Written as a collection of poetic essays, and detailing such diverse and sprawling topics as love, death, pleasure and prayer, The Prophet was an immediate success on its initial publication in 1923, and has since been translated into more than a hundred languages.
Part of the bestselling Capstone Classics Series edited by Tom Butler-Bowdon, this collectible, hard-back edition of The Prophet provides an accessible and insightful introduction to this timeless spiritual workThe Prophet is an inspirational book of 26 poetry fables written in English by Lebanese-American poet and writer Kahlil Gibran. One of the most translated books in history, Gibran's famous work has been translated into over 100 different languages since its first publication in 1923. The book provides timeless spiritual wisdom on universally-shared aspects of life, such as giving, buying and selling, beauty and friendship, eating and drinking, crime and punishment and spirituality and religion.The book follows Almustafa, a man who has waited for twelve years for a ship to take him from the island of Orphalese back to his home. He has come to know the people on the island, who consider him a wise and insightful man. On the day Almustafa's ship finally arrives, he feels a deep sadness. The local elders ask him not to leave. Almustafa speaks of his philosophy of life and the truths he has discovered to the gathered crowd. His words have an almost magical quality to them. As he prepares to board his ship, it becomes clear that Almustafa's words do not refer to his journey home, but rather to the world he came from before he was born. The Prophet is a metaphor for the mystery of life and an exploration of the human condition. Inspirational and extremely readable for modern audiences, this classic text teaches us:* We should be glad of the experience of coming into the world* The separation you feel from other people is not real* True marriage gives both people space to develop their individuality* Enjoying your work is expressing your love for whoever benefits from it* Sorrow makes space for more joy in another season of lifeFeaturing an insightful introduction from the editor, The Prophet: The Spirituality Classic is a must-read book for anyone interested in exploring the undeniable truths of life we all share.
Khalil Gibran was an artist, poet and writer. He was born in Lebanon and spent much of his productive life in the United States. As a result of his family's poverty, he did not receive any formal schooling during his youth in Lebanon. However, priests visited him regularly and taught him about the Bible, as well as the Syriac and Arabic languages. During these early days, he began developing ideas that would later form some of his major works. In particular, he conceived of The Prophet (1923) at this time. The Madman was published in 1918.
A collection of both philosophical and pragmatic musings divided into 28 prose poetry fables, The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran has become an emblem of spiritual awakening and inspiration for readers everywhere. Speaking to the multi-dimensional facets of everyday life, Gibran has managed to write a manifesto of human existence, tackling issues central to any reader.
Chiltern Publishing creates the most beautiful editions of the World's finest literature. Your favorite classic titles in a way you have never seen them before; the tactile layers, fine details and beautiful colors of these remarkable covers make these titles feel extra special and will look striking on any shelf.The Prophet is a fable about the prophet Al Mustafa, who has lived in city of Orphalese for over 12 years and when finally leaving for his home country, people gather to bid him farewell, and ask for his guidance on important aspects of life.A worldwide bestseller since it's original publication in 1923, the book is divided into chapters dealing with love, marriage, children, giving, eating and drinking, work, joy and sorrow, houses, clothes, buying and selling, crime and punishment, laws, freedom, reason and passion, pain, self-knowledge, teaching, friendship, talking, time, good andevil, prayer, pleasure, beauty, religion, and death.The Prophet has been translated into over 100 different languages, making it one of the most translated books in history, as well as one of the bestselling books of all time.
The Khalil Gibran Collection Volume III include four of Gibran's famous works. Included are:Lazarus and His Beloved The Earth Gods Short WorksSand and Foam Khalil Gibran was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and writer. As a young man he emigrated with his family to the United States where he studied art and began his literary career. His Romantic style was at the heart of a renaissance in modern Arabic literature he is still celebrated as a literary hero.
The Khalil Gibran Collection Volume II include three of Gibran's famous works. Included are:The Prophet The Garden of the ProphetSpirits RebelliousKhalil Gibran was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and writer. As a young man he emigrated with his family to the United States where he studied art and began his literary career. His Romantic style was at the heart of a renaissance in modern Arabic literature he is still celebrated as a literary hero.
The Khalil Gibran Collection Volume I include three of Gibran's famous works. Included are:The WandererThe Madman His Parables and Poems The Forerunner Khalil Gibran was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and writer. As a young man he emigrated with his family to the United States where he studied art and began his literary career. His Romantic style was at the heart of a renaissance in modern Arabic literature he is still celebrated as a literary hero.
The Prophet is known and loved by readers all over the world. It is a wise and warm testimony to life, whose wisdom speaks to us all. This beautiful edition of Kahlil Gibran's timeless classic is illustrated with the author's own mystical drawings.
A graphic novel of Kahlil Gibran's masterpiece The Prophet.“It was while reading The Prophet with a pencil in hand and a drawing pad on my knees that I finally met him …” Kahlil Gibran is the third bestselling poet of all time, behind Shakespeare and Laozi. His masterpiece, The Prophet, is one of the most beloved classics ever to be published. It sold over 9 million copies in the US alone and was translated into over 100 languages. Now his 1923 inspirational book is brought to life as a richly illustrated graphic novel. The night before embarking on a long journey which will take him back to his homeland, the young Almustafa, “the chosen and loved,” responds to questions from residents of the city of Orphalese. Among them, he particularly addresses the Prophetess Almitra, who is keen to learn his teachings and wisdom on the big questions of human life: love, friendship, talent, self-awareness, time, good and evil, reason and passion, beauty and pleasure, suffering—everything including death. In this philosophical and spiritual narrative, reproduced here in its full text, Zeina Abirached creates a graphic novel full of light and shadows, exploring the most lyrical images to the most conceptual passages. A tour-de-force that Abirached brings to life with her characteristic style, this volume will attract and inspire readers of all ages as it pays a beautiful tribute to its author and celebrates 100 hundred years of The Prophet, whose beauty and power continues to inspire and surprise us.
Gibran''s eloquent prose and philosophical reflections continue to resonate, inviting readers to ponder over the profound mysteries of existence.
Dieses klassische Buch wurde ursprünglich vor Jahrzehnten veröffentlicht als The Madman His Parables and Poems . Es wurde jetzt von Writat für seine deutschsprachigen Leser ins Deutsche übersetzt. Bei Writat liegt uns die Bewahrung des literarischen Erbes der Vergangenheit sehr am Herzen. Wir haben dieses Buch ins Deutsche übersetzt, damit es heutige und zukünftige Generationen lesen und bewahren können.
And don't imagine you can control the course of love; love, if it thinks you worthy, will guide you. Kahlil Gibran's poems, parables, aphorisms, and stories cover a wide range of topics, from social issues to human concerns; from the tragedy and power of love to the soul's longings; from good and evil to crime and punishment; from happiness and sorrow to life and death; from inner beauty to dreams and mysticism; and from good and evil to crime and punishment. The Deluxe Edition is a collectible hardbound book that has been carefully produced and designed. It's ideal for both gifting and keeping. A valuable addition to any library's collection. The Prophet, The Wanderer, The Madman, and The Broken Wings are just a few of the works included in this unique collection.
For more than a century, the real Kahlil Gibran has been waiting for you to meet him. Unlocked for the first time in this book are hundreds of his never-published stories of his homeland. Come meet Kahlil Gibran, a proud son of Lebanon.The world knows Kahlil best as the author of The Prophet, the top-selling book of the Twentieth Century. But to his soulmate-friend, Mary Elizabeth Haskell, he talked about no subject more than he did about the geographic region that comprises modern Lebanon and Syria. For most of his adult life, while Kahlil painted and wrote, he fought tirelessly for the independence of his home from the Ottoman Empire. And now from Mary's private collection of letters and journals, many of which have waited a century to be published for the first time, is Kahlil's story of his Lebanon. From hundreds of preserved writings from 1910 through 1932 are his own stories of his efforts to secure freedom for his people, the history of the region and his love of his country. Kahlil's descriptions of Lebanon are uplifting and evocative: "In the valley [is Bsharri] - to the east up the steep hills to Mar Mema - just above the perpendicular cliff is a waterfall - in the most mysterious valley I know. Only at midday the sun shines there for those high mountains on the east. Halfway up the cliff, black scratches mark caves cut in the rock by prehistoric Phoenician folk and carved within by them with God figures primitive and beautiful in the Egyptian way. In the spring, the fields and slopes are white with flowers and the wind at dawn blowing down, goes over them, fills [Bsharri] with their fragrance for two or three weeks in the spring - every day. I believe this is one of the things that make the people of northern Lebanon religious." (June 1911) And his fight for Lebanon was heartbreaking: "News from Syria and Mt. Lebanon are more than one can bear. It all seems like one long, black dream - and sometimes I feel quite lost." (February 1917) For those who love Kahlil, this book is the opportunity to get to know him best: as a son of Lebanon.
"Spirits Rebellious" is a collection of philosophical and poetic essays written by the Lebanese-American writer and philosopher Kahlil Gibran. The book was first published in 1908 and reflects Gibran's early literary work. In "Spirits Rebellious," Gibran explores themes of freedom, individuality, and the human spirit's struggle against societal constraints.The collection consists of several essays and parables that delve into Gibran's reflections on life, love, and the pursuit of personal and spiritual freedom. The title itself suggests a theme of rebellion against established norms and conventions, urging readers to question and challenge societal expectations.Throughout the book, Gibran employs his lyrical and poetic style to convey profound ideas. He often uses allegorical tales and metaphors to illustrate his philosophical insights. The work is deeply influenced by Gibran's experiences and observations of the social and political landscape of his time, particularly in the context of the oppressive Ottoman rule in Lebanon."Spirits Rebellious" serves as a precursor to Gibran's more famous work, "The Prophet," which was published in 1923. Both works share a common thread of exploring spiritual and philosophical themes, with a focus on the individual's quest for truth and meaning in the face of societal expectations.In essence, "Spirits Rebellious" is a thought-provoking and introspective collection that encourages readers to contemplate the nature of freedom, individuality, and the human spirit's innate desire to break free from societal constraints. Gibran's eloquent prose and timeless wisdom continue to resonate with readers seeking a deeper understanding of the human experience.
"""A tear to unite me with those of broken heart; A smile to be a sign of my joy in existence."". A book of poetry by Khalil Gibran that touches every soul. Kahlil Gibran was a Lebanese-American writer, poet and visual artist, also considered a philosopher although he himself rejected the title.Gibran discussed ""such themes as religion, justice, free will, science, love, happiness, the soul, the body, and death"" in his writings, which were ""characterized by innovation breaking with forms of the past, by symbolism, an undying love for his native land, and a sentimental, melancholic yet often oratorical style."" About his language in general (both in Arabic and English), Salma Khadra Jayyusi remarks that ""because of the spiritual and universal aspect of his general themes, he seems to have chosen a vocabulary less idiomatic than would normally have been chosen by a modern poet conscious of modernism in language."" According to Jean Gibran and Kahlil G. Gibran, ""Ignoring much of the traditional vocabulary and form of classical Arabic, he began to develop a style which reflected the ordinary language he had heard as a child in Besharri and to which he was still exposed in the South End [of Boston]. This use of the colloquial was more a product of his isolation than of a specific intent, but it appealed to thousands of Arab immigrants."""
The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is a lyrical and evocative exploration of the human experience. Through a series of poetic essays, Gibran offers his unique insights on love, marriage, children, work, joy and sorrow, and other essential aspects of life.Gibran's writing is both beautiful and challenging. He invites us to see the world through fresh eyes and to question our assumptions about ourselves and the world around us. He also reminds us of our interconnectedness with all of creation and the importance of living a life of compassion and love.The Prophet is a timeless classic that has inspired and challenged readers for generations. It is a book that can be read and reread at any stage of life, and it is sure to offer new insights and inspiration with each reading.Book description:The Prophet is a journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Through Gibran's poetic wisdom, we are invited to explore the depths of our hearts and minds, and to discover the true meaning of our lives.Whether you are looking for guidance on love, relationships, work, or simply on how to live a more fulfilling life, The Prophet has something to offer you. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it, and it will continue to challenge and inspire you on your own journey.
Sand and Foam is a collection of profound and inspirational thoughts from the master of timeless wisdom, Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet. Abstract and specific, amused and awed, direct and circuitous, this work draws together strands of advice and motivation to enrich the mind, heart, soul and life of the reader. The lines of Sand and Foam echo with a beauty as moving and relevant today as when they were first written.
"Do you notice how full these things are of what we have said in talking together - sometimes years ago? There's nothing in them that doesn't come from our talks. Talking about them with you has made them clear to me. And one writes these things in order to find in anthem his own higher self. This poem has made me better. Everything that one writes or paints is a picture or a story of his inner self. Every face that one draws is his own face."Kahlil Gibran to Mary Elizabeth Haskell on May 6, 1918, after he revealed to her his first draft of "The Prophet." Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet was the best-selling book of the Twentieth Century, and it celebrates its Centennial Anniversary in 2023. Now, for the first time, from original letters and journals from a heavily-restricted and seldom-accessed archive, is the origin story of The Prophet, told in Kahlil's own words. From 1912 to 1923, Kahlil cultivated and then harvested the idea that came to him as a sixteen-year-old student in Beirut in 1899. Excerpted from the original documents are the inspirations for each chapter, attempts to write, the frustrations and tensions of depression that threatened completion and then the triumphant delivery of the book to the world a century ago. Fall in love with The Prophet again, and in a new way, as the book enters its next one hundred years of existence and brings its love to new generations of readers.
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