As regards your study of the Hindu religion. The origins of this and many
other religions that abound in India are not quite known to us, and even
the Orientalists and the students of religion are not in complete accord
about the results of their investigations in that field. The Baha'i
Writings also do not refer specifically to any of these forms of religion
current in India. So, the Guardian feels it impossible to give you any
definite and detailed information on that subject. He would urge you,
however, to carry on your studies in that field, although its immensity is
well-nigh bewildering, with the view of bringing the Message to the
Hindus. The task of converting this section of the Indian population is a
most vital obligation, although the Guardian is fully aware of the many
difficulties that it presents. Nevertheless the friends should do their
best to make as many converts among the Hindus as they possibly can.
Also with regard to the problem of inter-marriage between the Zoroastrian
and Hindu Baha'is, this is a highly delicate and vital question, as
important as the problem of the black and white in America. The friends
should all realize that racial considerations do not, in the light of the
Baha'i Teachings, constitute any hindrance to any kind of intercourse
between the believers. The Hindu and Zoroastrian Baha'is should forget
their former and traditional prejudices whether religious, racial or
social, and commune together on a common basis of equality, love and
devotion to the Cause. While the goal is quite clear yet, wisdom and
caution are needed in order to carry this ideal into full practice.