The House of Justice is pleased to learn of the success you are achieving in your profession. It advises you to view this professional activity within the context of service to the Faith and the promotion of the proclamation and teaching work. Your musical achievements will enable you to reach a wide range of people and ultimately to proclaim the Message of Bahá’u’lláh to them through the expression of its values in your music. You can also make valuable friendships for the Faith among the influential people you will meet as your business continues to develop. These considerations might well guide you in the decision now before you concerning the area in which you should reside. Bahá’í artists who achieve eminence and renown in their chosen field, and who remain dedicated to the promotion of the Faith, can be of unique assistance to the Cause at the present time when public curiosity about the Bahá’í teachings is gradually being aroused.
- The Universal House of Justice (From a letter dated 30 June 1988 written on behalf of the Universal House of Justice
to two individuals; compilation: ‘The Importance of the Arts in Promoting the
Faith’, updated at the Baha’i World Center website)
