Keeping the Fast is
enjoined upon all Bahá'ís, regardless of nationality; it has a very salutary
effect both physically and spiritually, and the friends should realize
Bahá'u'lláh never would have instituted it if it were detrimental to the
health.
- Shoghi Effendi (From a letter written on behalf of the Guardian to an individual
believer, May 21, 1946; compilation: Lights of Guidance)
