Concept Of Time And The Alpha And Omega.

But human knowledge cannot ever ascend past the concept of time. It is bound to time. To gain knowledge beyond this realm requires an Alpha and an Omega! The knowledge given to the Manifestations of God transcends time. Using the divine economy theory it is possible to appreciate Their contributions to the story of human evolution.

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Creating An Environment Of Liberty And Justice.

Divine economy theory has a role to play in the spiritual, social, and intellectual development of individuals for many reasons. First of all, it is comprehensive of all disciplines from its very beginning to its end. It is all about creating an environment of liberty and justice so that the flow of knowledge is always at its maximum. “It is essential that scholars and the spiritually learned should undertake in all sincerity and purity of intent and for the sake of God alone, to counsel and exhort the masses and clarify their vision with that collyrium which is knowledge.” [157]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, pp. 101-2.

[157] Abdu'l-Baha, The Secret of Divine Civilization, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1990), p. 39.

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Taking Charge of Development.

Peace and prosperity are imminent. “A higher standard of living also brings about a higher standard of culture and civilization.” [156] Each step along the way raises the capacity of the population to take charge of its own spiritual, social, and intellectual development.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 101.

[156] Ludwig von Mises, Economic Policy: Thoughts for Today and Tomorrow, The Third Edition, (Ludwig von Mises Institute, 2006), pp. 89-90.

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Justice And Liberty Nurture The Human Reality.

Justice protects the human reality and liberty allows for the expression of the human reality. In an environment of liberty and justice the ultimate end of social cooperation is attained again and again as part of the process of an ever-advancing civilization.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 100.

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Justice Implies Strengthening Weaknesses.

Yet it would be a mistake to think that religion or these sciences are complete – because knowledge is infinite. Ours is the honor to pursue it. Divine economy theory found weaknesses in macroeconomics and microeconomics and in the link between ethics and economics and it found a very weak theoretical connection between law and economics.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, pp. 99-100.

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Social Code Essentials!

Impelled by the spirit of the age and the needs of the times we voluntarily choose theocracy. “Does not the very operation of the world-unifying forces that are at work in this age necessitate that He Who is the Bearer of the Message of God in this day should not only reaffirm that self-same exalted standard of individual conduct inculcated by the Prophets gone before Him, but embody in His appeal, to all governments and peoples, the essentials of that social code, that Divine Economy, which must guide humanity's concerted efforts in establishing that all-embracing federation which is to signalize the advent of the Kingdom of God on this earth?” [154]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 96.

[154] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 60.

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A Priori Knowledge Of The Oneness Of Humankind.

Evidence shows that people are moving all around the world such that ‘one human race’ is becoming a priori knowledge not requiring a second thought, setting the stage for this next development in the evolution of the principle of the oneness of humankind. The fragmented and parochial laws cannot suffice. Appropriately, law is what God delivers to us through His Manifestation. “The Laws of God are not imposition of will, or of power, or pleasure, but the resolutions of truth, reason and justice.” [153]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 96.

[153] Abdu'l-Baha, Paris Talks, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1995), p. 154.

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Organic Change In The Structure Of Present-Day Society.

The oneness of the logical structure of all of us binds us together and our conclusion – worldwide – is that there is and there needs to be an organic change in the structure of present-day society. This knowledge is deeper than it has ever been before and it is precisely from this kind of heartfelt experience and thought that a new civilization begins.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 94.

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Flexibility Combined With Rock-Solid Stability.

The beauty of an organic and divine system is its flexibility combined with its rock-solid stability. The system of Baha’u’llah “will, as its component parts, its organic institutions, begin to function with efficiency and vigor, assert its claim and demonstrate its capacity to be regarded not only as the nucleus but the very pattern of the New World Order destined to embrace in the fullness of time the whole of mankind.” [146]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 90.

[146] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 144.

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The Most Democratic System Besides The Market.

And now we will consider the most democratic system (without the evils inherent in manmade democratic systems) ever known or expressed by humankind, that is, besides the market. It is called the Nineteen Day Feast. Once every Baha’i month (there are nineteen days in each month in a Baha’i calendar) the community gathers together for prayers, fellowship and consultation. At the Feast the individuals consult among themselves and also with the institution of the local Spiritual Assembly, offering suggestions and recommendations to the Assembly for further consultation by them.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 90.

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The Consultative Method Combines Wisdom And Discovery.

One of the primary skills needed, developed, and used in the Houses of Justice and throughout the whole of the Baha’i community life is consultation. “Bahá'u'lláh has established consultation as one of the fundamental principles of His Faith and has exhorted the believers to ‘take counsel together in all matters. He describes consultation as ‘the lamp of guidance which leadeth the way’ and as ‘the bestower of understanding’.” [143] This is a sound method for combining wisdom and discovery. “The unfettered freedom of the individual should be tempered with mutual consultation and sacrifice, and the spirit of initiative and enterprise should be reinforced by a deeper realization of the supreme necessity for concerted action and a fuller devotion to the common weal.” [144]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 89.

[143] Baha'u'llah, Kitab-i-Aqdas, (Bahá'í World Centre, 1992), p. 190.

[144] Shoghi Effendi, Baha'i Administration, (US Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1974), p. 87.

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Justice Has A Purpose!!!

Also in every city a Local Spiritual Assembly (which will in due time evolve into a local House of Justice) is prayerfully elected every year and that body of nine individuals takes counsel together “to choose that which is meet and seemly.” [140] The measure of that which is meet and seemly is the principle of divine justice which is “the crowning distinction of all Local and National Assemblies, in their capacity as forerunners of the Universal House of Justice.” [141] “The purpose of justice is the appearance of unity among men. . . The organization of the world and the tranquillity of mankind depend upon it." [142]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 89.

[140] Baha'u'llah, Kitab-i-Aqdas, (Bahá'í World Centre, 1992), p. 29.

[141] Shoghi Effendi, The Advent of Divine Justice, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1990), p. 27.

[142] Shoghi Effendi, The Advent of Divine Justice, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1990), p. 28.

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Visualizing Order And Justice!

The House of Justice is really like one institution at three levels.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 88.

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Twin Institutions Unique To This Order.

Put into the context of classical liberalism with an appreciation of Aristotelean philosophy Shoghi Effendi captures the essence of these twin institutions: “The hereditary authority which the Guardian is called upon to exercise, the vital and essential functions which the Universal House of Justice discharges, the specific provisions requiring its democratic election by the representatives of the faithful -- these combine to demonstrate the truth that this divinely revealed Order, which can never be identified with any of the standard types of government referred to by Aristotle in his works, embodies and blends with the spiritual verities on which it is based the beneficent elements which are to be found in each one of them.” [136]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 88.

[136] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 154.

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There Is A Divine Order Structure Each Time.

The structure of this divine order culminates in a divine civilization with a divine economy.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 88.

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A System Of Justice Is Emerging, Naturally And Purposefully.

It may be a little difficult for a disinterested observer, so early on, to appreciate the importance or the scope of the Administrative Order that is being practiced by the worldwide Baha’i community. “Let no one, while this System is still in its infancy, misconceive its character, belittle its significance or misrepresent its purpose. The bedrock on which this Administrative Order is founded is God's immutable Purpose for mankind in this day. The Source from which it derives its inspiration is no one less than Bahá'u'lláh Himself.” [133]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 87.

[133] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 156.

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Divine Order Has An Origin In Every Age.

Of course this divine order finds its origin in the Kitab-i-Aqdas. There are twin pillars that support the mighty administrative structure of this divine order – “the institutions of the Guardianship and of the Universal House of Justice.” [126]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 86.

[126] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 147.

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Civilization Emerges From Guided Individual Actions.

Human development and consequently the development of human civilization is contingent upon at least some of the people on Earth putting into effect the guidance provided by Baha’u’llah.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 85.

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Order Stimulates Individual Action.

The embryonic Administrative Order, as it expands and consolidates itself within the shelter of an inviolable Covenant, will stimulate individual action within a pattern designed by Baha’u’llah. This is providential because “For man's knowledge of God cannot develop fully and adequately save by observing whatsoever hath been ordained by Him and is set forth in His heavenly Book.” [123] After all, “The supreme cause for creating the world and all that is therein is for man to know God.” [124]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 85.

[123] Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha’u’llah Revealed After The Kitab-i-Aqdas, (US Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1988), p. 267.

 [124] Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha’u’llah Revealed After The Kitab-i-Aqdas, (US Bahá’í Publishing Trust, 1988), p. 267.

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The Promise To Go From Chaos To Order.

Yet, undeniably, we must go from chaos to order. Is this not what is promised in the Covenant of God? “Verily, the mission of all the prophets, the relation of all the scriptures, the diffusion of the instructions of God and the descent of His law, were all in order to establish agreement and union and to strengthen love and harmony among nations of different customs and thoughts, of diverse beliefs, doctrines, rites and habits; of various classes, tribes and races.” [121] It is through the revealed observances and laws provided via the Manifestations of God that the world is set in order. The Kitab-i-Aqdas is “"the chief depository wherein are enshrined those priceless elements of that Divine Civilization, the establishment of which is the primary mission of the Bahá'í Faith.” [122]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 85.

 

[121] Abdu'l-Baha, Tablets of Abdu'l-Baha, v3, (Bahá'í Publishing Committee, New York, 1980), p. 596.

[122] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 3.

 
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Movement Of The 'Nature And Role Of Knowledge' Axis.

The movement of the ‘Nature and Role of Knowledge’ axis when the human race comes of age visually complements what is the final 1/3 of Note #194: “The coming of age of the human race has been associated by Shoghi Effendi with the unification of the whole of mankind, the establishment of a world commonwealth, and an unprecedented stimulus to ‘the intellectual, the moral and spiritual life of the entire human race.’”

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 84.

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Consultation Is The Great Equilizer In A Just World.

This shows the high sense of justice in the future. Kings will find that the need for consultation with their subjects is so great and that the need for exceptional nobility is so great that it is not possible to be a king under such a high standard of justice.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 84.

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Looking Around, For A System Of Justice, To Be Found.

The point being that a system is in the world for all to see. “Anticipating the System which the irresistible power of His Law was destined to unfold in a later age, He (Baha’u’llah) writes: ‘The world's equilibrium hath been upset through the vibrating influence of this most great, this new World Order. Mankind's ordered life hath been revolutionized through the agency of this unique, this wondrous System -- the like of which mortal eyes have never witnessed.’ ‘The Hand of Omnipotence hath established His Revelation upon an unassailable, an enduring foundation. Storms of human strife are powerless to undermine its basis, nor will men's fanciful theories succeed in damaging its structure.’” [117]

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 82.

[117] Shoghi Effendi, The World Order of Baha'u'llah: Selected Letters by Shoghi Effendi, (Bahá'í Publishing Trust, 1982), p. 109.

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Societal Transformation Will Decrease Crime.

Societal transformation is part of the change and two of the most dramatic changes are intimately connected to economic behavior. Benefits from cooperation will come to be very much understood. For instance, as a result of the sum total of the societal transformations the time preference for everyone will lower, which is especially good news for people along the margin of criminal behavior. A generally lower time preference and an affinity for social cooperation will significantly decrease the desire to commit a crime.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, pp. 79-80.

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A Simple Description Of The Ethics Of The Justice Of The Divine Economy.

In other words, an important feature of the new divine economy ethic is the traditional classical liberalism property rights ethic plus the fear of God.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 78.

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Storehouses Of Capital, A Component Of Free Banking.

As an economist in the classical liberalism tradition I see this as an indication that free banking is a very important component of a divine economy since it has the merits of self-regulation, and since it serves the people by providing the storehouses for capital. This is in contrast to the corrupt current banking practices which mask the insolvencies of banks and promulgate a system of capital consumption and wealth redistribution.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 77.

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Justice Is A Necessary Part Of Investigating The Truth.

It is this searching eye that both high and low can use to find the foundations of life that pertain to us as individuals and to the whole of human civilization.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 75.

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Relationship Between Subjectivism And Human Diversity.

Immediately, to begin we have to recognize a few things. Humans are subjective and since we are all different justice is the greatest law of God for this Day.

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 74.

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What Does Justice And Liberty, And Law And Order Look Like?

What is being sought? Justice and liberty are being sought. Law and order are being sought. It is no longer difficult to understand that justice is, in essence, divine. Likewise law is divine and order is divine! Of course that means that it is beyond the conceptualization power of human minds. It is within the domain of the Manifestations of God. How fascinating it is to be able to see for yourself the justice and liberty, the law and order, given to us by the Manifestation of God known as Baha’u’llah!

Liberty & Justice of Economic Equilibrium, p. 72.

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