- Observing the Fast When You Are Not to Abstain from Food, by Duane L. Herrmann (1989). What meaning can the Fast have if one is not able to observe it? The spiritual and symbolic natures of the Fast remain.
- Radiant Acquiescence, by Orcella Rexford (1937-09). "Radiant acquiescence" (ridá') means not only to give up your will to the Divine Will, but to do so joyfully and with radiance, knowing it is the best way in the end.
- Tablet of Purity, by Abdu'l-Bahá Bahá'í World Centre, trans. (1978). Emphasizing purity, cleanliness, and abstinence from harmful habits, linking physical refinement to spiritual growth.
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