..'Abdul-Baha assumed the position which His father had clearly indicated for Him as head of the Cause and authoritative Interpreter of His teachings, but this was resented by certain of His relatives and others.. they tried to stir up dissensions among the believers, and, failing in that, proceeded to make various false charges.. to the Turkish Government (55:2)

In accordance with instructions received from His father, 'Abdul-Baha was erecting a building.. which was intended to be the permanent resting-place of the remains of the Bab.. They represented.. that.. (it) was intended as a fort.. to defy the Government.. (55:3)

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Baha'u'llah & the New Era
J. Esslemont