I have a very specific and narrow question
however: Is there anything from the World Centre since the publication of their letter some 15 years ago that sheds more light on the subject or attempts to deal with emotions and reactions generated as the result of that ruling?
I wouldn't know about the latter, but I can't imagine that the House would try to shed more light on the subject, if by that you mean some sort of reason why women are excluded. They may have their opinions, but I don't think they would want to take a stance in a House letter. That's a doctrinal issue, and even Shoghi Effendi didn't try to provide an explanation when asked, so I wouldn't expect the House to do more. I don't think the House can do more than pointing out what it did.
IMO, the exclusion of women from the House can be demonstrated to be a non-issue. That can be done without even advancing a reason as to why women are excluded. I am starting to prepare something on this issue, and will probably finish it tomorrow.
Regards, David
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