Loving Parent

He indicated that a National Assembly should be like a loving parent, watching over and helping its children, and not like a stern judge, waiting for an opportunity to display his judicial powers.

Shoghi Effendi, Lights of Guidance, p. 34

Like a wise and loving parent the Assembly should conduct the affairs of the Bahá’ís, constantly and patiently, encouraging them and instilling enthusiasm for the work to be done.

Shoghi Effendi, Unlocking the Power of Action
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