The Baha'i House of Worship 2
There is a need today for a structure to be built
That incorporates the joy of the oneness of mankind.
That portrays the religions with love, as one most great foundation,
As chapters in one Book of God's most holy Plan.
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Chorus: The Baha'i House of Worship! The Mashriqu'l-Adhkar!
The Dawning-Point of the Praises of God! (repeat)
Of the Praises of God! (repeat chorus)
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The most great foundation of the world of humanity.
Centrally a place of worship, but connected there will be:
A "hospital", a "pilgrim's house", a "university"; A "school for the orphans" and a healing "pharmacy";
A "haven for the helpless", "a refuge for the poor and indigent."
The Dawning-Point of God's Blessed Remembrance.
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These Temples "inspiriteth the lovers of God"* , and delighteth their yearning hearts and souls.
The Dayspring of God's most widespread rays. Proclaimer of the signs of this glorious Day.
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We'll build a Mashriqu'l-Adhkar, one in every town.
One in every country; let's spread this love around. (repeat these two lines)
Thru sacrifice and lots of care, thru contributions from everywhere. (repeat)
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There is a need today for a structure to be built
That incorporates the joy of the oneness of mankind.
That portrays the religions with love, as one most great foundation,
As chapters in one Book of God's most holy Plan.
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Chorus: The Baha'i House of Worship! The Mashriqu'l-Adhkar!
The Dawning-Point of the Praises of God! (repeat)
Of the Praises of God! (repeat chorus)
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The most great foundation of the world of humanity.
Centrally a place of worship, but connected there will be:
A "relief for the suffering; a sustenance to the poor" and needy ones;
A "shelter to the wayfarer"; an "education" to honor everyone.
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We'll build a Mashriqu'l-Adhkar, one in every town.
One in every country; let's spread this love around. (repeat these two lines)
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The angels of confirmation will be following after you.
The hosts of reinforcement will be crowding before you.
(repeat verse one and chorus) * SAB: p.95