invested with authority
and...

... They that are possessed of wealth and invested with authority and
power must show the profoundest regard for religion. In truth, religion is
a radiant light and an impregnable stronghold for the protection and
welfare of the peoples of the world, for the fear of God impelleth man to
hold fast to that which is good, and shun all evil. Should the lamp of
religion be obscured, chaos and confusion will ensue, and the lights of
fairness and justice, of tranquillity and peace cease to shine. Unto this
will bear witness every man of true understanding.

("Tablets of Baha'u'llah revealed after the Kitab-i-Aqdas", p. 125) [12]

13: We have enjoined upon all mankind to establish the Most Great
Peace--the...

We have enjoined upon all mankind to establish the Most Great Peace--the
surest of all means for the protection of humanity. The sovereigns of the
world should, with one accord, hold fast thereunto, for this is the
supreme instrument that can ensure the security and welfare of all peoples
and nations. They, verily, are the manifestations of the power of God and
the daysprings of His authority. We beseech the Almighty that He may
graciously assist them in that which is conducive to the well-being of
their subjects. A full explanation regarding this matter hath been
previously set forth by the Pen of Glory; well is it with them that act
accordingly.

("Tablets of Baha'u'llah revealed after the Kitab-i-Aqdas", p. 126) [13]

14: The purpose of religion as revealed from the heaven of God's holy Will
is...

The purpose of religion as revealed from the heaven of God's holy Will is
to establish unity and concord amongst the peoples of the world; make it
not the cause of dissension and strife. The religion of God and His divine
law are the most potent instruments and the surest of all means for the
dawning of the light of unity amongst men. The progress of the world, the
development of nations, the tranquillity of peoples, and the peace of all
who dwell on earth are among the principles and ordinances of God.
Religion bestoweth upon man the most precious of all gifts, offereth the
cup of prosperity, imparteth eternal life, and showereth imperishable
benefits upon mankind. It behoveth the chiefs and rulers of the world, and
in particular the Trustees of God's House of Justice, to endeavour to the
utmost of their power to safeguard its position, promote its interests and
exa