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It is incumbent upon the Aghsan, the Afnan and My kindred…

“It is incumbent upon the Aghsan, the Afnan and My kindred to turn, one and all, their faces towards the Most Mighty Branch. Consider that which We have revealed in Our Most Holy Book: 'When the ocean of My presence hath ebbed and the Book of My Revelation is ended, turn your faces toward Him Whom…” quote by Bahá'u'lláh
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“It is incumbent upon the Aghsan, the Afnan and My kindred to turn, one and all, their faces towards the Most Mighty Branch. Consider that which We have revealed in Our Most Holy Book: 'When the ocean of My presence hath ebbed and the Book of My Revelation is ended, turn your faces toward Him Whom God hath purposed, Who hath branched from this Ancient Root.' The object of this sacred verse is none other except the Most Mighty Branch (Abdu'l-Baha). Thus have We graciously revealed unto you our potent Will, and I am verily the Gracious, the All-Powerful.”

Bahá'u'lláh

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Believers are urged to turn their devotion toward the spiritual leader, symbolized as the Most Mighty Branch, reflecting divine guidance.

In simple terms: Turn devotion to the spiritual leader as taught.

Key Takeaway

Follow the guidance of the spiritual leader.

Themes

faith spirituality guidance obedience

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • community worship
  • study circles

Key Concepts

theology symbolism divine authority

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you identify the Most Mighty Branch in your life?
  • What does turning faces toward divine guidance mean today?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations may differ on who represents the Most Mighty Branch.

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