128 MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES, LSA
(Residential Qualifications)
"...it is only too obvious that unless a member can attend regularly the meetings of his local Assembly, it would be impossible for him to discharge the duties incumbent upon him, and to fulfill his responsibilities, as a representative of the community. Membership in a Local Spiritual Assembly carries with it, indeed, an obligation and capacity to remain in close touch with local Baha'i activities, and ability to attend regularly the sessions of the Assembly." (48:1)

129 MEMORIAL OFFERINGS
"He feels sure this offering, expended in memory of your dear ones, will rejoice their spirits, and aid them to progress in the world beyond." (48:2)

130 MENTAL ILLNESS
"Regarding persons whose condition has not been defined by the civil authorities after medical diagnosis, the Assembly on the spot must investigate every case that arises and, after consultation with experts, deliver its verdict. Such a verdict, however, should, in important cases, be preceded by consultation with the NSA. No doubt, the power of prayer is very great, yet consultation with experts is enjoined by Baha'u'llah. Should these experts believe that an abnormal case exists, the withholding of voting rights is justified." (48:3)

131 MILITARY DUTY (Status of Baha'is in relation to)
"No change whatsoever (in) status (of) Baha'is (in) relation (to) active military duty. No compromise (of) spiritual principles (of) Faith possible however tense (the) situation, however aroused public opinion." (48:4)

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