Sequential excerpts (including footnotes) from ‘The Dawn-Breakers’ by Nabil-i-‘Azam, translated and edited by Shoghi Effendi

October 21, 2025

Quddús “affectionately received” Mullá Husayn and “washed the blistered skin” of Mullá Husayn’s feet

Upon his arrival in that city, Mullá usayn went directly to the home of Quddús and was affectionately received by him. Quddús himself waited upon his guest, and did his utmost to provide whatever seemed necessary for his comfort. With his own hands he removed the dust, and washed the blistered skin of his feet. He offered him the seat of honour in the company of his assembled friends, and introduced, with extreme reverence, each of the believers who had gathered to meet him. 

- Nabil (‘The Dawn-Breakers’ chapter 14)