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  The Baha'i Community of Canada : La communaute baha'ie du Canada
John Aldham Robarts was born on 2 November 1901 in Waterloo, Ontario, to Aldham Wilson Robarts and Rachel Mary Montgomery Campbell Robarts.
John Robart's father was manager of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce in Port Arthur (now Thunder Bay), and it was here that John Robarts and his two older sisters completed their elementary schooling.
John travelled to many countries, but perhaps his most significant journey was the one he and Audrey Robarts made to Bechuanaland in Africa--a trip inspired by the Guardian in October 1953.
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  Hands of the Cause - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Hands of the Cause of God are a select group of Bahá'ís, appointed for life, whose main function is to propagate and protect the Bahá'í Faith on the international level.
There were fifty Hands of the Cause in all, four named by Bahá'u'lláh, four by `Abdu'l-Bahá and forty-two by Shoghi Effendi (including ten posthumously).
Second Appointment of Hands of the Cause - Announcement of the second contingent, appointing 7 new hands in 1952.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hands_of_the_Cause   (395 words)

  
 The Erring Hands on Trial
The Hands, in doing away with the Guardianship, have done away with the nobility, including their own Institution as well, as future Hands can only be appointed by the Guardian and therefore they have turned the Faith over exclusively to the rank and file.
Hand of the Cause Sears said that I had opposed the Guardian for two years, and that I was causing a division in the Faith.
He asked where the Hands obtained their authority to expel individuals from the community and then cited the passage in the Will and Testament which says that the Hands of the Cause of God must be ever watchful and to cast out anyone who opposes or protests against the Guardian.
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 Richard Robarts - Biography
Robarts began competing in an Aston Martin Lagonda in 1969, but by year's end he had already moved into single seater racing in Formula Ford 1600 in a Ginetta chassis, continuing in 1970 without any particular achievements.
Robarts had actually qualified the car 25th, but his team-mate, Danish pilot Tom Belso, had destroyed his Iso Marlboro in practice.
Three rounds later, Robarts turned up at Hockenheim with a March 762, still with a Hart engine, but an electrical fire in the first heat meant that he did not take the start for the second, and was thus not classified as a finisher overall.
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 The Bahá'í World Volume 18: Table of Contents
The Hands of the Cause of God and the Extension of their Functions into the Future: A. The Rulers and the Learned..............................................................
Hands of the Cause who Represented the Universal House of Justice at Conventions for the election of New National Spiritual Assemblies 1979-1983................................
A Tribute to the Hands of the Cause, by Lilian 'Alá'í.............................................
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 Hands of the Cause - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
Hands of the Cause - Encyclopedia, History, Geography and Biography
As of March 2006 there is only one living Hand of the Cause - Dr. Varqá.
Twenty-seven Hands were alive when Shoghi Effendi passed away in 1957.
www.arikah.com /encyclopedia/Hand_of_the_Cause_of_God   (460 words)

  
 U N I T Y
Hand of the Cause George Townshend; The Bab; Mount Carmel.
Although this talk was recorded as far back as 1968 it is a historic lecture on the history of the UN and is perhaps even more relevant today as it was 23 years ago.
How to raise "Life-blood" for the Cause is a constant question in the minds and hearts of individuals and communities alike.
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 Notes on Baha'i Faith History
Under the provisions of the Will and Testament of 'Abdu'l-Bahá, the Guardian appointed thirty-two hands of the Cause to be leaders in propogation of the Bahá'í Teachings and, starting in 1957, also in defense of the Covenant.
Soon the Hands of the Cause of God assumed custodianship of the Faith's global affairs until election of the Universal House of Justice.
November 1961: A conclave of the Hands of the Cause issued a call for the first election of the Universal House of Justice to be held during Ridván 1963.
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 The History of England (B) - Chapter VII. (By John Lingard)
They represented to the king the injury which it did to the royal cause in England, where the appearances at least of morality were so highly respected; and, after several temporary separations, they prevailed on Walters to accept[a] an annuity of four hundred pounds, and to repair with her child to her native country.
Neither could the “visible hand of God” be alleged in the present case; for the visible hand of God had eradicated the government by a single person as clearly as that by a king.
Their cause they considered the cause of God; if they fought, it was for his glory; if they conquered, it was by the might of his arm.
www.authorama.com /history-of-england-b-3.html   (16237 words)

  
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HAND OF THE CAUSE SIEGFRIED SCHOPFLOCHER The loss of the dear Hand of the Cause, Freddie Schopflocher+E16, is going to be much felt.
The spirit of the Cause will be stifled, the initiative of the friends killed, and the teaching work come to a stand-still if the friends are continually hemmed in by instructions.
William Sutherland Maxwell--architect of the Shrine of the Bab, appointed a Hand of the Cause of God in 1951, died in Montreal in 1952.
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 BWNS: Royal welcome at jubilee gathering in Samoa
She spoke of her admiration for the Samoan people, told historical anecdotes, and described visits by Hands of the Cause of God Ugo Giachery, Abu'l Qasim Faizi, and Enoch Olinga.
Madame Ruhiyyih Rabbani, a Hand of the Cause of God, (right) is greeted by the Head of State of Samoa, His Highness Susuga Malietoa Tanumafili II, and his wife, Masiofo Lili Tuni Malietoa, at the dedication of the Samoan Temple, 1984.
Madame Ruhiyyih Rabbani (front row, left), a Hand of the Cause of God, listening to an address by the Head of State of Samoa, His Highness Susuga Malietoa Tanumafili II, in the Baha'i Temple during the dedication ceremony, 1984.
www.bahaiworldnews.org /story.cfm?storyid=337   (2154 words)

  
 Bahá'í Media Bank
Hand of the Cause of God Collis Featherstone (center) and Mrs.
Hand of the Cause of God Enoch Olinga, with a local baby, on...
Madame Ruhiyyih Rabbani, a Hand of the Cause and the widow of...
media.bahai.org /subjects/people/institutions/hands_activitie?first=37   (152 words)

  
 Wills of the Hooper families
St Enoder 27 January 1797 Bond upon the Admion of the Goods etc of Walter Hooper deced granted to Ann Hooper the Widow and Relict of the said deced The Admix was sworn before Edmund Gilbert, Clerk.
Also I give unto my Sons John Hooper and Joseph Hooper the Sum of One Shilling each Also I give unto my dearly beloved Wife all and singular the Goods and Furniture in the House wherein I now dwell.
St Enoder 1st May 1844 Bond Upon the Administration of the Goods etc of William Hooper Farmer deceased granted to Thomas Hooper the Son and one of the next of kin of the said deceased The Administrator was sworn before Charles Grylls Clerk AB Surrogate Effects sworn under £50 Died in May 1842 Stamp 10/-....
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 hand organ - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about hand organ
Portable pipe organ, played by turning a handle, or occasionally by a clockwork mechanism.
The barrel organ was a common entertainment and parish church instrument in England during the 18th and 19th centuries.
This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.
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 The Bahaâi Bah‡`’ World, Vol. 18, Part 4:  The Work and Travels of the Hands of the Cause
HE Hands of the Cause of God, freed in 1968 of administrative duties, were able increasingly to devote their efforts to serving as standard-bearers for the Bah‡`’s of the world in support of the teaching activities launched by National Spiritual Assemblies and other institutions of the Bah‡`’ Faith.
Olinga's grave adjoins that of the Hand of the Cause Mœs‡ Ban‡n’.
Two Hands of the Cause, John Robarts, who acted as chairman for the occasion, and Dr. `Al’-Muhammad Varq‡, were present on the podium with Amatu'l-Bah‡; her moving tribute in memory of her distinguished co-worker and `life-long friendâ deeply touched the audience of over five hundred Bah‡`’s who were present.
bahai-library.com /books/bw18/481-514.html   (15935 words)

  
 thehealthline.ca - Dr. Joaquin Madrenas, Robarts Research Institute, London
After a stint at the prestigious National Institutes of Health in the U.S., he returned to Canada, joining the faculty of the University of Western Ontario and the Robarts Research Institute.
When your body is injured, Madrenas explains, it increases the flow of blood to the injured area, causing swelling, redness and pain — a condition called inflammation.
In some cases, chronic bacterial or viral infections can cause chronic levels of inflammation in the body, contributing to the development of heart disease and other illnesses.
www.thehealthline.ca /viewstory.asp?storyid=128   (774 words)

  
 Port Perry / Scugog Twp. Heritage Gallery   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
John Orde of J. Orde Marine, was elected president of the Port Perry Chamber of Commerce., Dr. John Price, Peel's Poultry Farm, vice president; Jim Porter, CIBC mgr, 2nd vice-pres.; and Howard Hall secretary treasurer.
John Foy, who in 1856 was the first township clerk, was owned by Mr.
John Ballard were presented with their last Brownie badges, bringing the total to 23 for both of them.
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 Ceres, McKean Co., PA
John King kept the post-office where William K. King now resides; Cooper's old saw-mill, where Franklin Van Wormer's large mills are now situated, and the Youngs' mill, where is now the Minor mill, were in operation; the Methodists had a class here, which has been continued to the present time.
John Robarts was a trader here for a number of years; also Simpson and Barber, C.
Robarts is named as leader of the Bell's run class, with Elisha B. West local preacher; A.
www.paintedhills.org /MCKEAN/CERES/ceresbeers.htm   (1026 words)

  
 Bahá'í Reference Library - Messages to Canada, Pages 60-61
in his prayers that they may keep on deepening in their devotion and love for the Cause, and that also they may receive ever-widening opportunities of promoting its truth, and of extending its foundations in their centre.
John and Audrey Robarts—John was a member of the National Spiritual Assembly from 1948–53.
In 1957 John Robarts was appointed a Hand of the Cause of God.
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 SHOGHI EFFENDI’S WORDS ON THE DESTINY OF EVERY SOUL   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Shoghi Effendi’s words are also particularly appropriate in the light of the Most Great Violation that was destined to take place subsequent to his passing and, ironically enough, was first perpetrated by the Hands of the Cause that he had but recently elevated to their station.
"John Robarts [then Hand of the Cause] told of an episode that Amatu’l-Bahá Khánum had related: When she [Mary Maxwell] first married Shoghi Effendi and came to live in that holy spot, she thought being under the shadow of that blessed Tree, that the destiny of her soul would be safe and secure.
But Shoghi Effendi told her that the destiny of her soul lay in the palm of her own hand.
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 Baha'i History of the United Kingdom
John C. and Hester Ann Craven, and Sarah Ridgeway, the Bahá'í Faith developed in the Manchester area.
John E. Esslemont (q.v.), who was the medical superintendent of a tuberculosis clinic, became a Bahá'í in early 1915.
Four members of the British Bahá'í community have been named Hands of the Cause (Esslemont, Townshend, Balyuzi, and Ferraby); Clara and Hyde Dunn (q.v.) who opened Australia to the Bahá'í Faith were British-born, as was Honor Kempton (q.v.), the "spiritual mother" of both Alaska and Luxembourg.
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 Bahai News - Drumming and dancing in delight
Those pioneering Baha'is were remembered as the program, chaired by master of ceremonies, Jonah Mungoshi, began with a slide show depicting the Baha'is who established the Faith in Zimbabwe (previously called Southern Rhodesia).
The most prominent of all the Baha'is who resided in the country was John Robarts, who was appointed by Shoghi Effendi as a Hand of the Cause in 1957.
Robarts served as a member of the National Spiritual Assembly of South and West Africa until 1959.
www.uga.edu /bahai/2004/040125.html   (1250 words)

  
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Cause of delay in sending the enclosed letter; has at last closed his accounts with his associates in the Ohio purchase.
Is himself a strong well-wisher for the Amercian cause; has inspired a certain officer in the service of his Serene Highness with a strong desire of embarking on the American side; his friend's fitness for the work; recommends him to Franklin.
No infidelity to his own King (of Servia) is the cause of his desire to serve the American cause, but a hope that by experience and travel he will be more worthy of his Sovereign.
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 BurtonCoast2Coast
John Burton owned Longfield Plantation and was referred to as "John of Longfield." Source: "A History of a Colonial Land Patent" 1639-1864 Ancestral Home of Thomas Burton from 1656-1685.
John Burton (Son of Nowell and Judith) Captain of the Militia of Cumberland County, Virginia.
John Paul Jones is considered to be the father of the American Navy.
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 Epistle #3 Dr. Jensen to Pepe October 7, to December 7, 1989   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
They borrowed the theology of the Covenant-breaking hands in which they state that when: 'Abdu'l-Baha called Mason Remey his son, this was only meant a spiritual son.
When Mason declared the Hands of the faith and all that followed them in their violation "Covenant-breakers,"[18] it had no affect upon the mass of the believers or the Israeli government because it was the decision of just the President of the IBC, and not that of a Baha'i Religious Court (an activated IBC).
Four months before he passed on he sent a very berating cablegram against the "Hands" and the NSA that was read at the Temple in Wilmette in a conference called by him.
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 Commentary on UHJ Letter of April 7, 1999
In this same spirit of forbearance the Universal House of Justice has intervened in the current situation only to the extent that has been unavoidable, trusting to the good sense and the goodwill of the believers involved to awaken to the spiritual dangers to which they are exposing themselves.
Robarts had been an insurance salesman, and had something of the tent preacher about him.
As for the truly horrifying idea that Baha'is have *no* human rights in their own religion, Baha'u'llah suffered from lack of due process at the hands of the Ottoman state (headed by the Muslim Caliph, the equivalent of the Universal House of Justice, divinely sanctioned and unchallengeable in his society).
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 Biography of Hand of the Cause of God Mr. Louis George Gregory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
In compensation for his life of toil, patient submission, repeated robberies of the most aggravated kind and murderous neglect, James was given by John Ardinburgh, a grandson of the old Colonel, fl paint for James' coffin and a jug of whiskey for his current slaves at the internment.
These factors cause us to remember that our being born in America was an act of fate stemming from the separation of our foreparents from Africa; not by choice, but by force.
LOUIS GREGORY "Hand of the Cause of God" Hands of the Cause of God, "manifest the fear of God in their conduct, manner, deeds and words.
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 VAX
The causes of back pain and their relationship to this therapy are also discussed.
The causes of mechanical low back pain may include degenerative disc disease, degenerative spondylosis with limitation of range of motion, facet arthropathy, relative lateral recess stenosis from a combination of the above, microenvironment presure changes affecting the thecal and epidural space from disc bulging, subligamentous and/or extruded herniation, and segmental instability.
Their measurements show pressure changes caused by positioning and posture range between 25 and 275 mm Hg, suggesting that some positions and postures may be inadvisable for patients suffering from lumbar disc lesions.
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 Ampleforth Baha'i Summer School Administration Details
John Parris's keynote course on Monday & Tuesday will be based on the Universal House of Justice's paper on ' Whose writing the Future?' Reflections on the twentieth Century.
Nina Robarts talk, "A Morning With Hand of the Cause of God John Robarts" will be on Sunday morning.
For it is not preaching and rules the world wants, but love and action." This course will draw into Baha'i teachings, history and stories about love and action to see how we can improve our capacity to reach out to people in all strata of society and in every ethnic group.
www.jenks.demon.co.uk /ampsk.htm   (639 words)

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