Disease
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
It is evident that, if the body and mind are to maintain good health, the laws that govern physical existence cannot be ignored.
- Universal House of Justice, to a number of individual Bahá’ís resident in Europe, 19 April 2013
Quote of the Day
Jamal 12 Ilm 182 B.E.
An Assembly should be careful not to minimize an allegation of "date rape" or of rape by a spouse. Sexual abuse or assault involving a person under a certain age (the age varies by state) is a crime regardless of whether consent is given or force is used. Assemblies should be aware of the laws applicable in their state.
National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the United States – Guidelines for Spiritual Assemblies on Domestic Violence, p. 99.