The responsibilities of the members of the Spiritual
Assemblies that are engaged in teaching the Cause of God in Eastern lands have
been clearly laid down in the holy Texts.
These bid them to work towards the improvement of morals and
the spread of learning; to strive to eradicate ignorance and unenlightenment,
eliminate prejudice, and reinforce the foundation of true faith in people's
hearts and minds; to seek to develop self-reliance and avoidance of blind
imitation; to aim to enhance the efficient management of their affairs, and
observe purity and refinement in all circumstances; to show their commitment to
truthfulness and honesty, and their ability to conduct themselves with
frankness, courage and resolution.
- Shoghi Effendi (From a letter dated 30
January 1926 to the Spiritual Assemblies throughout the East - translated from
the Persian; The Compilation of Compilations, vol. I, Trustworthiness: A
Cardinal Bahá'í Virtue)
