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fragrance could be so pleasing to the senses? No human could have
ever imagined it.
The activity of servants as they went about doing their chores in the
pathways of the huge palace gave the impression of pearls scattered
around. Their faces were sparkling and attires beautiful. Their dialogues
were delightful and mannerism attentive.
The destination of these servants seemed to be an expansive
garden located in one of the corners of the palace. This garden
presented the look of a bouquet of lush greenery. Flowers and trees
were presented in a way so stunning that it would have easily surpassed
any human standard of horticulture. Thousands of colours were spread
across the garden; just the shades of green were so many that it was
impossible to count.
Innumerable fruits adorned the tall trees. Each tree was
distinguished by the unique coloured leafs dressing it. Thousands of
species of plants with colourful blossoming flowers surrounded them.
These elements were not placed randomly; the true beauty of
amalgamation of colours and varieties was in the way the plants were
placed and trees had been located. This garden was like the enchanting
sonnet of a poet in which the strings of words were strung together in
accordance with their poise, emphasis and ending to create a
masterpiece.
Pathways made of precious stones like pearls, sapphire, ruby, and
emeralds dazzlingly accentuated the stunning beauty of this garden.
Between these spectacular pathways were running streams. Their
beauty was enticing to the eyes while their resonance had a soothing
effect on the ears. Some of them were of milk and some of pure fresh
water; some had burgundy wine flowing in them and some were filled
with honey. Each stream had a unique fragrance that mesmerised the
passers-by. Along the streams, at short distances between the trees,
were sitting areas comprising of regal seats and couches bejewelled
with diamonds and emeralds, and furnished with luxurious rugs and
comfortable cushions.
This beautifully laid garden with attractive footpaths, scenic
streams, colourful flowers, lush leaves and delicious fruits on offer, as
rewards for a visit, had no boundary walls to protect it. There was an
unfathomable but pleasant sense of coolness inside. Every so often, a
draft of breeze would fill the atmosphere with a new fragrance. One
could easily see the views outside to a great distance from within the
garden. The darkness outside was slowly engulfing everything;
astonishingly, there was no sign of it inside the garden.
The lights from the tall buildings of a spectacular city were visible
over a wide area. Flickering of these lights in the distance seemed like
millions of glow-worms glimmering in the night. The milky light of stars
far away twinkled in the dark sky making its appearance even more
striking. One glowing light in the sky stood out particularly as it slowly
moved towards the palace. I realised that it was the vehicle inside which
I was viewing these scenes. It was all due to blessings of the Almighty
that enabled me to see my vehicle from outside heading towards the
palace even though I sat in it.
I saw Saleh sitting in the garden, and was bemused to see that he
was already there, ahead of me. The place he sat in was probably the
most beautiful part of the garden. The floor in there was like clear glass.
It was so lucid that one could clearly see beneath it for miles. Under the
glass floor, there was a dusky hue all around. A lush green prairie
draped in colourful flowers was visible below along with the numerous
brooks running through it. The twilight made this picturesque scene
even more enchanting.
It was a beautiful evening when one looked under the floor,
whereas above the floor all around was a fragrant and gleaming night.
On one hand, there were rivers flowing beneath the floor; and on the
other, there were fruit-laden branches of trees above, desperately
waiting for a mere gesture of the hand to stoop and present their
bounties to savour. Some servants were chargrilling bird and animal
meat in a corner. The aroma in itself spoke for its amazing taste; in
addition, it did not lead to satiety, therefore, one could eat as much as
one desired. Nearby, clearer than crystal chalices and goblets were
stacked in an exquisite manner, waiting for the function to start, so that
they could quench the thirst and desires of their masters.
As I watched these scenes, I had a sense of Déjà vu; I then recalled
that I had seen all of them in Barzakh.
At the same time, I felt that the
speed of my vehicle had slowed down. I signalled and the scene
disappeared. I was about to reach my destination. From the higher
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