Daily Frameworks for 15 October 2023

Jamál, 19 Mas͟híyyat (Will), 180 B.E.

Reflections on the Life of the Spirit

Quote for Reflection:

Intone, O My servant, the verses of God
that have been received by thee,
as intoned by them who have drawn
nigh unto Him,
that the sweetness of thy melody
may kindle thine own soul,
and attract the hearts of all men.
Whoso reciteth, in the privacy of his chamber,
the verses revealed by God,
the scattering angels of the Almighty
shall scatter abroad the fragrance
of the words uttered by his mouth,
and shall cause the heart
of every righteous man to throb.
Though he may, at first, remain unaware
of its effect, yet the virtue
of the grace vouchsafed unto him
must needs sooner or later exercise
its influence upon his soul.
Thus have the mysteries of the Revelation
of God been decreed
by virtue of the Will of Him
Who is the Source of power and wisdom. — Bahá’u’lláh ¹

Question for Consideration:

What effect will the sweetness of our melodies have on our own souls? ²

Google Bard Response:

According to Bahá’u’lláh, the sweetness of our melodies can kindle our own souls. This means that when we recite the verses of God with sincerity and devotion, it can ignite our spiritual growth and development.

Here are some of the ways in which the sweetness of our melodies can kindle our own souls:

• It can help us to connect with God on a deeper level. When we sing or recite the verses of God with sweetness and devotion, we are opening ourselves up to God’s love and guidance.
• It can help us to develop our spiritual qualities. The sweetness of our melodies can help us to cultivate compassion, forgiveness, humility, and other spiritual qualities.
• It can help us to find inner peace and happiness. When we are surrounded by the sweetness of God’s words, it can bring a sense of inner peace and happiness to our hearts.
• It can inspire us to live better lives. The sweetness of God’s words can motivate us to be better people and to make a positive contribution to the world.
  

In addition to these spiritual benefits, the sweetness of our melodies can also have a positive impact on our mental and emotional health. Studies have shown that singing can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. It can also improve our sleep quality and boost our immune system.

Overall, the sweetness of our melodies can have a profound impact on our lives. It can help us to connect with God on a deeper level, develop our spiritual qualities, find inner peace and happiness, and live better lives.

Here are some tips for developing the sweetness of your melody when reciting the verses of God:

• Sing or recite the verses of God with sincerity and devotion. This is the most important thing.
• Pay attention to your breath. Use your breath to support your voice and to create a sense of flow.
• Experiment with different rhythms and melodies. Find a way of reciting the verses that feels natural and comfortable to you.
• Listen to recordings of others reciting the verses of God. This can give you some ideas about how to develop your own melody.
  

With practice, you will be able to develop a sweet and melodious voice that will kindle your own soul and attract the hearts of all who hear it.

Question for Consideration:

What effect will the sweetness of our melodies have on the hearts of others?

Google Bard Response:

The sweetness of our melodies will have a positive effect on the hearts of others. It can uplift their spirits, inspire them to be better people, and bring them closer to God.

Music is a powerful tool that can evoke a wide range of emotions in people. It can make us happy, sad, angry, or joyful. It can also make us think, reflect, and connect with our emotions on a deeper level.

When we intone the verses of God with sincerity and devotion, our voices become a channel for God’s love and guidance. Our melodies can carry the message of God’s love to the hearts of others and inspire them to open their hearts to God.

Here are some specific ways in which the sweetness of our melodies can have a positive effect on the hearts of others:

• Lift their spirits: The sweetness of our melodies can help to lift the spirits of others and bring them joy. This can be especially helpful for people who are feeling down or discouraged.
• Inspire them to be better people: The verses of God contain many words of wisdom and guidance. When we intone these verses with sincerity and devotion, our melodies can help to inspire others to be better people and to live more meaningful lives.
• Bring them closer to God: The verses of God are a direct connection to God. When we intone these verses with sincerity and devotion, our melodies can help to bring others closer to God.
  

In the quotation from Bahá’u’lláh that you provided, He says that the scattering angels of the Almighty will scatter abroad the fragrance of the words uttered by our mouths. This means that when we intone the verses of God, our melodies will spread the good news of God’s love and guidance to all who hear them.

The sweetness of our melodies can also have a positive effect on our own souls. When we intone the verses of God with sincerity and devotion, we are opening ourselves up to God’s love and guidance. Our melodies can help us to connect with God on a deeper level and to experience His love and peace more fully.

If you want to make a positive impact on the world, I encourage you to intone the verses of God with sincerity and devotion. Your melodies can help to lift the spirits of others, inspire them to be better people, and bring them closer to God.

1. Bahá’u’lláh, The Báb, and ’Abdu’l-Bahá. “Bahá’í Prayers: A Selection of Prayers Revealed by Bahá’u’lláh, The Báb, and ’Abdu’l-Bahá.” Bahá’í Reference Library. Accessed October 13, 2023. https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/prayers/bahai-prayers/1#358258487. ↩
2. Ruhi Institute. Reflections on the Life of the Spirit. 4.1.2.PE May 2020. Vol. Book 1. 6 vols. Embarking on a Path of Service. Cali, Columbia: Ruhi Institute, 2020, 20. https://www.ruhi.org/en/walking-a-path-of-service/#RLS ↩