Thou hast lived greatly and hast died greatly! Here is a translation of his speech: UpliftingWords.org is not an official Baha'i Website. Rest thou happily under the shadow of the mercy of the Lord thy God, and He verily, shall well reward thee. We say farewell to the material body of our ‘Abbas, and his material body vanisheth from our gaze, but his reality, our spiritual ‘Abbas, will never leave our minds, our thoughts, our hearts, our tongues. Lament for yourselves, for yours is the loss, whilst he, your lost one, is but a revered Wayfarer, stepping from your mortal world into the everlasting Home. His correspondence guided global efforts to establish an organizational framework for the community. The Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Baha commemorates the death—and, retrospectively, the life—of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, who passed away quietly in his home on November 28, 1921, in Haifa, Palestine (now Israel), at the age of 77. In the Holy Land, Abdu’l-Baha’s unprecedented impact, and the outpouring of emotion that accompanied it, resulted in a funeral the likes of which no one had ever seen. He satisfies our thirsty souls with teachings and principles that are the basis of all religion and morality. Who shall care for the hungry? Thou hast been good to us, thou hast guided us, thou hast taught us, thou hast lived amongst us greatly, with the full meaning of greatness, thou hast made us proud of thy deeds and of thy words. He, Who has left such a glorious heritage, is not dead. Among the final speakers was Salomon Bouzaglo, one of the leading figures of the Jewish population of Haifa, who spoke in French. Is it he who but yesterday was great in his life and is today in his death greater still? He was a loving father not only to the community of Bahá’ís in Haifa, but to a burgeoning international movement. Abdu’l-Baha. ‘Abbas is not dead, neither hath the light of Baha been extinguished! He was the eldest son and successor of Baha’u’llah, founder of the Bahá’í Faith. Alas! Abdu’l-Baha. But O, thou whom we have lost! A compilation on the last days of 'Abdu'l-Baha, his funeral, and tributes on his behalf. It accords with human character. He hath educated the souls of men, hath been benevolent unto them, hath led them to the Way of Truth. Thou hast departed in the Holy Land wherein Christ and the Virgin Mary lived. The philosophy of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is simple and plain, yet sublime. He verily, is the prayer-hearing, prayer-answering God. Whom are ye bewailing? Work is not suspended on this day as it is on some holy days. One like thee, who has all perfections, virtues and honors, is eternal…O ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, O son of Bahá’u’lláh! In His writings and public talks, and in His intimate conversations He could always convince the most learned and the most orthodox. …the sun of knowledge has set; the moon of virtues has disappeared; the throne of glory has crumbled, and the mountain of kindness is levelled by the departure of this benevolent one from the mortal world to the immortal realm. Weep one hour for the sake of him who, for well nigh eighty years, hath wept for you! Suffice it to say, that he has left in every heart the most profound impression, on every tongue most wondrous praise. It is indeed strange that in an age of gross materialism and lack of faith a great philosopher such as He whom we mourn--‘Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbas--should appear. We are not the only ones who weep for Him, in Whom we take pride. The funeral of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “a funeral the like of which Palestine had never seen,” drew “no less than ten thousand people…representing every class, religion and race in that country.” “A great throng,” the British High Commissioner wrote, “had gathered together, sorrowing for His death, but rejoicing also for His life.” The Governor of Jerusalem at the time also wrote in describing the funeral: “I have never known a more united expression of regret and respect than was called forth by the utter simplicity of the ceremony.”1, “The coffin containing the remains of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was borne to its last resting-place on the shoulders of His loved ones…. Here are some lines from it: Among the final speakers was Salomon Bouzaglo, one of the leading figures of the Jewish population of Haifa, who spoke in French. Thou leader of men, generous and benevolent! Woe unto the poor, for lo! relatives of the Bab], the Hands (pillars) of the Cause of God [i.e. Endure and be patient; for no man, be he of the East or of the West, can ever comfort you, nay he himself is even in greater need of consolation. But this calamity will never be forgotten.’. And now he is gathered to glory, a pure angel, richly robed in benevolent deeds, noble in his precious virtues. Wadi’ Bustani, a young Christian, had a poem to offer. Abdu’l-Baha. Thousands upon thousands of people walked up the mountain, “A great throng,” the British High Commissioner of … And now he is gathered to glory, a pure angel, richly robed in benevolent deeds, noble in his precious virtues. Woe unto the poor, for lo! Another distinguished Muslim, ‘Abdu’llah Mukhlish, followed the Mufti of Haifa: …the sun of knowledge has set; the moon of virtues has disappeared; the throne of glory has crumbled, and the mountain of kindness is levelled by the departure of this benevolent one from the mortal world to the immortal realm. One like thee, who has all perfections, virtues and honors, is eternal…O ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, O son of Bahá’u’lláh! With ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s ascension, and more particularly with the passing of His wellbeloved and illustrious sister the Most Exalted Leaf—the last survivor of a glorious and heroic age—there draws to a close the first and most moving chapter of Bahá’í history, marking the conclusion of the Primitive, the Apostolic Age of the Faith of Baha’u’llah. Is it he who but yesterday was great in his life and is today in his death greater still? By nothing, under no conditions, be ye perturbed. It is not only our country’s loss but a world affliction…He hath lived for well-nigh eighty years the life of the Messengers and Apostles of God. AbdulBahasFamily.org is owned by Parvine Afnan Shahid, a great-granddaughter of ‘Abdu’l-Baha and great- niece of Shoghi Effendi.. Look to your right, look to your left, look East and look West and behold, what glory and greatness have vanished! Know thou that God is with thee under all conditions, and that He guardeth thee from the changes and chances of this world. Could the life of Sir ‘Abdu’l-Bahá ’Abbas have been redeemed by the sacrifices of many a precious soul, they of a certainty would gladly have offered up their lives for his life. For decades, ‘Akka--the Bastille of the Ottomans--held Him a prisoner. In the souls and in the minds thou art immortal. What eloquent lips are hushed! Shed no tears for the one that hath departed to the world of Eternity, but weep over the passing of Virtue and Wisdom, of Knowledge and Generosity. He speaks to our hearts, our consciences. A memorable chapter in the history of the first Bahá’í century had been written. It accords with human character. Stories and messages of Triumph during COVID-19. May the Lord inspire all thy household and thy kindred with patience in this grievous calamity, and immerse thee in the ocean of His grace and mercy! Reproduced from The Bahá’í World, Volume 15 (1968-1973) in commemoration of the 50 year anniversary of the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Here are some lines from it: In the souls and in the minds thou art immortal. goodness hath departed from them, woe unto the orphans, for their loving father is no more with them! `Abdu'l-Baha wa al-Diyanah al-Baha'iyyah: Mawtuhu wa Tashyi` Jinazatih (Haifa: al-Matba`ah al-Wataniyyah, 1921). The coffin was then removed to one of the chambers of the Shrine, and there lowered, sadly and reverently, to its last resting-place in a vault adjoining that in which were laid the remains of the Báb.”2, The following are extracts from some of the speeches given on the occasion of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s funeral.3. Carmel to the Mausoleum of the Báb… Close to the eastern entrance of the Shrine, the sacred casket was placed upon a plain table, and, in the presence of that vast concourse, nine speakers, who represented the Muslim, the Jewish and Christian Faiths…delivered their several funeral orations. Lament for yourselves, for yours is the loss, whilst he, your lost one, is but a revered Wayfarer, stepping from your mortal world into the everlasting Home. It is simply an individual initiative to share relevant content and resources for those interested in Baha'i related topics. Indeed, they are wounds and not words; they are tears and not phrases…’ This calamity has made all previous calamities to be forgotten. The ancient glory of this land is restored. Fellow Christians! Digital republication, East Lansing, Mi. He, Who has promulgated such great principles, is immortal in the memory of posterity. Who shall care for the hungry? I do not need to explain the sublimity of the great one whom we have lost or to enumerate his great qualities, for all of you who are just are witnesses and can testify to what has been given him of personal beauty, beauty of his character, greatness of his heart, vastness of the sea of his knowledge and generosity…I beg your pardon if I fail in doing my duty as far as faithfulness is concerned or if I am unable to pay the generous one who has departed what he deserves of the best and highest praise, because what my tongue utters has emanated from a tender memory and broken heart. The funeral of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “a funeral the like of which Palestine had never seen,” drew “no less than ten thousand people…representing every class, religion and race in that country.” “A great throng,” the British High Commissioner wrote, “had gathered together, sorrowing for His death, but rejoicing also for His life.” The Governor of Jerusalem at the time also wrote in describing the funeral: “I have never known a more united expression of regret and respect than was called forth by the utter simplicity of the ceremony.”, “The coffin containing the remains of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was borne to its last resting-place on the shoulders of His loved ones…. this light shall shine with everlasting splendor. and the desolate, the widow and the orphan? The casket being carried from the House of the Master. The news of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing on November 28, 1921, inspired an unprecedented event of unity among the Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Druze communities of Haifa. ʻAbdu'l-Bahá was later canonized as the last of three "central figures" of the religion, along with Baháʼu'lláh and the Báb, and his writings and authenticated talks are regarded as a source of Baháʼí sacred literature. The program itself takes about 60 minutes. The story which follows was taken from H.M. Balyuzi’s book: Abdu’l-Bahá – The Centre of the Covenant, p. 451-460), except where otherwise noted. His life was the living example of self-sacrifice, of preferring the good of others to one’s own. - 'Abdu'l-Bahá, Unto Him Shall We Return, p. 99-100 Nevertheless, dealing with the loss and separation, however temporary it might be in the time frame of eternity, is critical. Silent short movie of 'Abdu'l-Baha in New York, 1912. Hear me O people! Nay, nay! And he that leaveth a memory so lovely, so imperishable, he, indeed, is not dead. In this tribulation there is no heart but aches with anguish, no eye but is filled with tears. When He passed away at the age of 77 on 28 November 1921, His funeral was attend… 'Abdu'l-Baha Baha'i academics Baha'i articles Baha'i content Baha'i papers Baha'i scholars Baha'i writers Centenary of the Passing of Abdu'l-Baha About the Author In her innermost heart, Sonjel is a stay-at-home parent and a bookworm with a maxed out library card but professionally she is a museologist with a background in English Literature. Abdu’l-Baha remained nominally a prisoner under house arrest after his father Baha’u’llah’s passing in 1892, but for several years he enjoyed a relative degree of freedom in Akka. On November 28, members of the Baha’i Faith throughout the world commemorate the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, the eldest son and successor of Baha’u’llah, 95 years ago. Thus he raised his people to the pinnacle of glory, and great shall be his reward from God, the reward of the righteous! Ascension of `Abdu’l-Bahá is a religious observance for the followers of Bahá’í. See more ideas about baha, bahai faith, baha i faith. The news of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing on November 28, 1921, inspired an unprecedented event of unity among the Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Druze communities of Haifa. But Fate hath otherwise ordained. Be thou not hopeless under any circumstances, but rather be firm in thy hope. In this tribulation there is no heart but aches with anguish, no eye but is filled with tears. Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá* marking the passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá in 1921 27 November 27 November Note: The Bahá’í holy days are set and move according to a … The remaining text of this article is taken from H. M. Balyuzi. Thou wert just as God wanted thee to be and not as others wished. Endure and be patient; for no man, be he of the East or of the West, can ever comfort you, nay he himself is even in greater need of consolation. In Europe, in America, in every country, people athirst for social justice and brotherhood also weep for Him. ʻAbdu'l-Bahá , born ʻAbbás (Persian: عباس‎), was the eldest son of Baháʼu'lláh and served as head of the Baháʼí Faith from 1892 until 1921. They are too glorious to be praised, too many to recount. In His writings and public talks, and in His intimate conversations He could always convince the most learned and the most orthodox. Passing of `Abdu'l-Bahá, The by Shoghi Effendi and Lady Blomfield DEAR FRIENDS, It is well known that the loved ones of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, in every part of the world are anxiously waiting to receive some details of the closing events of his unique and wonderful life. Shed no tears for the one that hath departed to the world of Eternity, but weep over the passing of Virtue and Wisdom, of Knowledge and Generosity. Hear me O people! The Christian writer was followed by the Mufti of Haifa, Muhammad Murad: I do not wish to exaggerate in my eulogy of this great one, for his ready and helping hand in the service of mankind and the beautiful and wondrous story of his life, spent in doing that which is right and good, none can deny, save him whose heart is blinded…. Then came the turn of the youth to pay homage and tribute. Then came the turn of the youth to pay homage and tribute. What can the poets say in thy day? Every destiny is predetermined and none can change the Divine Decree. Truly ye are bearing the mortal remains of this ever lamented one to his last resting place, yet know of a certainty that your ‘Abbas will live forever in spirit amongst you, through his deeds, his words, his virtues and all the essence of his life. The Year 2021 marks 100 years since the passing of The Master A bird soars to a certain height … Later published in abridged form in World Order. In the early years of the 20th century, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá—the eldest Son of Bahá’u’lláh—was the Bahá’í Faith’s leading exponent, renowned as a champion of social justice and an ambassador for international peace. Look to your right, look to your left, look East and look West and behold, what glory and greatness have vanished! He speaks to our hearts, our consciences. The Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is a holy day that commemorates the death of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Later published in abridged form in World Order. Item record: The Passing of Abdu'l-Baha Thou hast lived greatly and hast died greatly! The funeral of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “a funeral the like of which Palestine had never … Its virtues overcome prejudice and superstition … ‘Abbas has passed away in Haifa, in Palestine, in the Holy Land wherein prophets have always appeared. Wadi’ Bustani, a young Christian, had a poem to offer. What am I to set forth the achievements of this leader of mankind? Chapter XXI: The Passing of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s great work was now ended. Weep one hour for the sake of him who, for well nigh eighty years, hath wept for you! Abdu'l-Bahá © Abdu'l-Bahá was born in 1844 in Tihran, on the same night that the Bábdeclared his mission. In His old age, ‘Abdu’l-Bahá remained remarkably vigorous. Thou art the all-wise, and all else beside thee are only learned. According to Shoghi Effendi’s biography, the Will and Testament was read to him after he arrived in Haifa in late December 1921. O ’Abdu’l-Bahá, O son of Bahá’u’lláh! The Centenary of the Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá – The Utterance Project On Saturday, 27 November 2021, millions of Bahá’ís in communities all across the world will commemorate the hundredth anniversary of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá’s passing. To whom shall the poor now look? He hath educated the souls of men, hath been benevolent unto them, hath led them to the Way of Truth. When Abdu’l-Baha passed away in 1921, His choice of successor was revealed, first to Shoghi Effendi, and then to the Baha’i world. Indeed, they are wounds and not words; they are tears and not phrases…’ This calamity has made all previous calamities to be forgotten. The Heroic Age of the Bahá’í Dispensation, in which He had participated since its inception, and played so unique a … What a pillar of peace hath crumbled! This great funeral procession is but a glorious proof of thy greatness in thy life and in thy death. Fellow Christians! The Ascension of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is a holy day that commemorates the death of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá. Thou hast departed in the Holy Land wherein Christ and the Virgin Mary lived. He often made trips to the nearby city of Haifa, and was recognized by high and low as a leading citizen of the area. We say farewell to the material body of our ‘Abbas, and his material body vanisheth from our gaze, but his reality, our spiritual ‘Abbas, will never leave our minds, our thoughts, our hearts, our tongues. What a pillar of peace hath crumbled! ‘Abdu’l-Baha ́ was well known in Palestine and … Alas! What eloquent lips are hushed! and the desolate, the widow and the orphan? The first speaker was Yúsuf al-Khatib, a well-known Muslim orator: The next speaker was Ibrahim Nassar, a celebrated Christian writer: The Christian writer was followed by the Mufti of Haifa, Muhammad Murad: Another distinguished Muslim, ‘Abdu’llah Mukhlish, followed the Mufti of Haifa: Next, Shaykh Yúnus al-Khatib, a Muslim poet of note, recited a poem he had composed; and he was followed by Bishop Bassilious, the head of the Greek Catholic Church of Haifa, who dwelt particularly on ’Abdu’l-Bahá’s humanitarian deeds, His generosity to the poor, His charm and majesty of mien. goodness hath departed from them, woe unto the orphans, for their loving father is no more with them! sons of Baha’u’llah], the Afnan (Twigs) of the Sacred Lote-Tree [i.e. But Fate hath otherwise ordained. He verily, is the prayer-hearing, prayer-answering God. Be solaced then, O ye people of Baha! Rest thou happily under the shadow of the mercy of the Lord thy God, and He verily, shall well reward thee. 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