It Is Evident That Every Age In Which A Manifestation
Sources: Gleanings From The Writings Of Baha'u'llahIt is evident that every age in which a Manifestation of God hath lived is
divinely ordained, and may, in a sense, be characterized as God's
appointed Day. This Day, however, is unique, and is to be distinguished
from those that have preceded it. The designation "Seal of the Prophets"
fully revealeth its high station. The Prophetic Cycle hath, verily, ended.
The Eternal Truth is now come. He hath lifted up the Ensign of Power, and
is now shedding upon the world the unclouded splendor of His Revelation.
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