Words to Mrs. Henlay, spoken on 1913-02-18
OOL 06 70057 Phelps: ABU 2483
ABU 2483‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Reported Utterance
Words to Mrs. Henlay, spoken on 1913-02-18
90 words
Question:
You sent word to me through Isabel Fraser that you desired for me a high state of spirituality. Will you please explain to me just what is meant by that and how one can attain unto it?... But for me detachment is difficult. I desire to make for myself a name in the theatrical world. How can one attain to this state in the theatrical world?
Translation:
Provisional translation
By attaching no importance to material things. According to the laws which bind us to this planet, everyone is tied to the gratification of self... Even the theatrical world would not prevent you from becoming what I desire you to become.