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The Babi Question you mentioned . . .Jelle deVries, p259
1956-10-06 to Jane Boekhoudt re homosexuality
Your letter of September 4th has been received by the beloved Guardian, and he has instructed me to answer you on his behalf.
Homosexuality is highly condemned and often a great trial and cause of suffering to a person, as a Baha’i. Any individual so afflicted must, through prayer, and any other means, seek to overcome this handicap. But, unless the actions of such individuals are flagrantly immoral, it cannot be a pretext for depriving them of their voting rights.
They young believers in question must adhere to their Faith, and not withdraw from active service, because of the tests they experience. In one way or another we are all tested; and this must strengthen us, not weaken us. The Guardian will pray for these two young believers, and also for you and for the situation there.
With warm Baha’i greetings, R. Rabbani.
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