In teaching people, when they begin to seriously study the
Faith there is no objection to impressing upon them that this message involves
great spiritual responsibility, and should not be either accepted or cast aside
lightly. But we must be very gentle, tactful and patient, and not administer
shocks to people.
We must always teach constructively, and be very sure that
none of us, through disagreement among ourselves or indiscretion, cool off the
souls of the seekers.
- Shoghi Effendi (From a letter dated 14 October 1947 written on behalf of
Shoghi Effendi to an individual believer) The Compilation of Compilations, vol.
II, Guidelines for Teaching)
