eans of making this a glorious and memorable
celebration. He would also like to have the N.S.A. publish, in conjunction
with the Centenary, a pamphlet giving a brief outline of the Faith's
origin and teachings and major events in India, since its establishment
there, and a detailed outline of the accomplishments of the Indian Baha'i
Community, its early history, its development, etc.

He has been greatly encouraged by the progress made by the Indian Baha'i
Community in recent years, and he longs to see them shine still brighter
amidst its fellow communities the world over.

You may be sure that his loving prayers will be offered on your behalf and
on behalf of all the other N.S.A. members, that you may speedily find a
suitable Hazira, that the Cause may go on to still greater triumphs during
this last year of the Century, and that the unity of the friends may be
increased everywhere, as befits our Holy Faith.

[From the Guardian:]

The celebration of the Centenary of our glorious Faith by the friends in
India should, under your direction, and with your encouragement and the
assistance of individuals and local Assemblies throughout India,
constitute a befitting conclusion to the magnificent labours and
accomplishments that have marked your stewardship in the service of the
Cause of Baha'u'llah in recent years. A special fund should be initiated,
a strong committee should be set up, the utmost care should be taken, the
most diligent efforts should be exerted and every sacrifice should be made
to ensure the unqualified success of this great undertaking. I will pray
for your success from the depths of my heart. There is no time to lose.
The Beloved will, no doubt, crown your exertions with signal victory if
you arise and persevere.

June 22, 1943

Friends Should Unite

He was very pleased to hear that the Convention was so well attended, and
the believers enthusiastic and united. One of the most paramount needs of
the Cause in India is that the friends should unite, should become really
keenly conscious of the fact that they are one spiritual family, held
together by bonds more sacred and eternal than those physical ties which
make people of the same family. If the friends will forget all personal
differences and open their hearts to a great love for each other for the
sake of Baha'u'llah, they will find that their powers are vastly
increased; they will attract the heart of the public, and will witness a
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