Part 27 (2/2)

Dear and valued co-worker:

Your outstanding pioneer services are indeed worthy of the highest praise, and I am deeply grateful to you for the work you have accomplished. The firm establishment of a spiritual a.s.sembly in j.a.pan and its consolidation, as well as the formation of small groups and isolated centers, will no doubt act as a magnet that will draw the inestimable blessings of Baha'u'llah. Persevere in your historic task and rest a.s.sured and be happy.

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

(October 16, 1948)

[Letter of December 20, 1949]

To Mrs. Barbara Davenport

He (the Guardian) urges you to encourage the friends (in j.a.pan) to observe our Baha'i laws and ordinances, deepen themselves in the administration, and realize they are followers of a Faith-not a mere movement.

(signed by R. Rabbani)

(December 20, 1949)

[Letter of September 17, 1950]

To Mr. Robert Imagire

He (the Guardian) is so pleased to have dear Miss Alexander there. Her devotion and loyalty, her love and knowledge of the teachings will be a comfort and inspiration to the believers there (in j.a.pan).

The Guardian was also very happy to see eight j.a.panese names on the Tokyo a.s.sembly. Although the help and advice of American believers is of great importance, it is excellent that the majority are j.a.panese and are a.s.suming responsibility for the affairs of the Cause in their native land.

He feels great strides forward have been made, and trusts still greater progress lies ahead. He was delighted to hear the j.a.panese friends and particularly the women, are actively teaching and giving lectures.

(signed by R. Rabbani)

(in the Guardian's handwriting)

Dear and valued co-worker:

The services you are rendering the Faith in j.a.pan are indeed remarkable and unforgettable. I am filled with admiration for the spirit that animates you and for your splendid accomplishments. Persevere in your historic tasks, and rest a.s.sured that the Beloved is well pleased with you. I will continue to supplicate in your behalf the Master's richest blessings, that He may fulfill your heart's desire in His service.

Your true and grateful brother, Shoghi

(September 17, 1950)

[Letter of February 27, 1951]

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