Tablets of Abdul-Baha Abbas
Volume II
in praise; showing forth the power of knowledge and assurance and breathing the spirit of guidance into the hearts of the seekers.
Ask from God that ye stand firm and steadfast in this great Cause.
I pray in your behalf, asking assistance and favor for you. I hope that ye may become confirmed and helped.
O thou thrall of the Lord of the Kingdom!
Thy photograph was considered with utmost insight. This picture is an emblem of an enlightened face, that is, a countenance which hath taken a share of the outpouring of the manifest Light. This picture is produced by the light of the sun. Therefore, it is called a sun picture. I pray to God that thy picture may become reflected upon the page of existence forever and ever.
O thou attracted maid-servant of God!
A few days ago the photograph of thyself and sister was received and a
tablet was revealed and forwarded. Now, also, through pure mercy, the answer of thy letter is transmitted.
Praise be to God! that the heavenly blessings are being poured upon thee and thou art being led by the light of guidance.
Supplication to God that the seed of knowledge in the soil of thy heart may soon develop and grow into hyacinths and roses1 and that the flower-garden of the love of God may be thereby perfumed.
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