In the Spiritual Assembly, the discussions must be confined to beneficial matters, that is, the exaltation of the Word of God, the propagation of the divine Teachings, the education of souls, the training of children, the protection and fostering of orphans, assistance to the poor and needy, relief for the weak and aged, and the promotion of benevolent pursuits and charitable deeds. But the greatest of all is the diffusion of the sweet savours of God, for this is the foundation.
- ‘Abdu’l-Bahá (From a Tablet; compilation: ‘The National Spiritual Assembly, prepared by the Research Department of the Universal House of Justice, updated, November 2023; online Baha’i Reference Library of the Baha’i World Centre)
