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The Elephants Knew

geographically*challenged — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 18:06:31 GMT

The Elephants Knew

And some will say there is no God, try and tell that to the elephants…

The Elephant's Journey To Pay Respect, But How Did They Know?

Lawrence Anthony, a legend in South Africa and author of 3 books including the bestseller, The Elephant Whisperer.

He bravely rescued wildlife and rehabilitated elephants all over the globe from human atrocities, including the courageous rescue

of Baghdad Zoo animals during US invasion in 2003.

On March 7, 2012 Lawrence Anthony died.
He is remembered and missed by his wife, 2 sons, 2 grandsons, and numerous elephants.

Two days after his passing, the wild elephants showed up at his home led by two large matriarchs.

Separate wild herds arrived in droves to say goodbye to their beloved 'man-friend'.

A total of 31 elephants had patiently walked over 12 miles to get to his South African House.

Witnessing this spectacle, humans were obviously in awe not only because of the supreme intelligence and precise timing

that these elephants sensed about Lawrence's passing, but also because of the profound memory and emotion the beloved

animals evoked in such an organized way:

Walking slowly, for days, making their way in a solemn one-by-one queue from their habitat to his house.

Lawrence's wife, Francoise, was especially touched, knowing that the elephants had not been to his house prior to that day

for well over 3 years!

But yet they knew where they were going.

The elephants obviously wanted to pay their deep respects, honoring their friend who'd saved their lives - so much respect

that they stayed for 2 days 2 nights without eating anything.

Then one morning, they left, making their long journey back home.

Something In The Universe Is Greater And Deeper Than Human Intelligence.

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aernethril — Sun, 01 Sep 2013 16:44:47 GMT

That is truly awesome and thought provoking.

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merehazle — Sun, 01 Sep 2013 16:50:31 GMT

Hello Tim.

I see you posted this almost a day ago. Response for some reason lacking perhaps.

Yes a wonderful story and a wonderful man. Some might take the time at least to read it.

I posted the story about Raja the BABY elephant chained and held hostage by an angry mob for the damage his family

had done to their crops. Having no choice! what else can they do? Looks like elephants will no longer roam free (30 to 50 years at most I have heard said) unless very drastic action is taken.

This is Raja, what the world has come to when his mum is killed and they hold her beautiful helpless BABY hostage.

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baybizz — Mon, 02 Sep 2013 00:09:32 GMT

www.theguardian.com/world/video/elephant-charges

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merehazle — Mon, 02 Sep 2013 16:18:35 GMT

I said when I did this link about Raja, that I would tell you as soon as I know how he was.

I'm afraid to say I found out today that he is dead.

2O MONTHS pregnancy, and all that entails, and no one could not save such innocent beauty.

R.I.P little Raja.

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merehazle — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 08:21:35 GMT

HERE YOU ARE.

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ed_blackadder_1 — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:06:07 GMT

Thanks for pointing out this remarkable story, incredible creatures brought a tear to my eye,

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astrologica — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 06:28:07 GMT

Hello Merehazle, thank you for updating me on Tim's whereabouts! No wonder I couldn't find him. He changed his name! A lovely story he posted about the elephants.....so Tim....when you call back...thank you for that.

I am well , thank you Merehazle.....I hope all is well with you too. I don't post very often now, but I do pop in occasionally to see who's about. Nice to see some of the usual posters are still here! Take care Mere.

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merehazle — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 09:55:55 GMT

Hi TIM. (astrolica, did ask about you, in case you missed it)

I have some good news that you may have missed?

The Duke of Cambridge Prince William will be taking up this, and other animal matters soon in Africa.

And that wonderful person Paul O'grady will be making a documentary on it too soon in Africa.

Yes, they are both going there for separate programmes.

Here's another two pictures I think you will like ....

Astro

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*wild*rose — Wed, 18 Sep 2013 20:18:30 GMT

Wow, I love elephants and support many elephant campaigns, but I had not heard this.

It is truly awesome, but I am not surprised. Elephants are incredibly intelligent and sensitive.

There are other animals who display touching shows of grief. For example, when George Adamson died (the man who spent his life with lions), after the human funeral, on the same night all the lions he knew gathered at his grave and stayed there all night.

Wildlife is wonderful !

Thank you for posting, OP.

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jesse--l — Fri, 20 Sep 2013 20:07:47 GMT

Thanks sunzrus,

What a fantastic true story, and what a great thread!

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merehazle — Sun, 22 Sep 2013 19:04:24 GMT

Yes they seem to have a sixth sense. (Remembering Greyfriars Bobby, and other stories)

You support many elephant campaigns. Congratulations.

Others who might wish to how ever small can Google Elephants of Africa or Elephants of Samartra (Asian).

Here's another couple of pictures for TIM......

Remember little Wonky, dumped on a street, well she was made well. And her legs are as normal through intensive

therapy. all done because people donate however little.

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merehazle — Sun, 29 Sep 2013 09:05:19 GMT

@jesse--j wrote:
Thanks sunzrus,

What a fantastic true story, and what a great thread!

Yes it is jesse.

Unfortunately the horrific suffering goes on and on: (CYANIDE)

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merehazle — Wed, 02 Oct 2013 17:27:20 GMT

Yes I received that e-mail TIM. Thank you.

And just to mention Hazle say's there is a wonderful programme on BBC 2 every week day at 3. 45 PM

called Elephant Diaries.

And you can also catch up on BBC Iplayer. And apparently it has been on for a while now.

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merehazle — Sat, 19 Oct 2013 10:41:47 GMT

YES, here you are. And things can only get worse.

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merehazle — Wed, 30 Oct 2013 19:46:17 GMT

@merehazle wrote:

HERE YOU ARE.

Again!!! No it's not a trick camera shot they are all rangers ........

Says it all don't it?

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merehazle — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 19:40:16 GMT

Sorry for being so long in getting back Tim. But as promised >>>>>

Inevitable for them i'm afraid. See you.

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merehazle — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 19:59:53 GMT

Hello Tim - haven't heard from you for a long time. I know you were unwell.

I if you remember told you that Paul O'Grady's will be filming in Africa, and the programme is on ITV tonight at 9PM.

I'm sure it will be of great interest to you and others. Take care. Oh here is a picture of an incident where a mother

Hippo trys to defend her calf, and as painful as it looks she is successful. Yes she was perfectly alright, but a little rattled.......

Some elephant ..... and some hippo indeed.

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charliebird123 — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 21:14:57 GMT

Here yer go Merehazle.Nellie versus car!

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2537114/British-teacher-terrifying-ordeal-bull-elephant-filming-Kruger-National-Park-charges-vehicle-gorging-leg-tusk.html

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al**bear — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 05:39:03 GMT

Charlie that stupid teacher got that Elephant shot, just for protecting His herd from an idiot

She should be charged, for this