The Guardian has urged, over and over again, the paramount
necessity for Bahá'í Youth to exemplify the Teachings, most particularly the
moral aspect of them. If they are not distinguished for their high conduct they
cannot expect other young people to take the Cause very seriously.
- Shoghi Effendi (From a
letter dated 6 September 1946 written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to an
individual believer; The Compilation of Compilations, vol. I, A Chase and Holy
Life)
