Unity from religion
Purpose of religion to bring unity and peace[edit]
"The aim of this Wronged One in sustaining woes and tribulations, in revealing the Holy Verses and in demonstrating proofs hath been naught but to quench the flame of hate and enmity, that the horizon of the hearts of men may be illumined with the light of concord and attain real peace and tranquillity."
Religion is for love and unity[edit]
"O ye that dwell on earth! The religion of God is for love and unity; make it not the cause of enmity or dissension."
Fundamental purpose of all religions to bring man nearer to God and change his (moral) character[edit]
"…the fundamental purpose of all religions—including our own—is to bring man nearer to God, and to change his character, which is of the utmost importance. Too much emphasis is often laid on the social and economic aspects of the Teachings; but the moral aspect cannot be overemphasized.
"He urges you not to allow yourself to be discouraged, as all these temporary conditions will pass away as the Faith grows, but to concentrate on the constructive work of teaching and exemplifying the Faith."
- (From a letter written on behalf of Shoghi Effendi to an individual believer, September 6, 1946: Bahá’í Youth, p. 8, in Lights of Guidance, no. 1701)
