Adversity Quote by Bahá'u'lláh
“Be generous in prosperity and thankful in adversity, Be fair in thy judgment, and guarded in thy speech. Be a lamp unto those who walk in darkness, and a home to the stranger. Be eyes to the blind, and a guiding light unto the feet of the erring. Be a breath of life to the body of humankind, a dew to the soil of the human heart, and a fruit upon the tree of humility.”
About This Quote
Source Religious Text: Kitáb-i-Íqán, Bahá'u'lláh, 1862
The passage urges moral virtues: generosity, gratitude, fairness, caution in speech, compassion, guidance, humility, and service to humanity.
In simple terms: Live virtuously and serve others with humility.
Key Takeaway
Practice compassion and humility daily.
Themes
virtue
compassion
humility
service
justice
Mood
inspirational
reflective
hopeful
Type
moral
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- helping the needy
- conflict resolution
- community building
- personal growth
- teaching others
Key Concepts
ethical conduct
spiritual guidance
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody these virtues when faced with personal hardship?
- What actions can you take to support strangers today?
A Different Perspective
Ideal behavior may be hard to maintain under personal stress or societal pressure.
