'Abdu'l-Bahá in New York -- Part 1 ARRIVAL

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The Story of 'Abdu'l-Bahá's Visit to New York City in 1912 -- PowerPoint presentation given by Hussein Ahdieh at the ‘Irfán Colloquium, Louhelen Bahá'í School, Davison Michigan, October 7-10, 2011.

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The Story of ‘Abdu'l-Bahá's Visit to New York City in 1912 Presented by Hussein Ahdieh for the The ‘Irfán Colloquium #107 Louhelen Bahá'í School, Davison Michigan October 7-10, 2011 PART 1 © 2011 Hussein Ahdieh

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PART 1 Arrival

The Master boarded the S.S. Cedric in Alexandria, Egypt on March 25, 1912 headed for the port of New York. :

The Master boarded the S.S. Cedric in Alexandria, Egypt on March 25, 1912 headed for the port of New York.

The S.S. Cedric was capable of carrying nearly 3,000 passengers. :

The S.S. Cedric was capable of carrying nearly 3,000 passengers.

‘Abdu’l-Bahá would not accept the American believers suggestion that He travel on the Titanic :

‘Abdu’l-Bahá would not accept the American believers suggestion that He travel on the Titanic

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“ No, we will go direct, trusting in the assistance and protection of the Blessed Beauty. He is the True Protector and the Divine Keeper”

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Later when the tragic news of the sinking of the Titanic reached the friends and believers, they were exceedingly grateful that He had not accepted their suggestion. MD p10

He had chosen instead to remain on the Cedric, later saying to a companion that “His heart had not directed Him to accept the Titanic ticket.” :

He had chosen instead to remain on the Cedric, later saying to a companion that “His heart had not directed Him to accept the Titanic ticket.”

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A few days after `Abdu'l-Bahá arrived in America, the Titanic was lost at sea. ( April 15, 1912 )

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“ I was greatly affected by this disaster. Some of those who were lost, voyaged on the Cedric with us as far as Naples and afterwards sailed upon the other ship. When I think of them I am very sad indeed.” - The Promulgation of Universal Peace, pp. 46-48

WSL Cedric – built in 1903 Bio for those who follow ship stories ! :

WSL Cedric – built in 1903 Bio for those who follow ship stories ! Built in 1903 by Harland & Wolff.

The Cedric was a ship that the Managing Director of the IMM and President of the White Star Line, Mr. J. Bruce Ismay,wanted held over in New York to transport surviving Titanic crew members back to the U.K. :

The Cedric was a ship that the Managing Director of the IMM and President of the White Star Line, Mr. J. Bruce Ismay,wanted held over in New York to transport surviving Titanic crew members back to the U.K. However, the Cedric sailed on without them due to their mandated appearances for testimony at the U.S. Inquiry.

The Cedric was the only one of the four ships to be equipped with Welin davits in place of radials. :

The Cedric was the only one of the four ships to be equipped with Welin davits in place of radials. When the Titanic sank in April 1912, The Cedric was in NYC and her departure was delayed until the Carpathia arrived with Titanic survivors, including crew members not required for the Court of Enquiry, who wished to travel back to Liverpool.

WSL Cedric – scrapped in 1932 :

WSL Cedric – scrapped in 1932 In November 1914 she was requisitioned for war service and converted into an Armed Merchant Cruiser for service with the 10th Cruiser Squadron.

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She operated on 'A' patrol with the Teutonic. Decommissioned in 1916, the Cedric was converted into a troopship for operations initially to Egypt and then to the USA.

In April 1917 her operation came under the auspices of the Liner Requisition Scheme. :

In April 1917 her operation came under the auspices of the Liner Requisition Scheme.

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On 29th January 1918 whilst in convoy HG 27 she rammed into the Canadian Pacific's Montreal off Morcambe Bay. The Montreal was taken in tow but sank the next day 14 miles from the Mersey Bar lightship.

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She was returned to her owner in September 1919 and refitted by Harland & Wolff. In 1923 she collided with Cunard's Scythia off Ireland.

STATUE OF LIBERTY 1912 :

STATUE OF LIBERTY 1912

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‘Abdu’l-Bahá visited America in 1912 arriving in New York on the morning of April 11th

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New York City welcomed ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

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Religious Congregations Peace Societies and Universities vied to invite Him

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Bahá’ís followed Him from place to place

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Reporters interviewed the Master and published their accounts for all to see.

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Kahlil Gibran, celebrated Lebanese poet and painter who lived across the street from Juliet Thompson, created this beautiful charcoal pencil portrait of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá - April , 1912 ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

‘Abdu’l-Bahá is not “ The Prophet of the East”although the newspapers mentioned Him as being a prophet. :

‘Abdu’l-Bahá is not “ The Prophet of the East”although the newspapers mentioned Him as being a prophet.

The Master said: :

The Master said: “I am not a prophet: I am a servant of God. My name is ‘Abdu’l-Bahá ( The servant of Bahá )

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Still the newspapers referred to Him as “ The Prophet of the East” and the “Messenger of Peace” MD p39

‘Abdu'l-Bahá Press Coverage NY 1912 :

‘Abdu'l-Bahá Press Coverage NY 1912

Ansonia Hotel where ‘Abdu'l-Bahá stayed upon His arrival in NYC :

Ansonia Hotel where ‘Abdu'l-Bahá stayed upon His arrival in NYC Broadway and 73rd Street, New York City - now designated a landmark.

‘Abdu'l-Bahá NYC 1912 :

‘Abdu'l-Bahá NYC 1912

Ansonia Hotel 2109 Broadway :

Ansonia Hotel 2109 Broadway

‘Abdu'l-Bahá NYC 1912 :

‘Abdu'l-Bahá NYC 1912

Siyyid Asad’u’llah-I-Qumi :

Siyyid Asad’u’llah-I-Qumi Persian translator and secretary to ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

Some of the Bahá'ís of Greater NY 1898 -1899, who eagerly awaited His visit :

Some of the Bahá'ís of Greater NY 1898 -1899, who eagerly awaited His visit

Some of the Tarbiat School students received scholarships from NY friends. :

Some of the Tarbiat School students received scholarships from NY friends.

Edward Kinney and family with ‘Abdu'l-Bahá :

Edward Kinney and family with ‘Abdu'l-Bahá The Master’s first meeting with the friends was at the home of the Kinney’s. Edward was given the name “Safá” or Purity and his wife was given the name “Vafá” or Faithfulness by ‘Abdu’l-Bahá Footnote: 239 days p 214 Ch2 #2

Howard MacNutt :

Howard MacNutt Lawyer, company executive and early NY Bahá'í learned of the Faith In January 1898. He and his wife, Mary became the nucleus of the Faith in Brooklyn, 1902. They established Feast In NY after observing one In ‘Akká, May 1905MD p 445

Arthur Pillsbury Dodge :

Arthur Pillsbury Dodge Lawyer, publisher and inventor who was chosen the first president of the NYC Bahá’í Community

Fred Mortensen :

Fred Mortensen Juvenile delinquent who became a Bahá'í through his lawyer, Albert Hall, and who “rode the rods” to see ‘Abdu'l-Bahá. He spent many years teaching the faith across the United States. MD p 47

John and Louise Bosch :

John and Louise Bosch

John and Louise Boschtraveled to New York from Californiato see ‘Abdu'l-Bahá :

John and Louise Boschtraveled to New York from Californiato see ‘Abdu'l-Bahá

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Mr. Bosch, formerly a wine-maker, changed his profession after becoming a Bahá'í.

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His property at Geyserville, CA was used as a permanent Bahá'í summer school from 1927, and was deeded to the American National Spiritual Assembly in 1936. See Bahá'í World vol.11, pp 488-94

Anton Haddad :

Anton Haddad Ibrahim Kheiralla’s friend and business partner. Probably the first Bahá'í to travel to North America.

Reverend T.K. Cheney :

Reverend T.K. Cheney Theologian

Mirza Mahmud Zarqani :

Mirza Mahmud Zarqani Hooper Harris HarlanOber Ibn-i-Akbar Hand of the Cause

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Ali Kuli Khan ‘Abdu'l-Bahá Madame Florence Khan

Mrs. A.P. Dodge Anton Haddad Mirza Raffie, Arthur P. Dodge,Dr. Getsinger :

Mrs. A.P. Dodge Anton Haddad Mirza Raffie, Arthur P. Dodge,Dr. Getsinger Madame A. C. Pote , Thornton Chase, ‘Abdu’l-Karim, Mrs. Lua Getsinger Home of Arthur P. Dodge, 55 West 95 Street, NYC, 1901

Dr. Getsinger :

Dr. Getsinger Mrs. Lua Getsinger

O Ye Beloved friends of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá :

O Ye Beloved friends of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá You have written that there is a difference among believers concerning the “Second Coming of Christ.” Praise be to God!

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Time and again this question hath arisen and its answer hath emanated in a clear and irrefutable text from the pen of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá

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that what is meant in the prophecies by the “Lord of Hosts,” andthe “Promised Christ” is the Blessed Perfection: Bahá'u'lláh and His Highness the Supreme: The Bab.

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The faith of everyone must revolve around this palpable and evident text.

The Master explained the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh in every gathering :

The Master explained the teachings of Bahá’u’lláh in every gathering

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Again and again He gave examples, told stories, chanted prayers, thoroughly explained and exhorted the writings while patiently demonstrating the teachings of the Bahá'í Faith to the believers and friends in America.

Most days He gave at least three talks! :

Most days He gave at least three talks!

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He loved to take daily walks in a secluded area along Riverside drive.

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Sometimes He would “sleep on the grass” to take “a few minutes to rest.”

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“ When I am alone, exhaustion is removed and I am relaxed, ” He said.

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Sometimes, He allowed the friends to go with Him to this “hallowed spot.” ( “His garden” )

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‘Abdu’l-Bahá walking along Riverside Park near “His Garden”

‘Abdu’l-Bahá :

‘Abdu’l-Bahá

Verily Thou art the generous! :

Verily Thou art the generous! Verily, Thou art the Almighty. Verily, Thou art the Clement, the Merciful.

O my God! O my God ! :

O my God! O my God ! Verily Thou seest those who are present here turning to Thee, supplicating Thee, relying upon Thee.

O my Lord! O my Lord! :

O my Lord! O my Lord! Illumine their eyes by the light of guidance, and brighten their hearts with the rays shining from the Supreme Concourse.

O my God! O my God ! :

O my God! O my God ! Suffer them to become the signs of Thy bestowal amongst the people, the standards of Thy power within mankind.

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Ms. Phillips Studio 36 W. 67th ST. New York ‘Abdu’l-Bahá spoke here in the evening to a packed studio. In the afternoon He spoke at the MacNutt’s. In the morning He greeted friends and believers at His hotel. Evening of April 12, 1912 studio of Ms. Phillips

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MacNutt Home 935 Eastern Parkway Brooklyn NY ‘Abdu’l-Bahá spoke here in the afternoon. Howard MacNutt compiled addresses of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá into a book, later called “The Promulgation of Universal Peace”. A film of the Master was made at this location later in June. April 12, 1912 home of Mr. And Mrs. Howard MacNutt

Church of the Ascension5th Avenue and 10th Street Sunday, April 14, 1912 :

Church of the Ascension5th Avenue and 10th Street Sunday, April 14, 1912 where The Master gave His first address in New York City “ For now we see through a glass darkly , but then face to face…”

Church of the Ascension5thAvenue and 10th Street Sunday, April 14, 1912 :

Church of the Ascension5thAvenue and 10th Street Sunday, April 14, 1912 “The light of truth has heretofore been seen dimly through variegated glasses, but now the splendors of divinity shall be visible through the transient mirrors of pure hearts and spirits…”

Interior church of the Ascension – the first church in America where He gave a talk on Divine Civilization. He was well received. :

Interior church of the Ascension – the first church in America where He gave a talk on Divine Civilization. He was well received.

Controversy followed His talk at the Church of the Ascension April 15th :

Controversy followed His talk at the Church of the Ascension April 15th

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The church Rector, Dr. Percy Grant, was a personal friend of Juliet Thompson.

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‘Abdu’l-Baha accepted his offer to speak over and above 13 other such similar invitations.

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Dr. Grant opened the service with the reading of prophecies pointing to Bahá’u’lláh & 13 Corinthians.

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The Master entered in a kingly manner, the beautifully decorated chancel to the thunder of organ music and the triumphant singing of “Jesus Lives” and holding His hand, Dr. Grant lead Him to the Bishop’s chair.

Mountfort Mills :

Mountfort Mills Eminent lawyer who became a Bahá'í in 1906. He was the first chairman of the National Spiritual Assembly of the United States and Canada. He prepared the final draft of the Declaration of Trust and By-Laws of the National Spiritual Assembly in 1927. MD p 447

West End Ave., Home of Mountfort Mills :

West End Ave., Home of Mountfort Mills

LOOK FOR USin the near future at … :

LOOK FOR USin the near future at … www.AbdulBahainNewYork.org Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the visit of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá to America