September 12. On this date in 1985, the Universal House of Justice wrote "Hostility to the Faith is something all Bahá'ís can expect; how we react to it is of great importance."

 

September 12. On this date in 1985, the Universal House of Justice wrote "Hostility to the Faith is something all Bahá'ís can expect; how we react to it is of great importance."

Hostility to the Faith is something all Bahá'ís can expect; how we react to it is of great importance. You are urged to avoid confrontation and dissension; these would tend to increase the antagonism. Maintain a dignified and friendly attitude and, in order to put forward well-founded reasoning where indicated, make a point of becoming better informed about issues affecting Christianity and the Bahá'í Faith.

(In a letter written on behalf of the Universal House of Justice, 12 September 1985 to the National Spiritual Assembly of St. Vincent)