Bahá’í Quotes

Perverted

It is not, however, permissible to strike a child, or vilify him, for the child’s character will be totally perverted if he be subjected to blows or verbal abuse.

- ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, The Compilation of Compilations vol. I, p. 289-290

Quote of the Day

Fidal 6 Asma 183 B.E.

What is music? It is a combination of harmonious sounds. What is poetry? It is a symmetrical collection of words. Therefore, they are pleasing through harmony and rhythm. Poetry is much more effective and complete than prose. It stirs more deeply, for it is of a finer composition.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá A Brief Account of My Visit to Accá – p. 11-14