibullah, upon him be My glory, intended to print a few limited copies and permission was granted, but only on condition that it not exceed bounds or open the gates of tumult. For nearly twenty years the Book of Certitude was printed without verification, yet until last year there was hesitation in sending it abroad, for the opposers and deniers await any pretext to create mischief and kindle the fire of sedition.

In all matters one must be guided by wisdom. You have twice attained the Most Holy Court and stayed for some time, observing the conduct and behavior from all aspects. Were one to reflect upon the manners and conduct of the Truth, he would utter the blessed words “Verily Thou art the All-Knowing, the All-Wise.” From the days when the Light of Truth shone forth from the horizon of Iraq until now, the reins of affairs have been in the grasp of God’s power, and commands and ordinances have issued forth according to the requirements of wisdom. For this reason the cities of Iran remain tranquil and the mischief-makers restrained. Had there been the slightest delay in what was manifested, the fire of corruption would have appeared from every land. We beseech God, blessed and exalted be He, to protect you and His loved ones from the evil of His enemies, and to assist you and them in the wisdom that God has made a fortress for His loved ones and a shield for His party. Verily, He is the Almighty, the Powerful.

Regarding what was mentioned about Shaykh Nabil and likewise concerning the acceptance [of unity] and his eagerness, therefore purely out of grace a special Tablet has been sent down for him from the heaven of bounty. Give it to him that he may drink therefrom what will make him arise to serve the Cause, speak in remembrance and praise, and stand firm in what God, the Lord of the worlds, has willed. They mentioned the brothers and loved ones of that land—convey to all of them on behalf of the Wronged One a greeting and salutation whose light shall illumine the realm of hearts and minds. We beseech Him, exalted be He, to make their names among the Names, their remembrances among the Remembrances, and to make them standards of His mention amongst His servants. Verily, He has power over all things.

Regarding what was mentioned about the Leaf, this matter should proceed with spirit and fragrance, meaning with the consent of the mother of the Leaf if they have intended and truly desire to proceed. Thus has shone forth the sun of permission from the horizon of the heaven of thy Lord’s will, the Commander, the All-Wise.

Some souls from the surrounding regions have been honored with the light of permission. If some of those souls accompany, it is especially acceptable for service. And from the people of Najafabad also a few are permitted—those souls are good for service. God willing, may all attain to that which leads to the reaching and attainment of the ultimate goal and the supreme height.

As to the expenditure of one hundred tumans, if possible let some give it, and after the arrival of the Trustee in this land, We shall instruct him to return it to its owners. Until then they are on their way, and in these days they shall attain to that which hath been the hope of them that are nigh and sincere. Should anything beyond the specified amount be needed, there is no harm. If funds had been available in those lands beyond what was mentioned, more would have been bestowed. In any case, God’s guiding hands will manifest and execute whatsoever is needed. He, verily, is the All-Wise Ordainer.

As to what they have mentioned regarding certain souls and that which proceeded from their lips, this is undoubtedly true. Consider the days of the Seal of the Prophets: after His turning to Yathrib and the gathering of the Ansar and people from surrounding areas, each day brought fresh injury and new occurrences. In particular, one of the Ansar who was outwardly adorned with the mantle of faith and decorated with the crown of confession became tainted with theft. After it was brought to His attention, it is known what befell that Holy Being, and in view of the multitude of enemies and their gloating, He tarried in wisdom until He was addressed with the words “and be not an advocate for those who betray their trust.”

Again the greed and avarice of Muhammad-ʿAli in the Great City blazed forth and the hidden contents of his breast were revealed, despite having received the utmost outward kindness and having attained apparent prestige and considerable wealth. Suddenly he appeared with complete arrogance, consorting and associating with enemies of every kind. Greed set his very foundations ablaze, and passion made its home in his heart. We beseech God to protect us from the evil of his teacher. He committed that which no heedless one had done, his betrayal regarding people’s property becoming evident and manifest. We beseech God to aid him to repent and return, and to make him aware of his deeds and how he fell short in regard to God’s justice and bounty.

My God, my God! Thou seest me amidst the enemies of Thy Cause. I beseech Thee by Thy sovereignty which hath subdued the world, and by the light of Thy knowledge whereby Thou hast illumined the hearts of the nations, and by the pearls of the ocean of Thy wisdom, to assist Thy loved ones to act with justice. Thou art He to Whose power all things possible have testified, and to Whose grandeur all created things have borne witness. There is no God but Thee, the Munificent, the Generous.

Make mention of the friends of that land on behalf of the Wronged One. We beseech God, blessed and exalted be He, to assist them to perform deeds whereby the station of deeds will be exalted, and to utter words whereby the hearts of men will be attracted, and to show such trustworthiness as will cause the limbs of the treacherous among the people of error to tremble, and to manifest such chastity as will raise the banner of God’s protection throughout all lands, and to shine with such light as will guide people to the court of nearness and holiness and glory and beauty. There is no God but Him, the Mighty, the Munificent.