While some men aver that documentation is ineffective, the many successful instruments of liberty attest not only to their far-reaching influence, but also to the necessity for such documents. At crucial periods throughout history, they have served in focusing attention on the noble ideals which have carried nations forward when without such vision the people would have perished.

Therefore, I am promulgating this encyclical with just that vision of God-victory in mind. I trust that it will be truthfully and accurately translated and distributed around the world; for the good that it contains brims from the hearts of the members of the Darjeeling Council, whose every thought is literally charged with good will and devotion to the liberation of mankind from every form of tyranny.

Let none entertain the discouraging suggestion that because abuses have not been remedied in the past, they cannot now be remedied or that this document cannot be effective. If the kernel of its intent is respected and implemented by millions, it can well make possible a universal injunction of right action until, like a snowball rolling down the Himalayan hills, the magnetic force of such right action, imbued with the vitality of divine love, will gather enough momentum to bear an avalanche of progress to the whole world. Such is our hope.

I respectfully and lovingly submit the following program as practical steps in effectuating my expressed ideas. These ideas, if given root and purpose in the days to come, will mightily affect the course of natural events, promote tranquillity, and establish great affection between hearts.