…the descent of the Holy Spirit means that the Apostles were
attracted by the messianic Spirit, attained constancy and steadfastness, found
a new life through the spirit of God’s love, and saw Christ to be their
ever-living helper and protector. They were mere drops and became the ocean;
they were feeble gnats and became soaring eagles; they were all weakness and
became endowed with strength. They were like mirrors that are turned towards
the sun: It is certain that the rays and the effulgence of the sun will be
reflected therein.
- 'Abdu'l-Baha (Table talks in Akka, authenticated by ‘Abdu’l-Baha; ‘Some
Answered Questions’ – 2014 revised translation by the Baha’i World Center)
