The Hidden Words of Bahá'u'lláh by Bahá'u'lláh

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The Hidden Words of Bahá'u'lláh by Bahá'u'lláh

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By Abil Kile Posted on Nov 15, 2025

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Authors: Bahá'u'lláh, 1817-1892 Published By : Bahá'u'lláh, 1817-1892

Book Language: English

Ever find yourself wishing someone would just cut through all the noise and tell you what really matters? That's exactly what 'The Hidden Words' feels like. It's not a story in the usual sense—there's no plot or characters. Instead, imagine discovering a small, powerful collection of spiritual advice written like direct messages from a higher power to your own soul. The 'mystery' here is an internal one: Can these short, poetic verses actually change how you see yourself and the world? It's a book you can read in one sitting, but might spend a lifetime thinking about. If you're curious about the core ideas of the Bahá'í Faith, or just want a dose of profound, timeless wisdom presented without any fluff, this is your book.

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3. The Content must be used solely for a non-commercial purpose. Although this blanket permission to reproduce the Content is given freely such that no special permission is required, the Bahá’í International Community retains full copyright protection for all Content included at this Site under all applicable national and international laws. For permission to publish, transmit, display or otherwise use the Content for any commercial purpose, please contact us (http://reference.bahai.org/en/contact.html). CONTENTS Baha’i Terms of Use Part I - From the Arabic Preamble 1: O SON OF SPIRIT! My first counsel is this: Possess a pure, kindly and... 2: O SON OF SPIRIT! The best beloved of all things in My sight is Justice;... 3: O SON OF MAN! Veiled in My immemorial being and in the ancient... 4: O SON OF MAN! I loved thy creation, hence I created thee. Wherefore,... 5: O SON OF BEING! Love Me, that I may love thee. If thou lovest Me... 6: O SON OF BEING! Thy Paradise is My love; thy heavenly home, reunion... 7: O SON OF MAN! If thou lovest Me, turn away from thyself; and if... 8: O SON OF SPIRIT! There is no peace for thee save by renouncing... 9: O SON OF BEING! My love is My stronghold; he that entereth therein... 10: O SON OF UTTERANCE! Thou art My stronghold; enter therein that... 11: O SON OF BEING! Thou art My lamp and My light is in thee.... 12: O SON OF BEING! With the hands of power I made thee and with... 13: O SON OF SPIRIT! I created thee rich, why dost thou bring thyself... 14: O SON OF MAN! Thou art My dominion and My dominion perisheth... 15: O SON OF UTTERANCE! Turn thy face unto Mine and renounce all save... 16: O SON OF LIGHT! Forget all save Me and commune with My spirit.... 17: O SON OF MAN! Be thou content with Me and seek no other... 18: O SON OF SPIRIT! Ask not of Me that which We desire not for thee,... 19: O SON OF THE WONDROUS VISION! I have breathed within thee a breath of My own... 20: O SON OF SPIRIT! My claim on thee is great, it cannot be forgotten.... 21: O SON OF MAN! Upon the tree of effulgent glory I have hung for... 22: O SON OF SPIRIT! Noble have I created thee, yet thou hast abased... 23: O SON OF THE SUPREME! To the eternal I call thee, yet thou dost seek that... 24: O SON OF MAN! Transgress not thy limits, nor claim that which... 25: O SON OF SPIRIT! Vaunt not thyself over the poor, for I lead him on... 26: O SON OF BEING! How couldst thou forget thine own faults and... 27: O SON OF MAN! Breathe not the sins of others so long as thou art... 28: O SON OF SPIRIT! Know thou of a truth: He that biddeth men be just... 29: O SON OF BEING! Ascribe not to any soul that which thou wouldst... 30: O SON OF MAN! Deny not My servant should he ask anything from... 31: O SON OF BEING! Bring thyself to account each day ere thou art... 32: O SON OF THE SUPREME! I have made death a messenger of joy to thee.... 33: O SON OF SPIRIT! With the joyful tidings of light I hail thee: rejoice!... 34: O SON OF SPIRIT! The spirit of holiness beareth unto thee the joyful... 35: O SON OF MAN! Sorrow not save that thou art far from Us. Rejoice... 36: O SON OF MAN!...

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Let's be clear from the start: This isn't a novel. If you're looking for a plot, you won't find one here. 'The Hidden Words' is something entirely different. It's presented as a collection of spiritual truths, revealed by Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith. Think of it as a series of short, intense conversations. The book is divided into two parts: one addressed to our spiritual reality from the 'Persian' tongue, and another from the 'Arabic' tongue. Each entry is a verse—sometimes just a line or two—that gets straight to the heart of things like love, detachment, justice, and our purpose.

Why You Should Read It

I picked this up knowing nothing about the Bahá'í Faith and was struck by its directness. There's no complicated theology to wade through. The language is simple, poetic, and feels incredibly personal. Lines like 'Thy heart is My home; sanctify it for My descent' stopped me in my tracks. It reads less like scripture and more like a loving, urgent reminder of who we are at our best. The themes are universal: be kind, be just, don't get lost in material things, see the divine in everyone. It's the kind of book you keep on your nightstand and read one or two verses from when the world feels too loud.

Final Verdict

This is a perfect book for seekers, poets, and anyone feeling a bit spiritually restless. If you enjoy the condensed wisdom of books like the 'Meditations' of Marcus Aurelius or the Tao Te Ching, you'll appreciate the format and depth here. It's also a brilliant, accessible entry point for anyone curious about the Bahá'í Faith. Just don't rush it. Let each of these 'hidden words' sit with you for a while. You might be surprised by what you find.

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