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Table of Contents

Virtue Outline - Summary
Virtue Outline - Detailed
Virtue Outline - Extensive
Hidden Words

Virtue Outline - Summary

I. MEANING OF ONE GOD (perfect in Unknowable Essence but signs are evident in all
creation, including uniqueness itself)

A. UNKNOWABLE ESSENCE (A. 65-67)
B. ONE GOD ALSO IMPLIES ONE RELIGION AND ONE MANKIND (SEE BELOW).
C. GOD'S SIGNS IN NATURE (P. 16-18, 27, 29, 43; A. 30, 68)

II. MEANING OF ONE RELIGION (over time and at a time)

A. PROGRESSIVE REVELATION (A. 65; P. 77)
B. (SEE "GOD IS YOUR NEED" AND THE VIRTUE OF OBEDIENCE FOR MORE ON ONE
RELIGION AT A TIME.) (See also Obedience to Central Figures and Institutions and
Virtues Dealing Directly With the Writings)
C. NEXT WORLD (P.41)

III. MEANING OF ONE MANKIND (within and without, over time and space as same species)

A. (SEE "Enter God's love (inside) for safety, strength, and power" UNDER "GOD IS YOUR
NEED" FOR ONE GOD MANIFESTED IN ONE MAN WITHIN.)
B. (SEE "UNITY" BELOW.)
C. (MAN ALONE CAN AND MUST ACQUIRE ALL THESE VIRTUES IN ONE PLACE, SEE
"VIRTUES BELOW".)

IV. GOD IS YOUR NEED (THOUGH MEN DISOBEY)

A. GOD'S MERCY AND BEST WISHES FOR US (P. 0, 7, 21, 27-28, 60, 71; A.0, 70)
B. DON'T FALTER IN FINDING OR IN ACTING ON THIS NEED (THIS IS FOR OUR SAKE) (P. 4, 14, 29, 37-40, 44,
61-62, 72-74, 78, XX (ending); A. 0, 3-16, 19, 21-23, 37-40, 44-48, 54, 57, 62-63, 68, 71) (See also Obedience
to Central Figures and Institutions and Virtues Dealing Directly With the Writings)

C. MAN IS SHORTSIGHTED AND FALLS SHORT WHEN HE DOES NOT OBEY (P. 2, 25, 45-46, 59-61, 63-65,
67-68, 71)

V. SPECIFIC VIRTUES ARE ENTAILED (in onenesses and need) See also Virtues For Specific
People (see also section on responsibilities for or relating to specific individuals) and
Virtues Dealing Directly With the Writings below

A. BE WELL-INTENDED (P. 1, 3, 12, 20-21, 41, 68; A.1)

B. BE TRUTH-SEEKING/GIVING (IN KNOWLEDGE AND ACTION) (P. 9, 11; A.2)

C. DON'T INFLUENCE OR ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE INFLUENCED NEGATIVELY (in assessing truth or in
behavior) BY OTHERS OR ONESELF (P. 3, 5-6, 9, 22, 24, 42-44, 47-48, 50, 52, 56-58, 64; A. 24-25, 30, 48, 68)

D. THANKFULNESS (also to result in and can signified by "Well-intended", "Obedience", "Be productive/
generous", or "Unity" see below) (Detachment and hope are strongly implied here) (P. 44, 70, XX
(ending); A. 2, 17, 18, 20, 32-36, 45, 48-51, 63-64, 68, 70)

E. OBEDIENCE (can imply or be signified by "Thankfulness" (above), "Not being influenced negatively...",
"Be productive/generous" (below), "Look for good in others" (below) or "unity" (below))
Firmness/persevernce is connoted here. See also "God is Your Need" above (P. 1, 5, 7-8, 10-13, 15, 19-23,
26-28, 30-32, 34-35, 40, 44, 52, 60-61, 68-69, 74-76, 79; A. 2, 7, 31, 42, 58-61, 64, 67-68, 70) (See also
Obedience to Central Figures and Institutions below.)

F. BE BOTH PRODUCTIVE AND GENEROUS (NOT ATTACHED TO WEALTH OR SUCCESS OR POVERTY
OR FAILURE) (can be a sign of or result in "Well-intended", "Obedience", "Thankfulness", or "Unity") (P.
33, 48-51, 53-55, 75, 78, 80-82; A. 25, 52-53, 55-57)

G. LOOKING FOR GOOD IN OTHERS WHILE SEEING AND WORKING ON OWN FAULTS (can be implied
by Obedience" (above) and is especially necessary for "Unity" (below)) (P. 23-26, 44, 66, 68; A. 26-29, 31)

H. UNITY (is implied by "Thankfulness" (above), "Obedience" (above), etc. and is especially dependent upon
"Looking for Good in Others" (above) (P. 44; A. 68). See also Virtues engaging others below.

I. TEACH OTHERS TOO (WITH TIMELINESS) (is implied by "Thankfulness", "Obedience", etc.) (P. 36, 46, 66,
78; A. 41-43, 69)

Virtues Outline - Detailed
(This outline contains the Hidden Word categories and references numbers.)

Virtues Outline - Extensive
(This outline includes the Hidden Words summaries.)

I. MEANING OF ONE GOD (perfect in Unknowable Essence but signs are evident in all
creation, including uniqueness itself)

A. UNKNOWABLE ESSENCE
1. God's Essence is greater than anything (even His Word and Attributes as well as next world
(see religion section)) thus people are perturbed - ((understandably))
(((((A.65 God gave us majesty,grandeur out of mercy. That which (really) befits Him, however, none can recount
((((( or understand as it is hidden in His command for His servants' and peoples' benefit (that they can
((((( obey Him or progressive Revelation that is not too much for us at this point.
(((((A.66 Souls will be hindered from loving God and perturbed to make mention as He cannot be grasped or
((((( contained.
(((((A.67 Everything written is to our capacity not revealing His state and voice's melody. (they are but words
((((( unless acted) (these attributes we are called to are not indicating the transcendent Essence's
((((( attributes)

B. ONE GOD ALSO IMPLIES ONE RELIGION AND ONE MANKIND (SEE BELOW).

C. GOD'S SIGNS IN NATURE
1. All creation is for us.
(((((P.27 Creation is for us but we should allow God in (though we don't) He forgives anyway
(((((P.29 Creation is for us and our best interest but we didn't obey and take the good
2. The signs of God are here (obey though others don't).
(((((P.16 gain an attentive ear (speech, melody (writings?)) as the signs are there
(((((P.17 The signs are here (but few consecrate/detach themselves in vision or character)
(((((P.18 The signs are here (strive to attain this great station)
3. God is in creatures (not His Essence though).
(((((P.43 His pleasure is in creatures!! (don't enter house/prefer will, take goods or advantage)
(((((A.30 Don't deny requests from servants (w/in reasonable constraints) as His face is God's (cf. Bible God is
((((( love...subset of Unity of God concept)
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in deeds and
((((( thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His Name...not just in
((((( word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.

II. MEANING OF ONE RELIGION (over time and at a time)

A. PROGRESSIVE RELATION
1. Revelation is Progressive.
(((((A.65 God gave us majesty,grandeur out of mercy. That which (really) befits Him, however, none can recount
((((( or understand as it is hidden in His command for His servants' and peoples' benefit (that they can
((((( obey Him or progressive Revelation that is not too much for us at this point.
(((((P.77 Revelation must be progressive. Shoghi Effendi explains (WOB?)

B. (SEE "GOD IS YOUR NEED" AND THE VIRTUE OF OBEDIENCE FOR MORE ON ONE
RELIGION AT A TIME (an implication of One God).) See also Obedience to Central
Figures and Institutions and Virtues Dealing Directly With the Writings

C. NEXT WORLD
1. Next world is so much greater (it is a secret why it is concealed)
(((((P.41 immortal is so greater than world (only the pure understood why it's concealed)

III. MEANING OF ONE MANKIND (within and without, over time and space as same species)

A. (SEE "Enter God's love (inside) for safety, strength, and power" UNDER "GOD IS YOUR
NEED" FOR ONE GOD MANIFESTED IN ONE MAN WITHIN.)
B. (SEE "UNITY" BELOW.)
C. (MAN ALONE CAN AND MUST ACQUIRE ALL THESE VIRTUES IN ONE PLACE-SEE
"VIRTUES BELOW".)

IV. GOD IS YOUR NEED (THOUGH MEN DISOBEY)

A. GOD'S MERCY AND BEST WISHES FOR US
1. God is close.
(((((P.7 approach God (Who is close) (listen to His Writings)
(((((P.21 Before death Trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled)
2. God is capable of our transformation (greatly so).
(((((P.0 Lord of Utterance (brings forth out of), Mighty (Words capable of mighty transformation)
(((((A.0 This is what was revealed to Prophets of old in brevity, necessary for faithful to Covenant that
((((( God may enter and they obtain virtue in spirit realm. Power and Might to transform - realm
((((( of glory (Bahá'u'lláh?)
3. God wishes the best for us (despite our rebellion).
(((((P.21 Before death Trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled)
(((((A.70 God's perfection has been fully given to us as He would will for Himself. Be content then and
((((( thankful (in deeds as well as thoughts/words)
4. He forgives us/conceals sins despite our sins (in context of improving).
(((((P.27 Creation is for us but we should allow God in (though we don't) He forgives anyway
(((((P.28 Let God in (early on and diligently -Dawn) (though we don't) He forgives
(((((P.21 Before death Trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled)
(((((P.71 None faithful due to pride and rebellion. God concealed this. (Islám)
(((((P.60 Secrets in heart are open to God (hidden out of grace not deserving)

B. DON'T FALTER IN FINDING OR IN ACTING ON THIS NEED (THIS IS FOR OUR SAKE) (See also
Obedience to Central Figures and Institutions and Virtues Dealing Directly With the
Writings)

1. Read these for duty and benefit - gracefully they are brief.
(((((A.0 This is what was revealed to Prophets of old in brevity, necessary for faithful to Covenant that God may
((((( enter and they obtain virtue in spirit realm. Power and Might to transform - realm of glory (Bahá'u'lláh?)

2. (If you love God), seek Him (and obey and sacrifice) this is best for you.
(((((P.4 A lover hastens for union.
(((((A.71 Manifest obedience to everything through the spirit/heart/physical sacrifice. This is what pleases God.
(((((A.57 Give to poor (will be rewarded) It is better to give soul (sacrifice in Cause)
((((( (mystically/spiritually and materially leads to improvement of poor).
(((((A.45 Seek martyrdom (sacrifice) contented and thankful with His will to attain to majesty and glory.
(((((A.46 Decide between dying at rest or in His path, manifesting His command and revealing His light.
(((((A.47 Martyrdom in His Cause (living, too) is greater than creation universe and light both worlds.
((((( (best to do so amidst darkness when not everyone is, etc.)
(((((A.48 Love seen by obeying His decree and being patient with His trials.
(((((A.38 Obey Him out of love (requires knowledge then appreciation of its wisdom) and thus deny self.
(((((A.39 Obey if you love Him (don't forget counsels to attain His pleasure).
(((((A.3 We have been always intended (out of God's love) to reflect God's image (virtue) through
((((( seeing his beauty (judging with justice); (which leads to our happiness).
(((((A.4 We were created since God loved us. Love Him in return to obtain (the fuller measure of) this love.
(((((A.5 Love Him to receive His love. Knowing this is necessary.
(((((A.6 Enter the Paradise of God's love/reunion with God (in turning to His Word, there is Paradise).
((((( This is our destiny.
(((((A.7 Turn from/die to self/own pleasure for God's love/pleasure to live in.
(((((A.8 Must renounce self and turn to/glory God for peace (since He wishes to be loved alone and
((((( above all--detachment from loves or hates of old traditions, bad guides, etc. leads one to not
((((( actualize oneself and harms relations with others).
(((((A.15 Turn to God and renounce all else (since His sovereignty endures and none other can be found).
(((((A.16 Forget all else and commune with Him (can be done by joining righteous-build unity) This is
((((( His command's essence.
(((((P.XX Mystic and wondrous Bride (Revelation St. John?--(true meaning of) Law of God?) revealed
((((( and thankfully divine favor given for you and all in heaven and earth- now work with detachment.
(((((A.44 See and hear as He does (know and obey) to testify to His sanctity (you will see His power
((((( this way) and He may note your station (it's for your benefit) Should be detached from
((((( these rewards, however, though it is a by-product.
(((((P.78 Quaff from merciful/utterance mystery/wisdom. Use seeds (Writings) in pure heart, increase
((((( by certitude to bring out knowledge/wisdom of heart (for self or others?).
3. Only rest is in obeying Him
(((((A.40 Only rest is in obeying and being humble before Him.
(((((A.8 Must renounce self and turn to/glory God for peace (since He wishes to be loved alone and
((((( above all--detachment from loves or hates of old traditions, bad guides, etc. leads one to not
((((( actualize oneself and harms relations with others).
(((((A.15 Turn to God and renounce all else (since His sovereignty endures and none other can be found).
(((((A.5 Love Him to receive His love. Know this is necessary.
(((((A.37 Don't lose/forfeit His robe/fountain; otherwise you'll thirst forever.
4. Don't exchange God's goodness (best interest) for mortal dust/cage or vice versa
(((((P.14 Don't sacrifice God's beauty for mortal dust.
(((((P.29 Creation is for us and our best interest but we didn't obey and take the good.
(((((P.37 Don't exchange eternal for worldly desire - it's good for you.
(((((P.39 Don't take mortal rest to gain eternal rest (exchange paradise for mortal/cage).
(((((P.38 Break mortal cage of self - become holy, detached (filled with mercy spirit).
(((((P.40 Before death Free from prison of self/world (see 20-21).
(((((A.54 Forsake mortal world if heart set on imperishable.
(((((P.62 Don't turn to mortal instead of Beloved/immortal life for wisdom/hear mystic voice.
(((((A.19 His Spirit is within that we may love Him (good is within us to be tapped) Why don't we?
(((((A.21 Why do we exchange good for what is less good. Return to what is better.
(((((A.22 We were created to be noble (yet we abase us) Rise to our destiny of being good.
(((((A.23 We are called to eternal/His desire so why do we seek own desire?
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring character or mood down Live purely to leave mortal world
((((( to eternal.
(((((P.61 A dewdrop of God's mercy has been shed, but all turned from His beauty/unity to vile content w/ impure
((((( mortal.
(((((P.74 Don't exchange eternity for fleeting sovereignty (over material-colors) death will remove these.
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in
((((( deeds and thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
(((((P.72 Come from self and desire to make true worth known to world (as sword in sheath).
(((((P.73 You are a star of holiness, don't let the world eclipse. Pass heedless to emerge and give life to all.
5. Enter God's love (inside) for safety, strength, and power
(((((A.9 Enter God's love for safety (cf. A.48 fortitude/patience); you will otherwise stray and perish.
(((((A.10 Enter God's love for safety. He is to be found within (brought out by Writings/Admin.) Know this that
((((( you can see He is near (and not far and irrelevant).
(((((A.11 God's love is inside you. Seek this alone. (Don't need to look for strength in others- he has created all
((((( rich).
(((((A.12 You were created w/ all power, strength, light within you as God intended. Don't need to be
((((( someone else. (Don't doubt this and question God)
(((((A.13 You were created rich, noble, knowledgeable (with Me in you w/ My might, power, and
((((( always existing there) - don't bring self down.
(((((A.14 As one of God's imperishable creation (His dominion,light,glory,robe), you need not fear death. Love
((((( Him to find Him.
6. Don't be kept back by imaginings (everything is created well for you)
(((((A.62 Don't slumber in imaginings to reach to God's glory (implies limited duration).
(((((A.63 Light (God's glory) has appeared on and in thee. Thus, abandon fancies to enter His
((((( court/eternal life/freedom from death, weariness, and trouble.

C. MAN IS SHORTSIGHTED AND FALLS SHORT WHEN HE DOES NOT OBEY
1. Men turn to what is worse for them.
(((((P.2 Men turn to material, instead of the spiritual-which is better for them.
2. Secrets are not concealed
(((((P.25 Don't be a hypocrite (We can tell).
(((((P.60 Secrets in heart are open to God (hidden out of grace not deserving).
(((((P.59 Nothing is hidden from holy Presence.
(((((P.63 Unforeseen calamity follows sins (WWII?) Sins are not concealed.
(((((P.64 Don't be unjust for No tyranny against any goes unpunished (sin not concealed?).
(((((P.65 God's patience made us negligent into passionate/destructive rebellion. God is aware.
(((((P.67 Sins done at night (concealed) will be exposed.

3. None are faithful
(((((P.71 None faithful due to pride and rebellion. God concealed this. (Islám)
(((((P.46 ignored mentioning and approaching Beloved for contentions though spirit is all around
(((((P.68 Change self first and don't try to commune to God out of desire/passion. (join loved ones)
((((( You are far.
4. Man disobeys (encouraged by God's patience)
(((((P.71 None faithful due to pride and rebellion. God concealed this. (Islám)
(((((P.45 you passed/effaced Beloved (counsels) for imaginings, impure/undetached/passion as animals
(((((P.65 God's patience made us negligent into passionate/destructive rebellion. God is aware.
(((((P.61 A dewdrop of God's mercy has been shed, but all turned from His beauty/unity to vile
((((( contentment with the impure mortal
5. Punishment follows injustice
(((((P.63 Unforeseen calamity follows sins (WWII?) Sins are not concealed.
(((((P.64 Don't be unjust for no tyranny against any goes unpunished (sin not concealed?)

V. SPECIFIC VIRTUES ARE ENTAILED: See also Virtues For Specific People (see also
section on responsibilities for or relating to specific individuals) and Virtues Dealing
Directly With the Writings below

A. BE WELL-INTENDED
1. Be spiritual and pure
(((((P.1 Be spiritual, turn to well-beloved, and be faithful.
(((((P.12 See through pure (immaterial) eyes to see Him.
(((((P.3 Love, (affection and desire)/treasure the righteous, and eschew ungodly.
(((((P.20 Before death become pure, believing, and yearning to self-improve (you haven't).
(((((P.21 Before death trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled).
(((((A.1 Be pure, kindly, and radiant for eternal life.
(((((P.41 Immortal is so greater than world (only the pure understood why it's concealed).
(((((P.68 Change self first and don't try to commune to God out of desire/passion (join loved ones)
((((( You are far.

B. BE TRUTH-SEEKING/GIVING (IN KNOWLEDGE AND ACTION).
1. Be just (in assessing truth and being equitable).
(((((P.9 Approach certainty/see through own eyes to truth (will lead to thank God (actions)).
(((((P.11 See through own eyes, ears, knowledge, and wealth (with detachment and purity) to see Him.
(((((A.2 Be just: see with own eyes and knowledge - (don't neglect) that God may enter and confide in you (guide
((((( you). Think how one should then act. To be able to see this way is a gift and should be honored.

C. DON'T INFLUENCE OR ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE INFLUENCED NEGATIVELY (in assessing truth or in
behavior) BY OTHERS OR ONESELF.

1. Bad to lead others astray.
(((((P.24 Don't be a hypocrite leading the good astray.

2. Treasure righteous' company (God)/avoid ungodly.
(((((P.3 Love, (affection and desire) / treasure the righteous, and eschew the ungodly.
(((((P.56 Ungodly increases sorrow, the righteous clears heart. Join them for communing and hearing Word.
(((((P.57 Association and fellowship with ungodly turns heart to fire.
(((((P.58 Seek fellowship with the righteous of God to find Spirit's grace - can quicken the dead.
(((((P.52 Let God in (you haven't) and find a true friend that is not out for own interest. Hearken to His Word.
3. Be patient with others.
(((((P.48 Be patient with others, and don't be materialistic, proud of earthly glory/ashamed
(((((((((( abasement (will be lost by death).
(((((A.48 Love seen by obeying His decree and being patient with His trials.

4. Don't be
envious, covetous,
full of malice, argue,
into self, vain, etc.
(((((P.6 Envy deprives one of God.
(((((P.42 Drop malice, and envy - become holy.
(((((P.50 Be contented not covetous (one is praised/loved, the other causes deprivation).
(((((P.5 Don't dispute (to) exalt oneself...Be known for actions.
(((((P.22 Without search (as learned had) you found God though deprived. Don't be into self.
(((((P.47 Don't be vain/haughty.
(((((P.43 His pleasure is in creatures!! (Don't enter house/prefer own will, take goods, or advantage.)
(((((P.64 Don't be unjust for No tyranny against any goes unpunished (sin not concealed?)
(((((A.24 You should not overstep your station (and not claim to be higher). Be humble to God.
(((((A.25 Don't vaunt over poor who is guided while you will be confounded.
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring character or mood down. Live purely to leave
((((( mortal world to enter the eternal.
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in ((((((((((
((((( deeds and thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
(((((A.30 Don't deny requests from servants (w/in reasonable constraints) as His face is God's (cf.
((((( Bible God is love...subset of Unity of God concept)
5. Overcome doubt
(((((P.9 Approach certainty/ see through own eyes to truth (will lead to thank God (actions)).

D. THANKFULNESS (also to result in and can signified by "Well-intended", "Obedience", "Be
productive/generous", or "Unity" see below) (Detachment and hope are strongly implied here)
1. Don't grieve at anything (e.g., death or tests) besides remoteness and not rejoice in
anything besides approaching Him - everything created for you is good and confirming - it
will release you from death or trouble/weariness.
(((((A.63 Light (God's glory) has appeared on and in thee. Thus, abandon fancies to enter His
((((( court/eternal life/freedom from death, weariness, and trouble.
(((((P.70 (Eternal) Reality is pleasant/ecstatic/frees from destruction and death if pass mortal world
((((( through Youth.
(((((A.32 Don't grieve at / hide from light of death (physical and tests of detachment from physical
((((( things) which was created for joy.
(((((A.33 He greets us with joyful news and is calling in our interest (brings peace) (death?)
(((((A.34 Spirit brings news of reunion (at death?), confirmation of power, and guidance why grieve,
((((( hide, or worry about straying?

(((((A.35 Sorrow only at being far from God and rejoice only at returning.
(((((A.36 Rejoice in beauty/willingness/joy of heart to meet and reflect Him.
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring character or mood down. Live purely to leave
((((( mortal world to eternal.
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in
((((( deeds and thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
(((((A.64 God created eternal life, unity for us - make good of it to reflect Him forever.
2. Be thankful and rejoice
(((((A.2 Be just: see w/ own eyes and knowledge - (don't neglect) that God may enter and confide in you (guide
((((( you) Think how one should then act. To be able to see this way is a gift and should be honored.
(((((A.45 Seek martyrdom (sacrifice) contented and thankful with His will to attain to majesty and glory.
(((((A.70 God's perfection has been fully given to us as He would will for Himself. Be content then and
((((( thankful (in deeds as well as thoughts/words).
(((((A.20 We cannot forget this great love with which we have been created.
(((((P.XX Mystic and wondrous Bride (Revelation St. John?--(true meaning of) Law of God?) revealed and
((((( thankfully divine favor given for you and all in heaven and earth- now work with detachment.
3. Be content with God's will alone (and be patient) as this is best for you.
(((((A.17 Be content with God, and none other (as He alone will suffice).
(((((A.18 Don't ask for what's against His will - then be content as that is what is best for you.
(((((A.48 Love seen by obeying His decree and being patient with His trials.
4. Don't abase oneself or sigh and weep.
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring character or mood down. Live purely to leave
((((( mortal world to eternal.
5. One needs and should yearn for tests
(((((A.49 Lover yearns for tests (the intensity of the rebel/sinner seeking forgivness/mercy) tests by their
((((( nature we can pass, understand them as being for our progress - not the tests we bring on
((((( ourselves.
(((((A.50 Need tests in His path/love for attaining station of true contentment and His light.
(((((A.51 Tests are good though they don't seem so. Yearn for them. This is a command.
(((((A.48 Love seen by obeying His decree and being patient with His trials.

E. OBEDIENCE (can imply or be signified by "Thankfulness" (above), "Not being influenced negatively...",
"Be productive/generous" (below), "Look for good in others" (below) or "unity" (below))
Firmness/persevernce is connoted here. See also "God is Your Need" above. (See also Obedience to
Central Figures and Institutions below.)

1. Turn to God/eternal (and acquire prerequisites of virtues)
(((((P.7 Approach God (Who is close) (listen to His Writings).

(((((P.1 Be spiritual, turn to well-beloved, and be faithful.

(((((P.8 Approach God (holiness, communion) and be pure (to do so).
(((((P.10 Must not be mortal and lifeless (be eternal and full of true life) to see God.
(((((P.11 See through own eyes, ears, knowledge, and wealth (with detachment and purity) to see Him.
(((((P.12 See through pure (immaterial) eyes to see Him.
(((((P.21 Before death Trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled).
(((((P.31 Detach from world and seek God alone (can't have both)
(((((P.32 Don't be deprived of healing of God's remembrance through self/passion. Rather cherish it.
(((((A.60 Reach to Him that He may appear.
(((((A.61 Ascend to Him for peerless joy and glory.
(((((P.35 Abandon error for divine guidance (only purest virtue/deeds will be acceptable).
(((((P.68 Change self first and don't try to commune to God out of desire/passion (join loved ones)
((((( You are far.
2. Find God before death
(((((P.13 Seek God/His Writings before death.
(((((P.15 Seek God/His Writings before death.
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring one's character or mood down thereby Live
((((( purely in this brief world to leave mortal world to eternal.
(((((P.74 Don't exchange eternity for fleeting sovereignty (over material-colors)-death will remove these.
(((((A.31 Bring to account each day (to give account of life after death) Planning makes better.
3. Obey before death
(((((P.20 Before death become pure, believing, yearning to self-improve (you haven't).
(((((P.21 Before death trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled).
(((((P.40 Before death free from prison of self/world (see 20-21).
(((((P.75 Don't attach/rejoice in mortal sovereignty - this power will be brought down by death. Heed this.
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring one's character or mood down thereby. Live
((((( purely to leave mortal world to eternal
4. We were created (and nurtured) for obedience to God not worldliness
(((((P.19 We were all created to obey God without worldliness.
(((((P.34 God has lovingly raised us, to bring forth fruit (don't lose it by desire/passion).
(((((P.61 A dewdrop of God's mercy has been shed, but all turned from His beauty/unity to vile
((((( contement with the impure mortal.
(((((P.79 Was created for holiness/dress His locks not satanic desire/lacerate His throat.
(((((A.70 God's perfection has been fully given to us as He would will for Himself. Be content then and
((((( thankful (in deeds as well as thoughts/words).
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in
((((( deeds and thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
(((((A.64 God created eternal life, unity for us - make good of it to reflect Him forever.
5. Let God enter through self's death (cleansing/humility) (at dawn)
(((((P.26 Don't be a hypocrite (dual life) but allow God to enter.
(((((P.28 Let God in (early on and diligently -Dawn) (though we don't) He forgives.
(((((P.30 Let God in (dawn).
(((((DAWN: LITERAL and SYMBOLIC - SPECIAL FEELING THEN (TOO)
(((((P.27 Creation is for us but we should allow God in (though we don't) He forgives anyway.
(((((A.58 Cleanse temple of being so God may enter..
(((((A.59 Cleanse heart/spirit for His entry.
(((((P.52 Let God in (you haven't) and find a true friend that is not out for own interest. Hearken to His word.
(((((A.2 Be just: see w/ own eyes and knowledge - (don't neglect) that God may enter and confide in
((((( you (guide you) Think how one should then act. To be able to see thus is a gift and should be honored.
(((((A.7 Turn from/die to self/own pleasure for God's love/pleasure to live in.
(((((A.42 Humble self that God may visit. Arise for Cause to obtain victory before death.
6. Don't take for granted your having found Him
(((((P.22 W/o search (as learned had) you found God though deprived. Don't be into self.
7. Get moving (don't sit back)
(((((P.23 Evil has veiled good, while you are negligent (and consider yourself true friend).
8. Show (guidance) in deeds (that alone is acceptable not words (non-holy)
(((((A.67 Everything written is to our capacity not revealing His state and voice's melody. (they are but
((((( words unless acted) (these attributes we are called to are not indicating the transcendent
((((( Essence's attributes).
(((((P.35 Abandon error for divine guidance (only purest virtue/deeds will be acceptable).
(((((P.69 Wholly Holy words and pure/good deeds free of self/hypocrisy alone are acceptable. It is
((((( good to heed it.
(((((P.76 Loved ones: Show forth distinct deeds for guiding others (not words anymore).
(((((A.31 Bring to account each day (to give account of life after death) Planning makes better.
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in
((((( deeds and thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
9. Be known by actions
(((((P.5 Don't dispute (to) exalt oneself...Be known for actions.

F. BE BOTH PRODUCTIVE AND GENEROUS (NOT ATTACHED TO WEALTH OR SUCCESS OR POVERTY
OR FAILURE) (can be a sign of or result in "Well-intended", "Obedience", "Thankfulness", or "Unity")
1. Be fruitful
(((((P.33 Listen to words, (pure heart), gain certitude to produce knowledge/wisdom.
(((((P.80 Produce fruit/true wealth for self and others by necessary means of crafts/professions;
((((( otherwise worthless.
(((((P.81 Those that don't yield fruit (productive work) are worse than dead.
(((((P.82 The best earn livelihood by calling spending on selves and kindred for God's love.
(((((P.78 Quaff from merciful/utterance mystery/wisdom. Use seeds (Writings) in pure heart, increase
((((( by certitude to bring out knowledge/wisdom of heart (for self or others?).
2. Produce and spend the money in God's love for one self and others (worse than dead if not)
(((((P.80 Produce fruit/true wealth for self and others by necessary means of crafts / professions;
((((( otherwise worthless.
(((((P.81 Those that don't yield fruit (productive work) are worse than dead.
(((((P.82 The best earn livelihood by calling spending on selves and kindred for God's love.
3. Give to poor (not just seek one's own ease) (and don't vaunt over him)
(((((P.49 Rich give to poor - it is godly and in your best interest.
(((((P.54 Rich should guard the poor (God's trust) not just seek their ease.
(((((A.57 Give to poor (will be rewarded) It is better to give soul (sacrifice in Cause)
(((((((((((mystically/spiritually and materially leads to improvement of poor).
(((((A.25 Don't vaunt over poor who is guided while you will be confounded.
4. Don't be covetous/rejoice in riches/glory/prosperity/power or sad in poverty/abasement
(each followed by other/God will bring you wealth)
(((((P.50 Be contented not covetous (one is praised/loved, the other causes deprivation).
(((((P.51 Don't be confident in riches or sad in poverty (both follow each) Poor in all but God is best as
((((( it leads to being rich in God (for lovers).
(((((A.52 Don't rejoice at prosperity or grieve at abasement as both will pass away and fade.
(((((A.53 Don't be sad at poverty (will gain Lord's wealth) or abasement (will attain glory).
(((((P.75 Don't attach/rejoice in mortal sovereignty - this power will be brought down by death. Heed this.
(((((A.55 Don't busy with this world/gold (it is how we are tested (as gold is with fire)).
(((((A.56 Why not recognize as God says it is best to detach from gold?
(((((P.48 Be patient with others and don't be materialistic, proud of earthly glory/ashamed abasement
((((( (will be lost by death).
5. Detach from wealth (can't/hard to find God otherwise) - glorious if so.
(((((P.55 Cleanse from riches' defilement to poverty/detachment to gain eternal life.
(((((P.53 Wealth makes it difficult to find God, be content and resigned. Thus rich believers are glorious.
(((((P.48 Be patient with others and don't be materialistic, proud of earthly glory/ashamed abasement
((((( (will be lost by death).

G. LOOKING FOR GOOD IN OTHERS WHILE SEEING AND WORKING ON OWN FAULTS (can be implied
by "Obedience" (above) and is especially necessary for "Unity" (below))
1. Look to and hope for good in all (repeated below)
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring one's character or mood down thereby Live
((((( purely to leave mortal world to eternal.
2. Don't forget own faults and busy with others' (or detract from as a result)
(((((A.26 Will be accursed if you forget own faults and busy self with others' faults.
(((((A.27 Don't breathe others sins (we are all sinners-perhaps we can concern ourself with others'
((((( the more we detach ourselves but not be preoccupied--"best or first duty to improve self" - SE)
(((((A.28 Don't bid others to be just (while you are not).
(((((A.29 Don't ascribe anything to others you would not to you. Thus are you commanded. (like Golden Rule).
(((((P.66 Mention God (good). Don't detract. If tempted to, remember own faults (if any?) since know self best.
(((((P.68 Change self first and don't try to commune to God out of desire/passion (join loved ones)
((((( You are far.
3. Bring to account (note one's behavior-life is short--need good deeds)
(((((A.31 Bring to account each day (to give account of life after death) Planning makes better.
4. Don't be a hypocrite (though of course this is not an absolute)
(((((P.23 Evil has veiled good, while you are negligent (and consider yourself true friend).
(((((P.24 Don't be a hypocrite leading the good astray.
(((((P.25 Don't be a hypocrite (We can tell).
(((((P.26 Don't be a hypocrite (dual life) but allow God to enter.
(((((A.28 Don't bid others to be just (while you are not).

H. UNITY (is implied by "Thankfulness" (above), "Obedience" (above), etc. and is especially dependent upon
"Looking for Good in Others" (above). See also Virtues engaging others below.
1. We're created one not to be proud or prefer ourselves to others
(((((A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in deeds and
((((( thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His
((((( Name...not just in word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.

2. Look to and hope for good in all (repeated above)
(((((P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring one's character or mood down thereby Live
((((( purely to leave mortal world to eternal

I. TEACH OTHERS TOO (WITH TIMELINESS) (is implied by "Thankfulness", "Obedience", etc.)
1. Need to teach (for Cause and self)
(((((A.41 Magnify His Cause to discover His mysteries and reflect His light.
(((((A.43 Make mention of Him to be remembered (rewarded) for My Cause's benefit and yours.
(((((P.46 ignored mentioning and approaching Beloved for contentions though spirit is all around
(((((P.66 Mention God (good). Don't detract. If tempted to, remember own faults (if any?) since know self best
(((((A.42 Humble self that God may visit. Arise for Cause to obtain victory before death.
(((((P.78 Quaff from merciful/utterance mystery/wisdom. Use seeds (Writings) in pure heart, increase
((((( by certitude to bring out knowledge/wisdom of heart (for self or others?)
2. Be timely in speaking
(((((P.36 Don't speak without hearing (as cup-bearer/lover)/unless timely (guided by heart)
(((((A.69 God has treasured His mysteries/knowledge in us. Don't indiscriminately reveal them to
((((( strangers and ungodly (timeliness?)

The Hidden Words

From the Persian (summarized)

P.0 Lord of Utterance (brings forth out of), Mighty (Words capable of mighty transformation).
P.1 Be spiritual, turn to well-beloved, and be faithful.
P.2 Men turn to material, instead of the spiritual which is better for them.
P.3 Love, (affection and desire) / Treasure the righteous and eschew the ungodly.
P.4 A lover hastens for union.
P.5 Don't dispute (to) exalt oneself...Be known for actions.
P.6 Envy deprives one of God.
P.7 Approach God (Who is close) (listen to His Writings).

P.8 Approach God (holiness, communion) and be pure (to do so).
P.9 Approach certainty/see through own eyes to truth (will lead to thank God (actions)).
P.10 Must not be mortal and lifeless (be eternal and full of true life) to see God.
P.11 See through own eyes, ears, knowledge, and wealth (with detachment and purity) to see Him.
P.12 See through pure (immaterial) eyes to see Him.
P.13 Seek God/His Writings before death.
P.14 Don't sacrifice God's beauty for mortal dust.
P.15 Seek God/His Writings before death.

P.16 Gain an attentive ear (speech, melody (writings?)) as the signs are there.
P.17 The signs are here (but few consecrate/detach themselves in vision or character).
P.18 The signs are here (strive to attain this great station).
P.19 We were all created to obey God without worldliness.
P.20 Before death become pure, believing, yearning to self-improve (you haven't).
P.21 Before death trust God as He is near and wishes your glory (though you rebeled).
P.22 Without search (as learned had) you found God though the learned were deprived of finding it despite
their striving. Don't be into self.

P.23 Evil has veiled good, while you are negligent (and consider yourself true friend)
P.24 Don't be a hypocrite leading the good astray
P.25 Don't be a hypocrite (We can tell)
P.26 Don't be a hypocrite (dual life) but allow God to enter

P.27 Creation is for us but we should allow God in (though we don't) He forgives anyway.
P.28 Let God in (early on and diligently -Dawn) (though we don't) He forgives
P.29 Creation is for us and our best interest but we didn't obey and take the good
P.30 Let God in (dawn)

P.31 Detach from world and seek God alone (can't do both)
P.32 Don't be deprived of healing of God's remembrance through self/passion. Rather cherish it.

P.33 Listen to words, (pure heart), gain certitude to produce knowledge/wisdom
P.34 God has lovingly raised us, to bring forth fruit (don't lose it by desire/passion)
P.35 Abandon error for divine guidance (only purest virtue/deeds will be acceptable)

P.36 Don't speak without hearing (as cup-bearer/lover)/unless timely (guided by heart)

P.37 Don't exchange eternal for worldly desire - it's good for you
P.38 Break mortal cage of self - become holy, detached (filled with mercy spirit)
P.39 Don't take mortal rest to gain eternal rest (exchange paradise for mortal/cage)
P.40 Before death Free from prison of self/world (see 20-21)
P.41 immortal is so greater than world (only the pure understood why it's concealed)

P.42 Drop malice, and envy - become holy
P.43 His pleasure is in creatures!! (Don't enter house/prefer will, take goods or advantage).
P.44 Look to and hope for good for all, don't bring character or mood down Live purely to leave mortal world to eternal
P.45 You passed/effaced Beloved (counsels) for imaginings, impure/undetached/passion as animals.
P.46 Ignored mentioning and approaching Beloved for contentions though spirit is all around.
P.47 Don't be vain/haughty.
P.48 Be patient with others and don't be materialistic, proud of earthly glory/ashamed abasement (will be lost by
death).
P.49 Rich give to poor - it is godly and in your best interest.
P.50 Be contented not covetous (one is praised/loved, the other causes deprivation).
P.51 Don't be confident in riches or sad in poverty (both follow each) Poor in all but God is best as leads to rich in God
(for lovers).
P.52 Let God in (you haven't) and find a true friend that is not out for own interest. Hearken to His word.

P.53 Wealth makes it difficult to find God, be content and resigned. Thus rich believers are glorious.
P.54 Rich should guard the poor (God's trust) not just seek their ease.
P.55 Cleanse from riches' defilement to poverty/detachment to gain eternal life.

P.56 Ungodly increases sorrow, righteous clears heart. Join them for communing and hearing Word.
P.57 Association and fellowship with Ungodly turns heart to fire.
P.58 Seek fellowship w/ righteous of God to find Spirit's grace - can quicken the dead.

P.59 Nothing is hidden from holy Presence.
P.60 Secrets in heart are open to God (hidden out of grace not deserving).

P.61 A dewdrop of God's mercy has been shed, but all turned from His beauty/unity to vile contement w/ impure
mortal.
P.62 Don't turn to mortal instead of Beloved/immortal life for wisdom/hear mystic voice.
P.63 Unforeseen calamity follows sins (WWII?) Sins are not concealed.
P.64 Don't be unjust for No tyranny against any goes unpunished (sin not concealed?)
P.65 God's patience made us negligent into passionate/destructive rebellion. God is aware.
P.66 Mention God (good). Don't detract. If tempted to, remember own faults (if any?) since know self best.
P.67 Sins done at night (concealed) will be exposed.
P.68 Change self first and don't try to commune to God out of desire/passion (join loved ones)
P.69 Wholly Holy words and pure/good deeds free of self/hypocrisy alone are acceptable. It is good to heed it.
P.70 (Eternal) Reality is pleasant/ecstatic/frees from destruction and death if pass mortal world through Youth.
P.71 None faithful due to pride and rebellion. God concealed this.

P.72 Come from self and desire to make true worth known to world (as sword in sheath).
P.73 You are a star of holiness, don't let world eclipse. Pass heedless to emerge and give life to all.
P.74 Don't exchange eternity for fleeting sovereignty (over material-colors) death will remove these.
P.75 Don't attach/rejoice in mortal sovereignty - this power will be brought down by death. Heed this.
P.76 Loved ones: Show forth distinct deeds for guiding others (not words anymore).
P.77 Revelation must be progressive. Shoghi Effendi explains (WOB?).

P.78 Quaff from merciful/utterance mystery/wisdom. Use seeds (Writings) in pure heart, increase by certitude to
bring out knowledge/wisdom of heart (for self or others?).
P.79 Was created for holiness/dress His locks not satanic desire/lacerate His throat

P.80 Produce fruit/true wealth for self and others by necessary means of crafts/professions; otherwise worthless
P.81 Those that don't yield fruit (productive work) are worse than dead
P.82 The best earn livelihood by calling spending on selves and kindred for God's love.
P.XX The mystic and wondrous Bride (Revelation St. John?--(true meaning of) Law of God?) revealed and
thankfully divine favor given for you and all in heaven and earth- now work with detachment.

From the Arabic (summarized)

A.0 This is what was revealed to Prophets of old in brevity, necessary for faithful to Covenant that God may enter and
they obtain virtue in spirit realm. Power and Might to transform - realm of glory (Bahá'u'lláh?).
A.1 Be pure, kindly and radiant for eternal life.
A.2 Be just: see w/ own eyes and knowledge - (don't neglect) that God may enter and confide in you (guide you) Think
how one should then act. To be able to see this way is a gift and should be honored.

A.3 We have been always intended (out of God's love) to reflect God's image (virtue) through seeing his beauty
(judging with justice); (which leads to our happiness).
A.4 We were created since God loved us. Love Him in return to obtain (the fuller measure of) this love.
A.5 Love Him to receive His love. Know this is necessary.
A.6 Enter the Paradise of God's love/reunion with God (in turning to His Word, there is Paradise). This is our destiny.
A.7 Turn from/die to self/own pleasure for God's love/pleasure to live in.
A.8 Must renounce self and turn to/glory God for peace (since He wishes to be loved alone and above all--
detachment from loves or hates of old traditions, bad guides, etc. leads one to not actualize oneself and harms
relations with others).
A.9 Enter God's love for safety (cf. A.48 fortitude/patience); you will otherwise stray and perish.
A.10 Enter God's love for safety. He is to be found within (brought out by Writings/Admin.) Know this that
you can see He is near (and not far and irrelevant).
A.11 God's love is inside you. Seek this alone. (Don't need to look for strength in others- he has created all rich).
A.12 You were created w/ all power, strength, light within you as God intended. Don't need to be someone
else. (Don't doubt this and question God).
A.13 You were created rich, noble, knowledgeable (with Me in you w/ My might, power, and always existing there) -
don't bring self down.
A.14 As one of God's imperishable creation (His dominion,light,glory,robe), you need not fear death. Love Him to find
Him.
A.15 Turn to God and renounce all else (since His sovereignty endures and none other can be found).
A.16 Forget all else and commune with Him (can be done by joining righteous-build unity) This is His command's
essence.
A.17 Be content with God and none other (as He alone will suffice)

A.18 Don't ask for what's against His will - then be content as that is what is best for you.

A.19 His Spirit is within that we may love Him (good is within us to be tapped) Why don't we?
A.20 We cannot forget this great love with which we have been created.
A.21 Why do we exchange good for what is less good. Return to what is better.
A.22 We were created to be noble (yet we abase us) Rise to our destiny of being good.
A.23 We are called to eternal/His desire so why do we seek own desire?

A.24 You should not overstep your station (and not claim to be higher). Be humble to God.

A.25 Don't vaunt over poor who is guided while you will be confounded.

A.26 Will be accursed if you forget own faults and busy self with others' faults.
A.27 Don't breathe others sins (we are all sinners-perhaps we can concern ourself with others' the more
we detach ourselves but not be preoccupied--"best or first duty to improve self" - SE)
A.28 Don't bid others to be just (while you are not).
A.29 Don't ascribe anything to others you would not to you. Thus are you commanded. (like Golden Rule)
A.30 Don't deny requests from servants (w/in reasonable constraints) as His face is God's (cf. Bible God is love...
subset of Unity of God concept)
A.31 Bring to account each day (to give account of life after death) Planning makes better.

A.32 Don't grieve at / hide from light of death (physical and tests of detachment from physical things) which was
created for joy.
A.33 He greets us with joyful news and is calling in our interest (brings peace) (death?)
A.34 Spirit brings news of reunion (at death?), confirmation of power, and guidance why grieve, hide, or worry about
straying?
A.35 Sorrow only at being far from God and rejoice only at returning.
A.36 Rejoice in beauty/willingness/joy of heart to meet and reflect Him
A.37 Don't lose/forfeit His robe/fountain; otherwise you'll thirst forever
A.38 Obey Him out of love (requires knowledge then appreciation of its wisdom) and thus deny self
A.39 Obey if you love Him (don't forget counsels to attain His pleasure)
A.40 Only rest is in obeying and being humble before Him.
A.41 Magnify His Cause to discover His mysteries and reflect His light.
A.42 Humble self that God may visit Arise for Cause to obtain victory before death.
A.43 Make mention of Him to be remembered (rewarded) for My Cause's benefit and yours.
A.44 See and hear as He does (obey) to testify to His sanctity (you will see His power this way) and He may note your station (it's for your benefit) Should be detached from these rewards, however, though it is a by-product.
A.45 Seek martyrdom (sacrifice) contented and thankful with His will to attain to majesty and glory.
A.46 Decide between dying at rest or in His path, manifesting His command and revealing His light.
A.47 Martyrdom in His Cause (living, too) is greater than creation universe and light both worlds. (best to do so amidst darkness when not everyone is, etc.)
A.48 Love seen by obeying His decree and being patient with His trials.

A.49 Lover yearns for tests (the intensity of the rebel/sinner seeking forgivness/mercy) tests by their
nature we can pass, understand them as being for our progress - not the tests we bring on ourselves.
A.50 Need tests in His path/love for attaining station of true contentment and His light.
A.51 Tests are good though they don't seem so. Yearn for them. This is a command.
A.52 Don't rejoice at prosperity or grieve at abasement as both will pass away and fade.
A.53 Don't be sad at poverty (will gain Lord's wealth) or abasement (will attain glory).
A.54 Forsake mortal world if heart set on imperishable.
A.55 Don't busy with this world/gold (it is how we are tested (as gold is with fire))
A.56 Why not recognize as God says it is best to detach from gold?
A.57 Give to poor (will be rewarded) It is better to give soul (sacrifice in Cause) (mystically/spiritually and materially
leads to improvement of poor).
A.58 Cleanse temple of being so God may enter.
A.59 Cleanse heart/spirit for His entry.
A.60 Reach to Him that He may appear
A.61 Ascend to Him for peerless joy and glory.
A.62 Don't slumber in imaginings to reach to God's glory (implies limited duration)
A.63 Light (God's glory) has appeared on and in thee. Thus, abandon fancies to enter His court/eternal life/freedom
from death, weariness, trouble.
A.64 God created eternal life, unity for us - make good of it to reflect Him forever.
A.65 God gave us majesty,grandeur out of mercy. That which (really) befits Him, however, none can
recount or understand as it is hidden in His command for His servants' and peoples' benefit (that
they can obey Him or progressive Revelation that is not too much for us at this point.
A.66 Souls will be hindered from loving God and perturbed to make mention as He cannot be grasped or contained.
A.67 Everything written is to our capacity not revealing His state and voice's melody. (they are but words
unless acted) (these attributes we are called to are not indicating the transcendent Essence's attributes)
A.68 We were created from the same dust not to exalt ourselves over others but to be as one in deeds and
thereby to reflect God's oneness and detachment (to mirror forth and recall His Name...not just in
word but in action-unified and serving humanity) Obey this to obtain fruit.
A.69 God has treasured His mysteries/knowledge in us. Don't indiscriminately reveal them to strangers and ungodly
(timeliness?)
A.70 God's perfection has been fully given to us as He would will for Himself. Be content then and thankful
(in deeds as well as thoughts/words)
A.71 Manifest obedience to everything through the spirit/heart/physical sacrifice. This is what pleases God.