of the German Community, so
that they may realize the pressing needs of the Faith, and arise
determinedly to meet them.

He assures you he deeply appreciates your constant services, and the
devoted labours of your dear and honoured brother.

LETTER OF 15 NOVEMBER 1956(50)

15 November 1956

As regards the translation of the Iqan, as this is a very important and
fundamental book, the Guardian hopes that it will be published as soon as
possible.

The basis of your translation should be his English translation of it and
not the Persian original. He feels that you should adhere as closely as
possible to the English text without making your translation so literal as
to be un-German and unidiomatic, and therefore not very readable to
German-speaking people.

As regards Dr. Schueck's book, which the Guardian is very pleased to hear
he has written, as we need always more literature to attract new people to
the Faith through different approaches: Any Baha'i book presenting the
Faith should be reviewed by a competent body. This only means that they
should ascertain whether there is any misrepresentation of the Teachings
in it. Sometimes the friends think they have to go into literary reviews
and interfere with the author's style etc., which of course is wholly
unnecessary. It should therefore not take long for your National Body or
the Italo-Swiss National Assembly to pass upon the book.

LETTER OF 17 NOVEMBER 1956

17 November 1956

The Baha'i Group of Salzburg

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your letter of November 12th has been received by the beloved Guardian,
and he has instructed me to answer you on his behalf.

He deeply appreciates the sentiments you expressed and also the loving
labours you are performing in the teaching field in Salzburg.

He was happy to note that your letter had seven signatures, and hopes that
by Ridvan you will be able to form an Assembly there, which will be a
great step forward in the progress of the Faith in Austria.

You may be sure he will pray for you all at the holy Shrines....

[From the Guardian:]

May the Almighty bless your high endeavours, guide every step you take,
and fulfil every desire you cherish, for the promotion and consolidation
of His glorious Faith,

Your true brother,
Shoghi

LETTER OF 30 NOVEMBER 1956(51)

30 November 1956

He appreciates very deeply the sentiments you expressed to him on the
occasion of the thirty-fifth anni