ffirms that
upon it must depend "the organization of the world and the tranquillity of
mankind." He characterizes its "two pillars"--"reward and punishment"--as
"the sources of life" to the human race; warns the peoples of the world to
bestir themselves in anticipation of its advent; and prophesies that,
after an interval of great turmoil and grievous injustice, its day-star
will shine in its full splendor and glory.

He, furthermore, inculcates the principle of "moderation in all things";
declares that whatsoever, be it "Liberty, civilization and the like,"
"passeth beyond the limits of moderation" must "exercise a pernicious
influence upon men"; observes that western civilization has gravely
perturbed and alarmed the peoples of the world; and predicts that the day
is approaching when the "flame" of a civilization "carried to excess"
"will devour the cities."

Consultation He establishes as one of the fundamental principles of His
Faith; describes it as "the lamp of guidance," as "the bestower of
understanding," and as one of the two "luminaries" of the "heaven of
Divine wisdom." Knowledge, He states, is "as wings to man's life and a
ladder for his ascent"; its acquisition He regards as "incumbent upon
every one"; considers "arts, crafts and sciences" to be conducive to the
exaltation of the world of being; commends the wealth acquired through
crafts and professions; acknowledges the indebtedness of the peoples of
the world to scientists and craftsmen; and discourages the study of such
sciences as are unprofitable to men, and "begin with words and end with
words."

The injunction to "consort with all men in a spirit of friendliness and
fellowship" He further emphasizes, and recognizes such association to be
conducive to "union and concord," which, He affirms, are the establishers
of order in the world and the quickeners of nations. The necessity of
adopting a universal tongue and script He repeatedly stresses; deplores
the waste of time involved in the study of divers languages; affirms that
with the adoption of such a language and script the whole earth will be
considered as "one city and one land"; and claims to be possessed of the
knowledge of both, and ready to impart it to any one who might seek it
from Him.

To the trustees of the House of Justice He assigns the duty of legislating
on matters not expressly provided in His writings, and promises that God
will "inspire them with whatsoever He willeth." The esta