Rulers and Subjects
Baha'u'llah forbids tyranny and oppression in the most emphatic terms. In Hidden Words He writes: (90:6)

O Oppressors of Earth!
Withdraw your hands from tyranny, for I have pledged Myself not to forgive any man's injustice. This is My covenant which I have irrevocably decreed in the preserved tablet and sealed it with My seal of glory. (90:7)

Those entrusted with the framing and administration of laws and regulations must "hold fast to the rope of Consultation, and decide upon and execute that which is conducive to the people's security, affluence, welfare and tranquillity; for if matters be arranged otherwise, it will lead to discord and tumult." - Tablet of the World. (90:8)

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