Daily Frameworks for 08 April 2025

Fidál, 01 Jalál (Glory), 182 B.E.

Social Action: Underlying Concepts and Principles

Quote for Reflection:

Were man to appreciate the greatness of his station and the loftiness of his destiny he would manifest naught save goodly character, pure deeds, and a seemly and praiseworthy conduct. If the learned and wise men of goodwill were to impart guidance unto the people, the whole earth would be regarded as one country. Verily this is the undoubted truth. This servant appealeth to every diligent and enterprising soul to exert his utmost endeavor and arise to rehabilitate the conditions in all regions and to quicken the dead with the living waters of wisdom and utterance, by virtue of the love he cherisheth for God, the One, the Peerless, the Almighty, the Beneficent. — Bahá’u’lláh ^{1 2}

Question for Consideration

What does Bahá’u’lláh appeal to every diligent and enterprising soul to do?

Perplexity Pro Response ³

Bahá’u’lláh appeals to every diligent and enterprising soul to exert their utmost effort to rehabilitate conditions across all regions of the world and to revive humanity with the “living waters of wisdom and utterance.” This call is grounded in a profound love for God and a commitment to advancing the spiritual and material well-being of humanity [1][5][6].

The purpose of this appeal is multifaceted:

Rehabilitation of Society: Bahá’u’lláh emphasizes the need to address societal challenges and transform conditions globally. This involves fostering unity, improving social structures, and creating a world where humanity can thrive collectively [6][7].

Spiritual Revitalization: He highlights the importance of using wisdom and meaningful discourse to inspire individuals, awaken their spiritual potential, and guide them toward noble deeds and commendable conduct. This spiritual renewal is essential for uplifting individuals and society as a whole [5][6].

Unity of Mankind: Bahá’u’lláh envisions a unified world where humanity transcends divisions and recognizes the earth as one country. This unity is achievable through guidance from learned individuals and collective efforts to promote love, justice, and cooperation [1][7].

Ultimately, Bahá’u’lláh’s appeal underscores the transformative power of divine wisdom and virtuous action in building a harmonious, progressive, and spiritually enriched global civilization.

Citations

[1] Social Action-A Compilation Prepared by the Research Department of the Universal House of Justice August 2020 (PDF)

[2] The Proofs of Bahá’u’lláh’s Mission (PDF)

[3] Baha’i Writings on Language – Baha’i Coherence

[4] Love for the Sake of Love – Baha’i Blog

[5] Words as Deeds – BahaiTeachings.org

[6] 9 November 2018 – To the Bahá’ís of the World – Bahá’í Reference Library

[7] Transition to a New World Order – International Environment Forum

Follow-Up Questions Proposed by Perplexity

• How can individuals contribute to the unity of the whole earth?
• What are some practical steps to promote the general good?
• How does Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings address social and economic development?
• What role do wise men and scholars play in Bahá’u’lláh’s vision?
• How can one’s actions reflect the principles of the Oneness of Mankind?

1. Bahá’u’lláh. Tablets of Baháʾ’u’ʾlláh, Revealed after the Kitáb-i-Aqdas. Translated by Habib Taherzadeh. 1st ed. Haifa: Bahá’í World Centre, 1978, 172. https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/bahaullah/tablets-bahaullah/5#319213679. ↩
2. Research Department of the Universal House of Justice. “Social Action.” Bahá’í Reference Library, August 2020. https://www.bahai.org/library/authoritative-texts/compilations/social-action/2#807370252. ↩
3. Perplexity Pro. “Were man to appreciate the greatness of his station.” Edited by Steve Bosserman. April 7, 2025. https://www.perplexity.ai/search/were-man-to-appreciate-the-gre-JFODiSvwS8m58di5pyo9xg. ↩