They are appointed to five-year terms and serve in specific regions under the guidance of the Counselors. They in turn can appoint assistants. Also used as an adjective. He declared himself the Promised One of the world's religions in 1863 and, in spite of imprisonment and persecution, wrote thousands of letters and other documents, about 15,000 of which are extant.
Counselors have no formal authority but are highly respected.
They are appointed to five-year terms. They oversee the activities of the Auxiliary Board members, who have similar responsibilities, but for smaller regions. They have no legislative power, but their advice is highly prized. They also are responsible for overseeing the protection of the Faith and its growth. Each section consists of an aphorism on an ethical or spiritual topic.