When the Mashriqu’l-Adhkar was erected in Ishqabad, its
influence was felt in all the Oriental countries. Whosoever heard of it,
commenced an investigation of the Cause. Now, the Mashriqu’l-Adhkar of Ishqabad,
like an evident banner, waves in the world. And if in Chicago the Mashriqu’l-Adhkar
is established, even as in Ishqabad, then you will see what the recognition of
the Cause will do; particularly the arrangement of the Mashriqu’l-Adhkar is
such that it will exert the greatest effect upon the civilized world, for it
has many accessories. Among them are the following: A school for orphans; a
college for higher scientific education (or higher knowledge); a hospital; a
home for cripples; a hospice. When the Mashriqu’l-Adhkar, with its accessories,
be established in the world, aside from its religious or spiritual influence,
it will have a tremendous effect upon civilization. Aside from the religionists
who will feel its influence, materialists will not be exempt therefrom.
Moreover, it contains Divine wisdoms, spiritual effects upon the intellects and
thoughts. Subsequent to its erection these will become evident."
(‘Abdu’l-Baha, from a Tablet, Star of the West, vol. 1, no.
14, November 23, 1910)