One of the most consistent teachings of each of the great religions of humanity is the importance of calming our mind and heart in order to connect with ourselves and the world on a deeper level. “Be still and know that I am God” say the Psalms. This has never been more important than it is now- in our frenetic, information rich world- where the “transient” aspects of life are continuously thrust before our eyes. It’s easy to lose ourselves in it all.
To find the “eternal”, we need to do some shutting down of the “transient”. The passage below- a Hidden Word of Baha’u’llah- reflects this theme. It is presented musically by the Baha’i musician Grant Hindin Miller. Though the music is beautiful and aids in memorization, take some time to reflect on the meaning and depth of the words. Enjoy!
O SON OF DUST! Blind thine eyes, that thou mayest behold My beauty; stop thine ears, that thou mayest hearken unto the sweet melody of My voice; empty thyself of all learning, that thou mayest partake of My knowledge; and sanctify thyself from riches, that thou mayest obtain a lasting share from the ocean of My eternal wealth. Blind thine eyes, that is, to all save My beauty; stop thine ears to all save My word; empty thyself of all learning save the knowledge of Me; that with a clear vision, a pure heart and an attentive ear thou mayest enter the court of My holiness.
(Hidden Words of Baha’u’llah)
Music by New Zealand-based Baha’i musician Grant Hinden Miller. Entire album available for purchase at Bahaimusicstore.com. Photo by Vincent van Zalinge on Unsplash