im, that he may be reared in
accord with the verities of the Gospel and the Most Holy Book.

(From a Tablet--translated from the Persian) [46]

"47: O thou who gazest upon the Kingdom of God!..."

O thou who gazest upon the Kingdom of God!

Thy letter was received and we note that thou art engaged in teaching the
children of the believers, that these tender little ones have been
learning the Hidden Words and the prayers and what it meaneth to be a
Baha'i.

The instruction of these children is even as the work of a loving gardener
who tendeth his young plants in the flowering fields of the All-Glorious.
There is no doubt that it will yield the desired results; especially is
this true of instruction as to Baha'i obligations and Baha'i conduct, for
the little children must needs be made aware in their very heart and soul
that "Baha'i" is not just a name but a truth. Every child must be trained
in the things of the spirit, so that he may embody all the virtues and
become a source of glory to the Cause of God. Otherwise, the mere word
"Baha'i", if it yield no fruit, will come to nothing.

Strive then to the best of thine ability to let these children know that a
Baha'i is one who embodieth all the perfections, that he must shine out
like a lighted taper--not be darkness upon darkness and yet bear the name
"Baha'i".

Name thou this school the Baha'i Sunday School.

(From a Tablet--translated from the Persian) [47]

"48: We have previously written and sent out a detailed letter regarding
the..."

We have previously written and sent out a detailed letter regarding the
education of children in faith, certitude, learning and spiritual
knowledge, and their being taught to call upon the Heavenly Kingdom with
suppliant hearts.

It is certain that ye will exert every effort toward this end.

(From a Tablet--translated from the Persian) [48]

"49: As to thy question regarding the education of children: It behoveth
thee..."

As to thy question regarding the education of children: It behoveth thee
to nurture them at the breast of the love of God, and urge them onward to
the things of the spirit--that they may turn their faces unto God; that
their ways may conform to the rules of good conduct and their character be
second to none; that they make their own all the graces and praiseworthy
qualities of humankind; that they acquire a sound knowledge of the various
branches of learning--so that from th