Kahlil Gibran

"And think not you can direct the course of love, for love, if it finds you worthy, directs your course." Embark on a journey through the profound spiritual landscapes of Kahlil Gibran, the third most-read poet in history after Shakespeare and Lao-Tzu. This beautifully edition serves as a sanctuary of timeless wisdom, weaving together the essence of Eastern mysticism and Western philosophy. Within these pages, you will find a priceless collection of Gibran's most celebrated works, including Sand and Foam, The Forerunner, The Madman, The Prophet and more... From the tragedy and power of love to the longings of the soul, and from the mysteries of life and death to the beauty of inner dreams, Gibran's parables and poems continue to enlighten the modern reader. This prized edition is a masterpiece of book design, making it the perfect gift for a loved one or a sophisticated addition to your own private library.

૧૮૮૩-૧૯૩૧ કવિ, ચિત્રકાર તેમજ દાર્શનિક ખલીલ જિબ્રાનનો જન્મ લેબનાના એ ભૂ-ભાગમાં થયો, જ્યાં ઘણા બધા સંતપુરુષોએ જન્મ લીધો. તે - વિલક્ષણ પ્રતિભાના ધની હતા. એમની લેખનીમાં જ્યાં એક તરફ માનવ હૃદયની ગહનતમ ભાવનાઓને મૂર્તરૂપ આપવાની ક્ષમતા છે, ત્યાં જ જીવનને ઉત્કૃષ્ટતમ બનાવવાની દાનિક ક્ષમતા પણ છે. એમની ખ્યાતિ અરબી ક્ષેત્રમાં જ સીમિત ના રહી, પરંતુ સંપૂર્ણ વિશ્વમાં ફેલાઈ. એમના સાહિત્યને ૨૦ કરતાં વધારે ભાષાઓમાં રૂપાતરિત કરવામાં આવી ચુક્યા છે તથા એમના બનાવેલાં ચિત્રોની પ્રદર્શનીઓ વિશ્વભરમાં લગાવવામાં આવતી રહે છે. પોતાના જીવનના અંતિમ ૨૦ વર્ષમાં તેઓ અમેરિકામાં રહ્યાં તથા અંગ્રેજી ભાષામાં પણ લખ્યું. એમના વિચારોમાં કેટલાય સ્થાનો પર વેદાંત દર્શનની ઝલક પણ મળે છે. પ્રસ્તુત પુસ્તકમાં એમની બે પુસ્તકોના રૂપાંતરનો પ્રયાસ કરવામાં આવ્યો છે. ખલીલ જિબાનમાં પોતાનાં વિચારોને અભિવ્યક્ત કરવાની અદ્ભુત પ્રતિભા હતી. એમણે પોતાનાં વિચારો, કલ્પનાઓ અને અનુભૂતિઓને દેવદૂત નામની પુસ્તકમાં ખૂબ જ નિપુણતાની સાથે વ્યક્ત કર્યા છે. આ પુસ્તકનો વિષય માનવનો માનવની સાથે સંબંધ અને માનવનો પ્રકૃતિની સાથે સંબંધ સ્થાપિત કરવાનો પ્રયાસ કર્યો છે. આ પુસ્તકમાં સામાજિક સંબંધો, વ્યવહારો, સમસ્યાઓ અને એમની અનુભૂતિઓને રેખાંકિત કરવામાં આવી છે. આ પુસ્તકમાં પ્રેમ, લગ્ન, બાળકો, ખાવાનું-પીવાનું, કાર્ય, સુખ-દુઃખ, મકાન, વસ, કંપનવિક્રય, અપરાધ, દંડ, કાનૂન, સ્વતંત્રતા, તર્ક, ભાવુકતા, દર્દ, આત્મજ્ઞાન વગેરે વિષયોને વાચકની સામે રોચકતાની સાથે પ્રસ્તુત કરવામાં આવ્યા છે.

Beloved for over a century, "The Prophet" distills the deepest human questions into simple, unforgettable language. As Almustafa prepares to leave the city of Orphalese, its people ask him to share his wisdom-about relationships, purpose, grief, beauty, and the mystery of being. Kahlil Gibran's classic has inspired readers around the world, offering gentle guidance for anyone seeking meaning, balance, and a more mindful way of living. This edition is the English-language hardcover version of Gibran's enduring classic. Kahlil Gibran. The Prophet. Durchgesehener Neusatz, der Text dieser Ausgabe folgt: Kahlil Gibran: The Prophet. Alfred A. Knopf, New York City, 1923 Neuausgabe, G ttingen 2025.

Beloved for over a century, "The Prophet" distills the deepest human questions into simple, unforgettable language. As Almustafa prepares to leave the city of Orphalese, its people ask him to share his wisdom-about relationships, purpose, grief, beauty, and the mystery of being. Kahlil Gibran's classic has inspired readers around the world, offering gentle guidance for anyone seeking meaning, balance, and a more mindful way of living. This edition is the English-language paperback version of Gibran's enduring classic. Kahlil Gibran. The Prophet. Durchgesehener Neusatz, der Text dieser Ausgabe folgt: Kahlil Gibran: The Prophet. Alfred A. Knopf, New York City, 1923 Neuausgabe, G ttingen 2025.

This exquisite hardback edition presents of one of the world's best-selling poetic works The Prophet by Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran, beautifully decorated with full-color illustrations. The Prophet is a concise but deeply profound prose poem set in the city of Orphalese. Before leaving on a journey to his homeland, the prophet Almustafa imparts words of wisdom to the crowds, touching on occasions of birth, marriage, death and all of life's other milestones. Now considered one of the bestselling books of all time, The Prophet has been translated into over 100 languages and furnished individuals the world over with words of joy or consolation. This edition contains delightful illustrations from Persian manuscripts and other sources that complement the text and bring out its timeless beauty. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Ancient Wisdom Library series brings together classic works on ancient philosophy and spirituality, each imparting timeless wisdom which continues to resonate in the modern world. These compact hardback editions with full-color illustrations are perfect for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

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. Lists the works- A Tear and A Smile The Broken Wings The Forerunner The Garden of the Prophet Spirits Rebellious The Madman: His Parables And Poems Jesus The Son Of Man Sand And Foam The Prophet LAZARUS AND HIS BELOVED The New Frontier THE EARTH GODS

Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet is a collection of 26 poetic essays delivered as sermons by Almustafa, a wise man preparing to leave the city of Orphalese after twelve years in exile. As he waits for the ship that will take him home, the townspeople gather and ask him to share his insights on the essential aspects of life. In response, Almustafa offers profound reflections on topics such as love, marriage, children, work, joy and sorrow, freedom, self-knowledge, friendship, beauty, religion, and death. Each chapter addresses a specific theme, blending spiritual wisdom with lyrical prose. The book's universal messages and simple yet poetic language have made it a timeless classic, resonating with readers across cultures and generations.