Mr George Latimer, writing of a visit to the Master, quoted Him as saying, ‘You…
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When in Bahá'í history
Mr George Latimer, writing of a visit to the Master, quoted Him as saying, ‘You must be very moderate. Consider the taste of the public. This is the best policy. Moderation, moderation. You must speak and write in such a manner as not to offend anyone. The Lord addressed Moses and Aaron saying, “When you go to Pharaoh, speak in a moderate, sweet language.”’
Source: Honnold, Annamarie, Vignettes from the Life of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, p. 114
Collected from bahaistories.com (Subject: moderation).
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For adults
- Where do devotion and patience meet in this story?
- How does this story illustrate the practice of devotion?
- Read the closing lines once more. What single phrase stays with you?
For teens
- If you were in 'Abdu'l-Bahá's place, what might you have done?
- What does this story teach about devotion?
Reflection
- What in this account feels timely? What feels timeless?
- How does devotion show up in your life right now — and where is it being asked of you?
- Is there someone in your life who would be helped by hearing this story?
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