Baha i Quote by Abdu'l-Baha
““Love the creatures for the sake of God and not for themselves. You will never become angry or impatient if you love them for the sake of God. Humanity is not perfect. There are imperfections in every human being, and you will always become unhappy if you look toward the people themselves. But if you look toward God, you will love them and be kind to them, for the world of God is the world of perfection and complete mercy. Therefore, do not look at the shortcomings of anybody; see with the sight of forgiveness. The imperfect eye beholds imperfections. The eye that covers faults looks toward the Creator of souls. He created them, trains and provides for them, endows them with capacity and life, sight and hearing; therefore, they are the signs of His grandeur. You must love and be kind to everybody, care for the poor, protect the weak, heal the sick, teach and educate the ignorant.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Some Answered Questions, Bahá'í Faith, 1908
Love others because they reflect divine attributes, not for their own sake, fostering forgiveness and compassion toward all humanity.
In simple terms: Love others for God's sake, not their own.
Key Takeaway
See people through divine compassion.
Themes
compassion
forgiveness
spirituality
service
humility
Mood
hopeful
reflective
inspirational
Type
moral
spiritual
educational
When to use this quote
- Charitable work
- counseling
- conflict resolution
- community service
- teaching
Key Concepts
Divine perspective
moral ethics
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance divine compassion with personal boundaries?
- What practices help you see others through forgiveness?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal accountability, risking enabling harmful behavior.
