Why was the bee commanded in the verse to first take houses, then eat from the fruits, then return to produce honey? Does this order indicate a divine command for how honey is made?
Allah Almighty's revelation to the bee means His inspiration and guidance to it to build its homes in mountains and trees, to eat from fruits, and to facilitate paths and routes for its sustenance. This revelation is guidance and inspiration from Allah Almighty to every creature, and the Prophet of Allah Moses (peace be upon him) alluded to it in his saying: "Our Lord is He who gave each thing its form and then guided it." This inspiration is not limited to animals; it also includes plants and inanimate objects, as Allah inspires each of them for their tasks and functions. The Quran has referred to this inspiration in verses such as: "because your Lord has inspired it" when speaking of the earth, and as in the glorification of mountains and birds with David (peace be upon him), and in Mount Uhud's love for the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him), and the inspiration of the she-camel to choose the Prophet's dwelling place (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) in Medina.
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