The Seed Ch 31

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What does the woman mean when she says, 'The love continues to grow'?

  • She is still receiving love from her husband even though he is deceased.
  • Her husband's love for farming and planting seeds continues to this day.
  • Her love for her husband continues to grow even after his death.
  • The impact of her husband's actions continues to positively affect people. (correct)

How did the woman initially react to stories of people meeting her husband in the maze?

  • She was indifferent, and believed these people were simply having hallucinations.
  • She was immediately accepting and happy that her husband was still helping others.
  • She thought the people sharing these stories were mistaken about his identity.
  • She was dismissive of the stories and initially believed they were all crazy. (correct)

What did the farmer love to do when he was alive, according to his wife?

  • He loved tending to his farm and harvesting his bounty.
  • He loved planting seeds and discussing the meaning of purpose. (correct)
  • He loved writing and sharing his profound ideas and concepts.
  • He loved meeting new people and hearing about their lives and stories.

What did the woman mean when she spoke of her husband's 'harvest'?

<p>The people he had helped who were now living their purpose. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of meeting the farmer on Joshua?

<p>It allowed him to understand the purpose of his life. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Joshua feel was 'real' at the end of the story?

<p>The impact of the encounter and the change in his life. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might the farmer's wife have been emotional when people came to visit her?

<p>She was overcome with joy that her husband was still making a difference. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story suggest about the purpose of seasons?

<p>They represent a cycle of preparation, growth, and rest. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Joshua visit the farm?

<p>To express gratitude to the farmer for his positive impact. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Joshua feel when he learned about the farmer's passing?

<p>Sorrowful and empathetic. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The mention of the fallen cornstalks primarily symbolizes:

<p>The cyclical nature of life and its stages. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'final stage' likely refer to in Joshua's situation?

<p>The act of expressing gratitude. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the chapter characterize the farmer?

<p>As an impactful and memorable individual. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The quiet and still nature of the farm symbolizes:

<p>The need for rest and rejuvenation before the next season. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the content convey the theme of time and its passage?

<p>Through the contrast between Joshua’s youthful memories and the present situation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

The Cycle Of Seasons

The idea that there is a specific time for everything in life, and that each phase is essential for growth.

Preparation Stage

A period of preparation for a new beginning, where there's a chance to rest and recharge.

Planting Stage

The phase where actions are taken to start a new cycle.

Growth Stage

The period of growth and development, where results start to appear.

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Harvest Stage

The final stage, where all the hard work is harvested and enjoyed.

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Greatest Feeling

The feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment experienced after reaching the final stage.

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Gratitude

The acknowledgment and appreciation for the positive impact someone has had on your life.

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Cycle Of Life

The recognition that even the most powerful and impressive things eventually go through a natural cycle of decay and ultimately cease to exist.

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Being lost

A state of being lost, uncertain, or lacking a clear direction in life.

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Purpose

The purpose or reason for one's existence, often driving actions and decisions.

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Planting seeds

The process of planting seeds and nurturing their growth, often symbolizing the act of sharing knowledge or inspiration.

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Harvesting one's purpose

The act of understanding and discovering one's purpose and fulfilling it.

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Continuing Impact

A state of being influenced or affected by someone's presence or actions, even after they are gone.

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Vision

A visual or auditory experience that seems real, but it is not grounded in reality.

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Change in life

A state of change or transformation caused by a meaningful experience or encounter.

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Study Notes

Joshua's Farm Visit

  • Joshua returns to a farm five years after meeting a farmer in a corn maze.
  • The farmer (Paul) has passed away 10 years prior to Joshua's visit.
  • Describes Paul's love for planting seeds and discussing purpose. He helped others find their purpose in life.
  • Paul's wife believes he continues to help others find their purpose even after death.
  • Hundreds of people have reported meeting Paul in the maze, claiming he impacted their lives.

Stages of Purpose

  • Paul believed in stages of purpose, like preparation, planting, growth, and harvest.
  • Joshua identified with these stages and was in the harvest stage.

The Woman's Perspective

  • Paul's wife, an elderly woman, was grieving but also joyful about his continued impact.
  • She had met several people who reported encountering her husband in the maze.
  • She saw Paul's continued work as a new "harvest" from his work.

Joshua's Feelings

  • Joshua wanted to thank Paul for the positive impact he had on his life.
  • Acknowledged his own transformation and newfound sense of purpose.

Time and Perception

  • Joshua's understanding of time contrasted with the woman's experience.
  • She had a perspective that, despite Paul's death, he continued to help others.
  • Emphasizes moments defy explanation, but are still real.

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