All men have been created to carry forward an ever-advancing civilization. The Almighty beareth Me witness: To act like the beasts of the field is unworthy of man. Those virtues that befit his dignity are forbearance, mercy, compassion and loving-kindness towards all the peoples and kindreds of the earth.

Bahá’u’lláh. Gleanings from the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh. Available from www.bahai.org/r/994085186