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Under future topics, we will study the true standards of divine mission again. As we shall see, those standards are infinitely more reasonable and reliable than that of miraculous records. (1:23) If miracles are not proofs, then what purpose do they serve? Only this purpose: They can awaken the truth seekers. People will say, 'If someone is capable of doing these wonders, maybe I should look into his claim.' If used for this purpose, miracles serve a positive function: They awaken and move the slumbering masses to investigate the truth. (1:24) We are all attracted and impressed by the glamour of the magical and the miraculous. The popularity of magic throughout history is an evidence of this. As long as we use miracles for inspiration and motivation, we have not done wrong. It is the abuse that must be avoided. (1:25) References: 1. Selections from the Writings of the Bab, p. 122
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