Be not grieved; tests lead to the development of holy souls
and the ardor of the flame of fire causeth the pure gold to shine and the
violence of winds is conducive to the growth and thriving of a firm and well
rooted tree.
If the earthen house and mortal dwelling-place was burned,
[1] yet I hope that thou mayest build thy nest and abode, like unto the birds
of holiness, in the Tree of Life in the Divine Kingdom.
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (‘Tablets
of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, vol. 2)
[1] The residence was destroyed by fire.
