He added that one should wear black only as a convenience, because it does not…
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When in Bahá'í history
He added that one should wear black only as a convenience, because it does not soil easily.
Source: Earl Redman, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in Their Midst, p. 154
Collected from bahaistories.com (Subject: cleanliness).
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For adults
- What stands out about 'Abdu'l-Bahá's response in this account?
- What might 'Abdu'l-Bahá's example ask of us in our own circumstances?
- Where do you see devotion appearing — visibly or quietly — in this passage?
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- If you were in 'Abdu'l-Bahá's place, what might you have done?
- What does this story teach about devotion?
Reflection
- Where in your own life are you being asked to practice devotion?
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- Sit quietly for a moment after reading. What does this story stir in you?
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