Bahá’í Explorations

This quote from ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, a central figure in the Bahá’í Faith, highlights the concept of divine guidance and protection. It reflects the belief that God, as the ultimate shepherd, watches over humanity with kindness and care. The metaphor of mankind as sheep suggests a relationship of trust and dependence, where individuals look to God for direction and sustenance. This imagery is prevalent in many religious traditions, emphasizing the nurturing and protective nature of the divine. In essence, it encourages believers to seek comfort in their faith, trusting that they are under the benevolent watch of a loving creator.

And among the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh is the oneness of the world of humanity; that all human beings are the sheep of God and He is the kind Shepherd.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá, “Selections from the Writings of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá”, 227.8

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The Divine cares for every individual with equal tenderness, regardless of their creed.

Let your vision be world-embracing…” — Bahá’u’lláh