When the flower blooms, the bees come uninvited
When the flower blooms, the bees come uninvited
Ramakrishna, the revered Indian mystic and spiritual leader, often used the metaphor of a blooming flower and the bees that come uninvited to describe the nature of spiritual enlightenment and divine grace. This simple yet profound analogy captures the essence of his teachings and philosophy, emphasizing the idea that when one is ready to receive spiritual wisdom and guidance, it will come naturally and effortlessly, much like bees being drawn to a blooming flower.