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And consider how thy Sustainer has inspired the bee: "Prepare for thyself dwellings in mountains and in trees, and in what men may build for thee by way of hives; and then eat of all manner of fruit, and follow humbly the paths ordained for thee by thy Sustainer." And lo! there issues from within these bees a fluid of many hues, wherein there is health for man. In all this, behold, there is a message indeed for people who think!
Rose Milk
Rose
Total time: 5 minutes
4 cups milk
3 tbsp. honey
2 tbsp. rosewater
Cinnamon

In a small, heavy pot, gently warm the milk until it is a comfortable drinking temperature. Stir in the honey and rosewater. Pour into cups and garnish with a light dusting of cinnamon.