Because the Baha’i leaders were weak in this regard, they expressed: The government and kingdom means the spiritual ones not superficial.
It is said in the book “Iqan”: “The kingdom expressed for Imam of the time isn’t the ones perceived by everyone… It means his dominance and power.[1]”
First, before the Excellency Mirza, hundreds of people had claimed for the position who were more merited.
Second, according to traditions, a definite person is being awaited by Shiites.
Third, the traditions which mentions such as conquering lands and dominating on opponents and murdering enemies. These meanings can’t be adapted with the spiritual kingdom.
Forth, which dominance and spiritual power is existent in the Excellency Bab that others don’t possess? Is the meaning of the spiritual power different from spirituality and the humane accomplishments? Does a person whose words are false possess the spiritual kingdom and power?
Yes, Seyyed Bab was too weak in spiritual government that he couldn’t maintain his creed for at least 50 years. After several years, many people such as Mirza Baha abolished all of his claims[2]?