Lesson 19
Because the physicians in Naples falsely diagnosed him as having an eye disease.
Why was Shoghi Effendi prevented from accompanying his grandfather on His voyage to North America?
When He spoke, 2,000 spellbound New Yorkers heard His message about the unification of humankind.
Who was 'Abdu'l-Baha?
1,000 faculty and students at Howard University.
Who did 'Abdu'l-Baha make a public address to on April 23, 1912?
". . . make of my prayer a fire that will burn away the veils which have shut me out from Thy beauty. . ."
What is a phrase about the spiritual vision that comes from the Long Obligatory Prayer?
Mahmud-i-Zarqani
Who was 'Abdu'l-Baha'is scribe (secretary)?
She was one of the first American Baha'is and she met 'Abdu'l-Baha during her pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 1908.
Who was Juliet Thompson?
"There are no blacks or whites before God. All colours are one and that is the colour of servitude."
How did 'Abdu'l-Baha describe the principle of the oneness of humankind?
Having these notions can create veils that cover our hearts and keep us from the path of God.
What are superstitions?
April 11, 1912
What is the date the Cedric and her passengers arrived in New York City?
The Church of the Ascension in New York City.
Where did 'Abdu'l-Baha make His first public address in North America in 1912?
Florence and Ali-Kuli Khan.
Who were the Baha'is that invited the Master to their Washington D.C. home for a luncheon?
It was because they were not ready for the teachings of Baha'u'llah, like Universal Education, Elimination of Prejudice, and Equality of Women.
Why did the kings and religious leaders of the time exile and imprison Baha'u'llah?
"The mirror of the world."
When 'Abdul-Baha quoted Baha'u'llah's words about the press, what were the swiftly appearing newspapers are called?
When he first heard of the plans for 'Abdu'l-Baha's visit to North America, he wrote a letter inviting Him to speak at his church.
Who was the Reverend Percy Grant?
The Master word to him to come to the Khan's house for an interview.
Who was Louis Gregory?
Because it was during those 12 Days that Baha'u'llah declared He was the Return of the Divine Teachers and the fulfillment of the Promises for a time of peace and prosperity. It is also the birth of the Baha'i Faith.
Why are the Holy Days of Ridvan called the "King of Festivals" and "The Most Great Festival"?
"I have come to visit the peace societies of America because the fundamental principles of our Cause are universal peace . . ."
What was the Master's reply when the journalists asked Him the purpose of His visit?
"Say: I will not forget the services thou hast rendered yesterday. They are engraved on the book of My heart . . ."
What did the Master ask Juliet Thompson to convey to Rev. Percy Grant?
The seat of honor next to Him.
What did 'Abdu'l-Baha give to Louis Gregory to demonstrate what it means to treat each human with justice and love?
That there are are actually 2 Ridvan gardens that are holy places for Baha'is. One was located in Baghdad, Iraq and one is located on the outskirts of Akka, Israel.
What is something about the Ridvan Garden that can be confusing?