Likewise know that the principles of Christianity and the Commandments of Baha'u'llah are identical and their paths are the same.

Every day there is progress; there was a time when this divine institution (of progressive revelation) was in embryo, then newborn, then a child, then an intellectual youth; but today it is resplendent with beauty and shining with the greatest brilliancy.
Happy is he who penetrates the mystery and takes his place in the world of the illumined ones.
The Last Will and Testament of 'Abdu'l-Baha With the passing of its beloved leader, 'Abdu'l-Baha, the Baha'i Faith entered on a new phase of its history.

This new phase represents a higher state in the existence of the same spiritual organism, a more mature and consequently a more responsible expression of the faith felt by its members.

'Abdu'l-Baha had devoted His superhuman energy and unique capacity to the task of spreading His love for Baha'u'llah throughout the East and West.

He had lighted the candle of faith in countless souls.