213. Passing of Amin Banani

213

Passing of Amin Banani

31 July 2013

To the National Spiritual Assembly

of the Bahá’ís of the United States

213.1 It was with great sorrow that we received news of the passing of dearly loved Amin Banani, whose steadfast loyalty and dedication to the Faith will be long remembered. Whether in the pioneering or administrative fields, he served with distinction—a service that was ever characterized by humility and self-effacement. In the earliest stages of the Ten Year Crusade, he and his wife were honored by the Guardian with the title Knights of Bahá’u’lláh for pioneering in Greece. Among his many other endeavors carried out for the progress of the Cause, we recall with heartfelt admiration and gratitude his staunch and effective defense of the Faith, the signal contributions he made to the advancement of both Bahá’í and Iranian studies, and his twenty-six years of service to the institution of Ḥuqúqu’lláh. In all respects, his was a life that exemplified unwavering devotion to the Cause and abiding commitment to its high ideals.

213.2 Our deepest condolences are extended to the members of his dear family, including his wife, Sheila, and his children. In our supplications in the Holy Shrines, we will offer prayers for the progress of his noble soul throughout the eternal realms.

The Universal House of Justice