Education and
training are the most important issues in the world of existence. Without an
educator, little progress can be made in material affairs, still less in
spiritual affairs and divine morals. How can humanity find composure and
eternal happiness without an educator? Apart from the human world observe the
rest of creation, how each and every created thing is in need of training by an
educator. Without education they will not attain perfection. For instance, this
flower cannot by itself reach this perfection and attain this charm, color and
loveliness. Thus, there are two great blessings in the world of existence: one
is innate capacity which is bestowed by the Creator; and the other, acquired
perfections which depend upon training by a teacher and educator.
- ‘Abdu’l-Baha (Words of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, November 15, New York, recorded by Mahmud
Zarqani; ‘Mahmud’s Diary’)
