The Date seed sat beside the Walnut tree and spoke, "Oh, wise tree! I harbor no doubt in the truth and correctness of your words. However, I have yet to fully comprehend the presence of the four elements within myself. All I see around me is soil, making it difficult for me to accept the existence of water, air, and fire. Can you sense their presence? Please provide me more insight into the mysteries of creation. Share some knowledge that might help me understand better."
The Walnut tree responded, “I understand what you are discussing. For the time being, retain your understanding of the four elements in the recesses of your mind, awaiting the right moment to fully comprehend it. Today, I shall teach you another lesson to deepen your grasp of the mysteries of existence. Each tree embodies its own bud, seed, or essence. In truth, every tree is closely connected to its bud, seed, or essence.
The date seed expressed surprise, “So, you're saying that despite your grandeur, two centuries of age, towering height, and branches that touch the sky, you're essentially the same as a small seed? How is that possible?”
The wise and mature Walnut tree calmly replied, "Yes, fundamentally we are the same. You are the seed or essence of the date, and I am the seed or essence of the walnut. The distinction lies in my growth and branches that reach towards the sky, while you are still grounded upon the earth."
It was quite a challenge for the Date seed to comprehend how a small seed could evolve into a magnificent tree. She pondered, amazed, "A small seed, a towering tree—how can it be possible? "
The Walnut tree continued, “Every tree is combined of various components such as roots, trunk, stem, branches, leaves, flowers, fruits, and more.”
Curiously, the Date seed asked, "Do you possess all these components?"
With a smile, the Walnut tree replied, "Indeed, I do."
The Date seed, still carrying some doubt, persisted, "Do I possess them as well?"
The Walnut tree firmly reassured, "Yes, undoubtedly, you do."
The Date seed asked, "Then where are they? Why can't I see them?"
The Walnut tree gently responded, "Patience is crucial if you wish to perceive all your components. By faithfully following the path I guide you on, you will gradually uncover all your facets. Some components of the tree reside within your essence. Therefore, currently, they elude your sight until you grow, allowing those aspects of your being to activate and become observable. Trust in the journey and continue moving forward."
The Date seed inquired once more, "And what about the Sun? Does it reside within you too?"
The Walnut tree responded, “Yes, indeed. Within me, the Sun also resides. It has driven my growth, guiding me in that direction. Therefore, I have grown. I am alive today because of its presence within me.”
The Date seed pondered to herself, “I've always known that he is the Sun. I've voiced it countless times until today when he finally admitted he is indeed the Sun.” Turning to the Walnut tree, she mused, "When you speak of the Sun within you, does it imply that you possess the Sun, or you are the Sun itself."
The Walnut tree replied, "I am not the Sun. It's true that a part of the Sun resides within me, and I always bask in its aura, but the Sun is something else entirely. It's incomparable to anyone or anything."
Reflecting, the Date seed remarked, "Though I didn't grasp all your words, whenever you speak, a strange sense of certainty and peace envelops me. It promises that one day I too will see the Sun."
As the darkness approached, the seeds, one by one, prepared themselves for sleep. The Walnut tree looked down, sighing softly as he whispered to himself, "How can I help these seeds understand that they cannot chase the Sun? They must search within themselves, delving deep inward to uncover. How can I convey that the Sun, throughout our journey of growth, remains our steadfast companion and guide? It will assist all those who truly strive for growth and elevation."