This morning, as I was meditating, I was taken back for a few moments to my time in the Shrine of Abdu’l-Baha in Haifa.  The spirit I felt there was engulfing and I often feel the effects of those precious days on our Baha’i Pilgrimage.  The strength, joy and immense bliss one feels there are truly intense and I enjoy reminding myself daily of that special feeling that was ever-present when I was there.

One of my joys and wishes during my Pilgrimage was to be able to sing in the Shrines.  I had such a longing to do so (as I mentioned in my previous blog).  On one occasion, my mother and I had the rare privilege of being alone inside of the Shrine of Baha’u'llah for several minutes.  I stood near the Threshold looking into the room where Baha’u'llah was laid to rest and chanted prayers in several languages.  A feeling of exuberance came over me and such fulfilment!  I left the Shrine feeling so elated as my wish had been granted yet again.

So many of my friends and relatives were in my prayers in that sacred place.  Abdu’l-Baha wrote a beautiful passage regarding praying for others in the Shrines:

“There can be conceived no greater manifestation of love and kindness in the existent world today than this, that one should call to mind a loved one at the Sacred Threshold of Baha’u'llah, occupy oneself with his remembrance, and offer prayers for his well-being.  This is the greatest blessing and favor, the most perfect bounty and bestowal.” – Abdu’l-Baha

Tags: Baha'i Pilgrimage, Pilgrimage, prayers, Shrine of Baha'u'llah

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