Jesus the Son of Man (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. His Words And His Deeds As Told And Recorded By Those Who Knew HimBy Kahlil Gibran
Length6h 19m
About this audiobook
In Jesus the Son of Man, Kahlil Gibran reimagines the life of Christ through a mosaic of voices: disciples, enemies, bystanders, Roman officials, and remembered witnesses. Rather than a conventional gospel retelling, the book is a prose-poetic meditation on charisma, suffering, love, and spiritual authority. Its cadenced, biblical style places it within Gibran's larger mystical humanism, while the illustrated edition enhances its contemplative atmosphere and symbolic intensity. Gibran, the Lebanese-American poet, painter, and philosopher best known for The Prophet, wrote from the crossroads of Eastern Christianity, Arabic literary inheritance, and modern Western romanticism. Raised in a Maronite Christian milieu and later formed by artistic circles in Boston, Paris, and New York, he approached Jesus not merely as doctrine but as a universal figure of compassion, rebellion, and inward freedom. This background helps explain the book's reverent yet independent vision. This volume is recommended for readers interested in literary spirituality, modern reinterpretations of sacred history, and prose that moves between scripture and lyric art. It will especially reward those who value imaginative theology over dogmatic exposition, offering a portrait of Jesus as both historical presence and enduring human ideal.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (1.3K)
Includes Goodreads
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length6 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Author Biography
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6BOOKS
7James The Son Of Zebedee: On The Kingdoms Of The World
8Anna The Mother of Mary: On The Birth Of Jesus
9Assaph Called The Orator Of Tyre: On The Speech Of Jesus
10Mary Magdalene: On Meeting Jesus For The First Time
11Philemon A Greek Apothecary: On Jesus the Master Physician
12Simon Who Was Called Peter: When He And His Brother Were Called
13Caiaphas: The High Priest
14Joanna The Wife Of Herod's Steward: On Children
15Rafca: The Bride Of Cana
16A Persian Philosopher In Damascus: Of Ancient Gods And New
17David One Of His Followers: Jesus The Practical
18Luke: On Hypocrites
19Matthew: The Sermon On The Mount
20John The Son Of Zebedee: On The Various Appellations Of Jesus
21A Young Priest In Capernaum: Of Jesus The Magician
22A Rich Levi In The Neighbourhood Of Nazareth: Jesus The Good Carpenter
23A Shepherd In South Lebanon: A Parable
24John The Baptist: He Speaks In Prison To One Of His Disciples
25Joseph Of Arimathea: On The Primal Aims Of Jesus
26Nathaniel: Jesus Was Not Meek
27Saba Of Antioch: On Saul Of Tarsus
28Salome To A Woman Friend: A Desire Unfulfilled
29Rachael A Woman Disciple: On Jesus The Vision And The Man
30Cleopas Of Bethroune: On The Law And The Prophets
31Naaman Of The Gadarenes, A Friend Of Stephen: On the Death Of Stephen
32Thomas: On The Forefathers Of His Doubts
33Elmadam The Logician: Jesus The Outcast
34One Of The Marys: On His Sadness And His Smile
35Rumanous A Greek Poet: Jesus The Poet
36Levi, A Disciple: On Those Who Would Confound Jesus
37A Widow In Galilee: Jesus The Cruel
38Judas The Cousin Of Jesus: On The Death Of John The Baptist
39The Man From The Desert: On the Money-Changers
40Peter: On The Morrow Of His Followers
41Melachi Of Babylon, An Astronomer: The Miracles Of Jesus
42A Philosopher: On Wonder And Beauty
43Uriah An Old Man Of Nazareth: He Was A Stranger In Our Midst
44Nicodemus The Poet, The Youngest Of The Elders In The Sanhedrim: On Fools And Jugglers
45Joseph Of Arimethea: The Two Streams In Jesus' Heart
46Georgus Of Beirut: On Strangers
47Mary Magdalene: His Mouth Was Like The Heart Of A Pomegranate
48Jotham Of Nazareth To A Roman: On Living And Being
49Ephraim Of Jericho: The Other Wedding-Feast
50Barca A Merchant Of Tyre: On Buying And Selling
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