A distinguishing characteristic of Baha'i life is

A distinguishing characteristic of Baha'i life is the spirit of servitude to God. To labour in the arena of service, the individual draws upon his love for Baha'u'llah, the power of the Covenant, the dynamics of prayer, the inspiration and education derived from regular study of the Holy Texts, and the transformative forces that operate upon his soul as he strives to behave in accordance with the divine laws and principles.

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