Arohanui: Letters from Shoghi Effendi to New Zealand

Name: Arohanui: Letters from Shoghi Effendi to New Zealand
Author: Effendi Shoghi

By Effendi Shoghi

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About This Book

A curated collection presents letters, telegrams, and short statements addressed to Bahá'í individuals and institutions in New Zealand, gathered and arranged chronologically. The correspondence combines pastoral counsel, administrative guidance, and practical advice on community building alongside responses to doctrinal and social questions. Several telegrams and topical statements on matters such as alcohol, evolution, scouting, and the soul are included. Many letters were drafted by secretaries at the Guardian's direction, with selected passages in his own hand, and the volume is accompanied by editorial notes and an appendix clarifying references.

About the Author

Effendi Shoghi

Shoghi Effendi (1897–1957) was a prominent Bahá'í leader and the Guardian of the Bahá'í Faith, known for his pivotal role in the development and expansion of the religion during the mid-20th century. He was instrumental in articulating the principles of Bahá'í administration and promoting the teachings of Bahá'u'lláh. His notable works include "God Passes By," which provides a historical account of the Bahá'í Faith, and "The Advent of Divine Justice," which outlines the moral and spiritual responsibilities of Bahá'ís. Effendi's writings emphasize unity, justice, and the importance of community building, making significant contributions to the Bahá'í literary heritage.