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Friday, March 14, 2008

Physical Fast is a Symbol of the Spiritual Fast

1) Thou hast written about the Fast. This is a most weighty matter and thou shouldst exert thine utmost in its observance. It is a fundamental of the Divine law, and one of the pillars of the religion of God.

2) Well is it with you, as you have followed the Law of God and arisen to observe the Fast during these blessed days, for this physical fast is a symbol of the spiritual fast. This Fast leadeth to the cleansing of the soul from all selfish desires, the acquisition of spiritual attributes, attraction to the breezes of the All-Merciful, and enkindlement with the fire of divine love.

3) Fasting is the cause of the elevation of one's spiritual station.

----from the writings of the Master 'ABDU'L-BAHÁ

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