Posted by Stuart (67.68.81.102) on November 19, 2002 at 17:35:50:

In Reply to: Re: Paradoxes and dilemmas - notes on homosexuality posted by Misagh on November 19, 2002 at 13:11:39:

Just when I begin to lose faith in certain persons - whether it be heart, mind or spirit - along comes a bright star like yourself, Misagh, that restores me.

I am sure I am not alone in feeling alone much of the time. In my circumstances I am more likely to encounter the demons and the darkness - that is my profession. And because my profession bounds me to secrecy, I am extremely cautious in my friendships, since not only do I not gossip, I cannot!

... which makes me very intense, serious and sometimes obnoxious. I am able to indulge as much as I wish into the sacred texts, the challenges, the dilemmas and the paradoxes, but I refrain from idle talk, not only because it is forbidden (generally) but it is my nature.

Your way of expressing tolerance is beautiful. I wish all Baha'is shared your vision. To say, "having homosexuals in our community is EXACTLY what the Faith needs." may not be the first time it is written, I dont know, but for me it is. Alla'u'Abha!

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