Physician
It is possible for a man to hold to a book of medicine and say, "I have no need of a doctor; I will act according to the book; in it every disease is named, all symptoms are explained, the diagnosis of each ailment is completely written out, and a prescription for each malady is furnished; therefore, why do I need a doctor?" This is sheer ignorance. A physician is needed to prescribe. Through his skill the principles of the book are correctly and effectively applied until the patient is restored to health.
- ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, The Promulgation of Universal Peace, p. 247
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Istiqlal 11 Izzat 183 B.E.
Assemblies should also keep in mind that although both parties in a dispute may be at fault, they are often not equally so and that one party may truly need the Assembly’s help in dealing with the other.
USA- NSA – Guidelines for Local Spiritual Assemblies, Chapter 14, p. 21