O people of God! Do not busy yourselves in your own
concerns; let your thoughts be fixed upon that which will rehabilitate the
fortunes of mankind and sanctify the hearts and souls of men. This can best be
achieved through pure and holy deeds, through a virtuous life and a goodly
behavior. Valiant acts will ensure the triumph of this Cause, and a saintly
character will reinforce its power. Cleave unto righteousness, O people of
Bahá! This, verily, is the commandment which this wronged One hath given unto
you, and the first choice of His unrestrained Will for every one of you.
- Baha’u’llah (‘Gleanings from the Writings of Baha’u’llah’)
