and now his own family. They have not only disobeyed
him, and flouted his advice and instructions, but done things which are so
shameful he is unable to mention them. In view of this, he was forced in
1944, to expel Hussein--but not until he had of his own accord left the
Master's house gone to the Covenant-Breakers, and refused warnings and
advice alike. His heart is unrepentant, and his character greatly changed,
which is surely a great tragedy.

He was very pleased to hear you were able to visit the Baha'i convention
in Hamburg, and that you found the believers there so enthusiastic and
devoted. There is a tremendous amount of work to be done everywhere, and
such active and tireless workers, as you and your dear family, are needed
urgently in every direction!

He most deeply values your loyalty, your devotion and your services. You
may be sure he will pray for you in the Holy Shrines and for your family
and dear Mrs Benke....

[From the Guardian:]

Dear and valued co-worker:

I deeply and increasingly appreciate the spirit that animates you, and
wish to assure you of my abiding appreciation of your exemplary loyalty,
your perseverance and splendid services to our glorious Faith. Persevere
in your manifold and meritorious activities, and rest assured that the
Beloved is well pleased with the standard of your accomplishments,

Your true and grateful brother,
Shoghi

LETTER OF 8 FEBRUARY 1949

8 February 1949

He sees no objection to the Baha'is taking part in the movement for
"World-Citizenship", as this is marking towards one of our most cherished
goals--the unification of the human race under some form of International
government. As long as this movement takes no political sides of any
nature and keeps quite clear of all forms of politics, the Baha'is may
support it.

He thinks it was a fine gesture for the National Assembly to invite Mr.
Garry Davis to be present on Baha'i-World-Youth-Day and he hopes, this
courageous and independent man will be able to accept the invitation.

LETTER OF 2 MARCH 1949

2 March 1949

You, as devoted and experienced believers, must do all in your power to
urge the friends to unite in order to protect the Faith. The Hamburg
difficulty is not insurmountable, as long as the friends all make up their
minds that no sacrifice of personal feeling or opinion in this matter is
too great to make in order to maintain the unity of the administrative
order ther