Backbone

Statement
Oh, how sorry we are for you Baha'is
How boring to spend your days in futile study
of obscure writings that mislead and depress.

Response
It is good of you to be so concerned for us.
We are swimming in an ocean of sweetness
Will you not give it a try?
Like any true scientist you must test a system
Over and over until it pleases you or fails.

Statement
But why would I do that?
This world offers me great pleasures and fame.
Where would I be if others saw me as I see you?

Response
We will always be here.
Moving from strength to strength.
The world is a souring lake, overcrowded
with persons without backbone
Flapping like a flag in the winds of change.