ery one of them fervour
and joy, and ardour and bliss, and detachment from the world, and
steadfast faith.

It is our hope that we all shall be blessed and confirmed in whatever
befits this day.

66: It has been demonstrated time and time ...

(194) It has been demonstrated time and time again that whatever comes to
pass only enhances the glory of God's Faith, and further proclaims His
Word. This time it will be the same.

However savage this tempest of trials, however battered by surging waves
the Ark of the Faith may be, still, the Divine Mariner has taken into His
own two powerful hands the helm of this Ark--and He, steady, calm and able,
and endowed with all authority and might, is steering its course, and will
bring it at last safe and secure to its glorious haven. Of this there can
be no question.

You have sent us the good news that the believers are arising to serve the
Faith and are loyal and devoted to the Chosen Branch, the Guardian of the
Cause of God. This news rejoiced our hearts.

We pray for you most humbly at the Holy Thresholds, and beg of God to
grant His ever-increasing confirmations and blessings to all of you.

67: The cheque for the amount of two hundred ...

(195) The cheque for the amount of two hundred pounds that you had sent as
your contribution to the Temple Fund has been received and duly forwarded
to Chicago. Behold what a pervasive power this evidence of co-operation
and support, this spirit of selfless consecration is bound to release in
the realm of the heart and spirit. Consider to what extent the world of
human virtues will be enriched and adorned by this munificent act, and how
glorious the light that this manifestation of unity and solidarity is
likely to shed upon all regions. Indeed, this mighty endeavour has been
accomplished despite the adverse economic situation in Persia, where the
evidences of hardship, privation and depression are clearly apparent. But
since the object of this noble enterprise and praiseworthy effort is to
enhance the glory of the Cause of God, therefore it will unfailingly
attract divine blessings and bounty.

68: It is clear and evident that the body of ...

(196) It is clear and evident that the body of mankind in this day stands
in dire need of such members and organs as are capable, useful and active,
so that their movements and activities, their bearing and behaviour, their
tender feelings, lofty sentiments and noble