In the 1840’s the sea journey from Bushihr to Jiddah was a dangerous and…
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When in Bahá'í history
In the 1840’s the sea journey from Bushihr to Jiddah was a dangerous and uncomfortable one; the distance was about 4000 kilometres and the journey took about two months. The seas were often rough, the storms frequent, water was scarce and there was very little food. The Báb and Quddus remained contented and peaceful throughout the long journey. They were absorbed in their prayers and devotions for many hours at a time, and the Báb revealed many writings, commentaries and letters which Quddus wrote down. However the rigors of the sea voyage caused the Báb to beseech God that travels over the oceans of the world might become easier and safer.
Source: Mary Perkins, Hour of the Dawn: The Life of the Báb, p. 60
Collected from bahaistories.com (Subject: miracles).
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For adults
- Read the closing lines once more. What single phrase stays with you?
- What might Quddús's example ask of us in our own circumstances?
- If you were to share this story aloud at a devotional gathering, which sentence would you read first?
For teens
- If you were in Quddús's place, what might you have done?
- What does this story teach about devotion?
Reflection
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