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truth He is the Refuge of the oppressed and the unfailing Comforter of the
anguished, whereas the Centre of Sedition and his following have gathered
no fruit from their rebellious acts save despondency and utter loss.

75: It was sometime ago that I received your ...

(203) It was sometime ago that I received your kind and encouraging letter
through your honourable secretary. And although in a joyless world, the
love and unity of the friends in Yonkers imparted the utmost joy to this
bereaved family. Great indeed as was my desire to reciprocate those kind
sentiments so beautifully expressed in your letter, it is truly
unfortunate that I should have delayed the answer so long.

For the last few weeks we have all been happy over Shoghi Effendi's safe
arrival and we really miss all our beloved brethren and sisters in this
little town of Haifa. Last night's sad and solemn occasion was passed in
prayer and meditation. The loved ones of that dear Master had all gathered
from the countries near by to join His family in commemorating the
anniversary of His passing. In a night of utter silence with the rich
moonlight flooding the precincts of His Shrine, the humble devotees of
'Abdu'l-Baha had gathered in a little group just near His Tomb; and in
prayerful supplications they outpoured with their tears the woe of their
hearts refilling them again with faith in His loving-kindness and high
hopes for the future.

On such an occasion, dear friends, what better can we do than to realize
one and all that our dear Master has for ever gone from our midst, and yet
with the surest faith in His tender Spirit we should arise with one
accord, aided and guided by our beloved Guardian, to dedicate our lives to
the Cause for which He was a living sacrifice. Deep and painful as that
thought may be, it should fill our hearts with faith in the Lord. Then and
only then can we lead His Cause into a glorious victory.

76: You quite well realize, I presume, that ...

(204) You quite well realize, I presume, that Shoghi Effendi has always
cherished the fondest hopes for your services to the Cause of
'Abdu'l-Baha, and I am sure that your achievements will be great, shining
brilliantly as a star. The field is world-wide and with but a noble spirit
and faith in the Lord we can carry to every home this Message of peace and
brotherhood.

77: The Pen of the divine Ordainer has so ...

(205) The Pen of the divine Ordainer has