Our meaning is not that the Manifestations of God are unable
to perform miracles, for this indeed lies within Their power. But that which is
of import and consequence in Their eyes is inner sight, spiritual hearing, and
eternal life. Thus, wherever it is recorded in the Sacred Scriptures that such
a one was blind and was made to see, the meaning is that he was inwardly blind
and gained spiritual insight, or that he was ignorant and found knowledge, or
was heedless and became aware, or was earthly and became heavenly.
As this inner sight, hearing, life, and healing are eternal,
so are they truly important. Otherwise, what importance, worth, and value can
mere animal life and powers possess?
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (Table talks in Akka, authenticated by
‘Abdu’l-Baha; ‘Some Answered Questions’ – 2014 revised translation by the
Baha’i World Center)
