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united in adoration all the worshippers of this light; and these rays have, through in nite grace,

gathered all peoples together within this wide-spreading shelter; therefore must all souls

become as one soul, and all hearts as one heart. Let all be set free from the multiple identities

that were born of passion and desire, and in the oneness of their love for God nd a new way of

life.

'Abdu'l-Bahá, Selections from the Writings of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, p76

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Bahá’ís endeavour, whether as individuals or as a community, to put into practice the

command of Bahá’u’lláh: “They that are endued with sincerity and faithfulness should

associate with all the peoples and kindreds of the earth with joy and radiance, inasmuch as

consorting with people hath promoted and will continue to promote unity and concord,

which in turn are conducive to the maintenance of order in the world and to the regeneration

of nations.” It is through “association and meeting”, ‘Abdu’l‑Bahá has explained further, that

“we nd happiness and development, individual and collective.” “That which is conducive to

association and attraction and unity among the sons of men”, He has written in this

connection, “is the means of the life of the world of humanity, and whatever causeth division,
repulsion and remoteness leadeth to the death of humankind.”...‘Abdu’l‑Bahá has indicated.

“The stronger the ties of fellowship and solidarity amongst men, the greater will be the power

of constructiveness and accomplishment in all the planes of human activity.” “So powerful is

the light of unity”, Bahá’u’lláh declares, “that it can illuminate the whole earth.”

It is with such thoughts in mind that Bahá’ís enter into collaboration, as their resources permit,

with an increasing number of movements, organizations, groups and individuals, establishing

partnerships that strive to transform society and further the cause of unity, promote human

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