The “ministry of flowers” was a feature of the life at Akká, of which every…
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When in Bahá'í history
The “ministry of flowers” was a feature of the life at Akká, of which every pilgrim brought away fragrant memories. Mrs. Lucas writes: “When the Master inhales the odor of flowers, it is wonderful to see him. It seems as though the perfume of the hyacinths were telling him something as he buries his face in the flowers. It is like the effort of the ear to hear a beautiful harmony, a concentrated attention!”
Source: A Brief Account of My Visit to `Akká, p. 25-26.
Collected from bahaistories.com (Subject: flowers).
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For adults
- Where do you see devotion appearing — visibly or quietly — in this passage?
- How does this story complicate or deepen your understanding of flowers?
- Where do devotion and patience meet in this story?
For teens
- If you were in 'Abdu'l-Bahá's place, what might you have done?
- What does this story teach about devotion?
Reflection
- How does devotion show up in your life right now — and where is it being asked of you?
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- Sit quietly for a moment after reading. What does this story stir in you?
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