Hushmand Fatheazam
We have learned, with profound sadness, of the passing of
our dearly cherished, greatly esteemed former colleague Hushmand Fatheazam.
Tenderness of spirit, profound knowledge, noble humility, and tireless
endeavour characterized his highly valued services rendered over the course of
many decades, whether as a member of the Universal House of Justice for forty years
beginning in 1963, as Secretary of the National Spiritual Assembly of India, or
as an enkindled pioneer, avid proponent of teaching among the masses, and
inspired author. His wholehearted and resolute defence of the community of the
Greatest Name was unwavering, and his determination in the face of adversity
unyielding. Gifted with a unique eloquence in Persian prose and verse, he
leaves a remarkable legacy of deploying the power of that language in service
to the Cause. Beyond a distinguished record of consecrated exertion in the path
of the Blessed Beauty, he will also be remembered for his manifold outstanding
personal qualities, for his delightful humour, and for his kindly and radiant
heart that exuded an all-embracing love.
We extend our deep condolences to his dear wife, Shafiqih, and to his bereaved sons and other family members and assure them of our ardent supplications at the Sacred Threshold that his illumined soul may reap a rich reward in the Abhá Kingdom. The friends throughout the world are called upon to hold memorial meetings in his honour, including befitting commemorative g
atherings
in all Houses of Worship.
- The Universal House of Justice, 14 August 2013
- The Universal House of Justice, 14 August 2013
