The Prophet Paperback – January 14, 2019

Save your eyes and do not purchase this particular copy!! Seriously, the book is only 38 pages.... so let's use the tightest, smallest font possible!? That makes noooo sense.This copy Is more like a 'phamplet' and not so much a bound book. I do not even require reading glasss yet I seriously will never read this copy. Seriously, it's maybe an 8 point font.If you want my copy, let me know. Sooooo frustrating and ridiculous.

A great book of wisdom. Lots of very wise poetry. I was especially heartened by the section on raising children. “Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself. They come through you but not from you, And though they are with you yet they belong not to you. You may give them your love but not your thoughts, For they have their own thoughts. You may house their bodies but not their souls, For their souls dwell in the house of to-morrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams. You may strive to be like them, but seek not to make them like you. For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday. You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth. The archer sees the mark upon the path of the infinite, and He bends you with His might that His arrows may go swift and far. Let your bending in the Archer’s hand be for gladness; For even as He loves the arrow that flies, so He loves also the bow that is shot". This is so different from the “Punish childish behavior” teaching that I grew up with - though quiet compatible with my desire to launch my children by the time they were 18.This book is not just about child rearing - just about every topic in life is covered. Kahlil beliefs are much the same as mine.

Do NOT buy this one. Get the original. This looks like someone printed it from home..no table of contents or anything. Seems very odd. Had I known I would’ve not purchased this..there’s also only 36 pages so not even sure if it contains the entire book.

This is the most beloved, and masterfully written poetic essay by Artist, Philosopher, and Writer, Lebanese-American Author Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931), he paints a colorful picture with words describing the Human Condition.This book has 26 prose poetry fables written in English, and published in 1923 by Alfred A. Knopf.Highly in demand it is always being printed, and has been translated into 40 languages.107 Pages long, it takes about 13 hours to read.The Prophet's main character is named Almustafa, the setting is he has been away from home 12 years and he is about to broad a ship to take him home, when he is stopped by a group of people, and he discusses topics that have to do with the human condition.Dealing with the rigors of love, marriage, children, giving, eating, drinking, work, joy, sorrow, houses, clothes, buying, selling, crime, punishment, laws, freedom, reason, passion, pain, friendship, talking, time, good, evil, prayer, self knowledge, pleasure, beauty, religion, and death.I really like this book because reading it has enlightened me, even though it can be difficult to fully comprehend, this book is very thought provoking. I recommend this book to anyone interested in philosophy, poetry and classic literature.

"The Prophet" is a series of poetic prose authored by Khalil Gibran in the early twentieth century. Mister Gibran was born in Lebanon and moved with his family to America as a child. This series of poetic prose has a somewhat abstruse and mystical aspect to it. It is clear to me that this book has many, many fans. I completely respect that. And there is no doubt that the writing is very poetic and at times beautiful. I had to read and reread much of this work numerous times to gain a partial comprehension of the work.As an American, I make a concerted effort to read the works of authors born in other countries. In that context I really appreciated this reading experience. However I need to confess I ended up being glad that the work was short and was relieved when I had finished it.I am very glad that I had a chance to read this work. But it was work. It is not a light read. I do not think that the average reader, looking for a light reading experience will particularly enjoy this work. I am sure there is wisdom to be found within. However it is not easily accessed. Speaking strictly for myself I get more from reading the Wisdom Books of the Old Testament of The Bible.In summary, I am glad that I read this work. I was glad to study the life of the author. I purchased and audiobook narrated by Sandra Cullum and she did an excellent job. But the work is not a light read. My personal appreciation was mostly as a study experience and not every reader is going to enjoy this book. Thank You...

Timeless poetic stories That bring out the best. This was recommended to me by a friendly waitress on evening. Since then we've been recommending books to each other every time I see her. This recommendation was a unexpected treat. Take the time to read and enjoy its warmth! You'll be recommending this to strangers just as she did to me, making friends in the process. I guess that's the kind of magic this book holds. Happy Reading!!!

Much perplexed. This is not The Prophet.Even though the title is The Prophet”,the actual contents are different - the author’s other works, “The Forerunner”. How can this happen?Please correct this incomprehensibleerror for future purchaser.

My lifetime favorite. I was introduced to this book in the '70s and I have never turned it down since then. I've kept on going back again and again to its beautiful and poetic messages. This book is so timeless and so inspiring that I couldn't keep quoting and sharing Kahlil's words with my kids, relatives, coworkers and friends. This is a book that I intend to introduce even to my grandchildren someday.

Books like this make you wonder things, it will make you realise the power of literature. I read The Gita, The Bible and then I read this. People always consider scientists to be most genius persons on earth (they are genius, no doubt), but writer like Kahlil Gibran stand at par with those geniuses. This book tells that magic doesn't exists only in equations, it is in words too.

This is pure wisdom wrapped in literature.If you are reading review to find out whether you should buy it or not, I would say go for it and thank me later.Every chapter of the book is relatable and carved well to stay with you foreever.I wish I could rate it 6 out of 5.

A small book, with deep and lifetime wisdom. Good to read on a journey or a daily commute. The spiritual book that will enlighten you!My favorite quote from the book:“ You talk when you cease to be at peace with your thoughts. ”

Not going to review the content because we already know it's a great classic.With a nice textured finish, the hardcover quality is excellent. It does not have a dust jacket but thats fine as the cover design is great. Well binded and neatly printed, the book does feel nice to see and hold. For size reference, I have placed the book on a 10 inch tablet.

This is one of the most magical books that invites the reader to consider spiritual issues without being overtly 'religious' . Some of the writing on 'children', 'marriage' and suffering is very powerful indeed. for example - on marriage:Let there be spaces in your togetherness, And let the winds of the heavens dance between you. Love one another but make not a bond of love: Let it rather be a moving sea between the shores of your souls. Fill each other's cup but drink not from one cup. Give one another of your bread but eat not from the same loaf. Sing and dance together and be joyous, but let each one of you be alone, Even as the strings of a lute are alone though they quiver with the same music. Give your hearts, but not into each other's keeping. For only the hand of Life can contain your hearts. And stand together, yet not too near together: For the pillars of the temple stand apart, And the oak tree and the cypress grow not in each other's shadow