It is natural for the heart and spirit to take pleasure and
enjoyment in all things that show forth symmetry, harmony, and perfection. For
instance: a beautiful house, a well-designed garden, a symmetrical line, a
graceful motion, a well written book, pleasing garments—in fact, all things
that have in themselves grace or beauty are pleasing to the heart and spirit…
- 'Abdu'l-Baha (Words of ‘Abdu’l-Baha, recorded by Mary Lucas during her pilgrimage in 1905;
‘A Brief Account of My Visit to Acca’, by Mary Lucas)
