The Worlds of God by -U.S.Baha'i National Ref Library Committee- 5 Para

If "souls... sacrifice self, become detached from the perfections of the realm of man and free from the shackles of this ephemeral world, assuredly the splendors of the rays of the divine union shall shine in their hearts, and in the eternal paradise they shall find ideal relationship, union and happiness." (Bwf 373) (84:4)

"O Son of Spirit! Burst thy cage asunder, and even as the phoenix of love soar into the firmament of holiness. Renounce thyself and, filled with the spirit of mercy, abide in the realm of celestial sanctity." (Hwp 35) (84:5)

"The station of absolute self- surrender transcendeth, and will ever remain exalted above, every other station." (Gl 338) (84:6)

"Become servants of the heavenly kingdom, captives in the service of the Will of God. This captivity is freedom, this sacrifice is glorification... For service... is unity with God." (Pup 181) (84:7)

"Deliver your souls, O people, from the bondage of self, and purify them from all attachment to anything besides Me." "When one is released form the prison of self, that is indeed freedom! For self is the greatest prison." (Bwf 122; Dal 70) (84:8)

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