Saturday 7 March 2015

The Elephants Knew


Some will say there is no God, try and tell that to the elephants ...

THE ELEPHANTS' JOURNEY TO PAY RESPECT, BUT HOW DID THEY KNOW?

Lawrence Anthony, a legend in South Africa and author of 3 books including the bestseller, The Elephant Whisperer. He bravely rescued wildlife and rehabilitated elephants all over the globe from human atrocities, including the courageous rescue of Baghdad Zoo animals during US invasion in 2003.

Three years ago today, on March 7, 2012 Lawrence Anthony died. He is remembered and missed by his wife, 2 sons, 2 grandsons, and numerous elephants. Two days after his passing, the wild elephants showed up at his home led by two large matriarchs. Separate wild herds arrived in droves to say goodbye to their beloved 'man-friend'. A total of 31 elephants had patiently walked over 12 miles to get to his South African House.




Witnessing this spectacle, humans were obviously in awe not only because of the supreme intelligence and precise timing that these elephants sensed about Lawrence's passing, but also because of the profound memory and emotion the beloved animals evoked in such an organized way: Walking slowly, for days, making their way in a solemn one-by-one queue from their habitat to his house. Lawrence 's wife, Francoise, was especially touched, knowing that the elephants had not been to his house prior to that day for well over 3 years! But yet they knew where they were going. The elephants obviously wanted to pay their deep respects, honoring their friend who'd saved their lives - so much respect that they stayed for 2 days 2 nights without eating anything. Then one morning, they left, making their long journey back home.

SOMETHING IN THE UNIVERSE IS GREATER AND DEEPER THAN HUMAN INTELLIGENCE.





4 comments:

  1. Thank You, Sue CHRIST !
    This story is very inspiring and humbling !
    Blessings of Inner Peace, Love and Joy to ALL !
    Hollis CHRIST

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    1. You are so welcome Hollis. I'm so glad you enjoyed the story as much as I did. It is a beautiful and inspiring story of Love.
      Peace, Love and Joy to you <3

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  2. Sue, what an amazing story! Thank you for sharing it with me. I've never loved elephants so much as I do now. It's been overtaking me for months now, and this story has more than cemented it in forever.

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    1. Thank you so much Anna. I think I am the same as you. I saw this story and fell completely in love with them, and more so every time I see a picture or video. Beautiful souls. You're welcome!

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