Translations:On Altıncı Lem'a/30/en

Then it occurred to me that it was the cause of visits, and of benedictions being uttered for the Noble Messenger (Upon whom be blessings and peace), and his being venerated and loved,(*)and thus was not looked at for what it actually was. Therefore, even if the hair was not truly from the Messenger’s (UWBP) blessed beard, since it was held to be so because of its appearance, and it functioned as a means of veneration, regard, and benedictions, it did not have to be authenticated. So long as there was no definite evidence to the contrary, that was sufficient. For generally held opinions and the acceptance of the Islamic community count as a sort of proof. If some of the pious object to such matters on grounds of fear of God, or caution, or resolution, they do so in particular cases. And if they say it is an innovation, it should be included among commendable innovations, for it is a means of benedictions for the Prophet (UWBP) being recited.