Bahá’í Quotes

Pessimistic

There is a tremendous darkness in the world today, the darkness caused by mankind's going against the Laws of God and giving way to the animal side of human nature. People must recognize this fact, and consciously struggle against pessimism and depression.

- Shoghi Effendi, Lights of Guidance, p. 113

Quote of the Day

Jamal 12 Rahmat 183 B.E.

You were the fountainhead of learning, the unfailing spring of light for all the earth, how is it that you are withered now, and quenched, and faint of heart? You who once lit the world, how is it that you lurk, inert, bemused, in darkness now? Open your mind's eye, see your great and present need. Rise up and struggle, seek education, seek enlightenment.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá – The Secret of Divine Civilization, p. 91