Loving Parent
He indicated that a National Assembly should be like a loving parent, watching over and helping its children, and not like a stern judge, waiting for an opportunity to display his judicial powers.
- Shoghi Effendi, Lights of Guidance, p. 34
Like a wise and loving parent the Assembly should conduct the affairs of the Bahá’ís, constantly and patiently, encouraging them and instilling enthusiasm for the work to be done.
- Shoghi Effendi, Unlocking the Power of Action
Quote of the Day
Istijlal 10 Izzat 183 B.E.
Assemblies are advised to ask any parties wishing to consult with it on any matter involving a dispute to agree in writing not to compel the Assembly to testify or produce records in any legal proceeding regarding the matter.
USA- NSA – Guidelines for Local Spiritual Assemblies, Chapter 14, p. 19