Selections From the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Notes on Translations
Passages Translated by the Guardian
Whenever a passage in one of the Tablets has been translated by the Guardian, that translation has been used. These are identified below. Extensive use has also been made, especially in those sections retranslated by the Committee, of very early translations and notes made by Shoghi Effendi during the lifetime of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá.
2.16
“The most vital duty . . .” to “of of every living man.”
5.3
“Let not your hearts . . . ” to “. . . Our favored angels”
5.4
“Be not dismayed . . .” to “Word amongst men.”
15.6
“In cycles gone by . . .” to “. . . merged into one.”
15.6
“In like manner all the . . .” to “. . . their realization.”
35.5
“O army of God! Through . . .” to “. . . Covenant and Testament of God.”
38.5
“These Spiritual Assemblies are aided . . .” to “. . . under all conditions.”
42.4-5
“Whenever ye enter . . .” to “. . . the Compassionate.”
45.1
Whole Section except from “is that the members” which is a Committee translation.
198.5
“I never passed a tree . . .” to “. . . crucified upon thee.”
202.14
“The Balkans will remain . . .” to “. . . influence will spread.”
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