ust also remember the Martyrs were
called upon to deny their faith or die, as men of principle they preferred
to die.

(7) Baha'u'llah's claims are much greater because humanity is more mature
and can afford to hear them. But He draws on the same Source that was
accessible to all the Prophets, it is we who can now receive more.

(8) The Guardian feels ... should study more deeply the teachings, and
meditate on what he studies. We liken God to the Sun, which gives us all
our life. So the Spirit of God reaches us through the Souls of the
Manifestations. We must learn to commune with Their Souls, and this is
what the Martyrs seemed to have done, and what brought them such ecstacy
of joy that life became nothing. This is the true mysticism, and the
secret, inner meaning of life which humanity has at present, drifted so
far from.

The Guardian will pray that this dear friend may deepen his understanding
and arise and become a wonderful teacher of the Faith.

He will also pray for the progress of the work in Manchester and the
success of your devoted labours.

With Baha'i love,

[From the Guardian:]

May the Almighty bless your efforts, guide and sustain you in your
activities, and enable you to promote effectively the best interests of
His Faith.

Your true brother,
Shoghi

Letter of 19 January 1950

19 January 1950

Northampton Baha'i Community

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Our beloved Guardian thanks you not only for the good news you conveyed to
him in your letter of January 6th, but for the spirit which prompted you
to share it with him.

He admires greatly the services of your community and the unity amongst
you, which no doubt is largely responsible for your success.

He will join his prayers to yours for the success of the labours of your
two latest pioneering members.

With Baha'i love,

[From the Guardian:]

Dear co-workers,

I feel truly proud of your notable services, and I wish to assure you of
my profound appreciation of your labours, of my loving prayers for the
progress of your meritorious activities, and the realisation of every hope
you cherish in the service of our beloved Faith and of its nascent
institutions.

Your true and grateful brother,
Shoghi

Letter of 30 September 1949

30 September 1949

The Baha'is of Norwich

Dear Baha'i Friends,

Your letter of August 2nd has been received and our beloved Guardian has
instructed me to answer you on his behalf.