Hypnosis
Hypnotism hath a weak influence over bodies, but hath no result, but the power of the kingdom of God is great. If thou canst, endeavor to obtain a share of that power.
- ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, Tablets of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, Vol. I, p. 169
What comes under the heading of psychic practices ‘Abdu’l-Bahá has warned us against; but any form of auto-suggestion or hypnotism which is used by medical science and by properly qualified physicians we are free to take advantage of, if we feel that the doctor using such practices is qualified and will not abuse his rights.
- Shoghi Effendi, Lights of Guidance, p. 288
Quote of the Day
Istijlal 8 Masail 182 B.E.
The National Spiritual Assembly was very pleased to learn of your plans for the Bahá’ís in Recovery Programs, and hopes that you will continue to be able to provide such loving and understanding support to Bahá’ís suffering from alcoholism.
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States to an individual – 19 May, 1987