Just before you went on & I made my way back to celebrate your life & lay your body to rest, there were small buds forming on the cactus you divided for me.
On the day I arrived back home, in Florida, they were all but ready, as petals started to peel away and open.
This morning they bloomed into full flower.
I never got to tell you, but I believe you know they arrived today, glowing pink in the morning sun. Thank you.
The Quran says God inspired (the Arabic used is wahiy) the bee, which indicates a level of intense divinity as this word usually depicts God’s communication with holy/chosen people. This is what makes the bee stand out as an important creature to reflect and ponder over.
What might it say of the state of the world, that bees' population is dwindling to concerning levels?
An-Nahl (The Bee) the 16th surah of the Quran:
“And your Lord inspired the bee, saying: “Take you habitations in the mountains and in the trees and in what they erect. Then, eat of all fruits, and follow the ways of your Lord made easy (for you).” There comes forth from their bellies, a drink of varying colour wherein is healing for men. Verily, in this is indeed a sign for people who think.”