Bees Quote by George Herbert
“Bees work for man, and yet they never bruise Their Master's flower, but leave it having done, As fair as ever and as fit to use; So both the flower doth stay and honey run.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Temple, 1633
Bees serve humans without harming the flower, leaving it intact while producing honey, showing gentle productivity.
In simple terms: Bees help without damage.
Work gently and productively.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gardening
- beekeeping
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we emulate this gentle efficiency?
- What modern tasks mirror this balance?
Assumes all human activity is benign.