The Prophet (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Mystical Prose Poems on Love, Freedom, Sorrow, Joy, Death, and the Human ConditionBy Kahlil Gibran
Length3h 3m
About this audiobook
Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet is a lyrical sequence of twenty-six prose poems framed by the departure of Almustafa, a sage who, before leaving the city of Orphalese, answers the people's questions on love, work, freedom, sorrow, joy, death, and other conditions of human life. Blending biblical cadence, Sufi and Christian mysticism, Romantic inwardness, and aphoristic clarity, the book occupies a distinctive place in modern spiritual literature: neither doctrine nor conventional narrative, but a meditative scripture for the modern age. Gibran, born in Lebanon in 1883 and later shaped by emigration to the United States, wrote from between worlds—Arabic and English, East and West, tradition and modernity. His experience of exile, artistic training, and engagement with religious and philosophical pluralism inform the book's universal tone. The Prophet reflects his lifelong attempt to reconcile spiritual longing with human suffering, and to express metaphysical insight in language accessible to ordinary readers. This book is recommended to readers seeking wisdom literature of rare elegance and emotional resonance. Its brevity invites repeated reading, while its best passages reward contemplation. For those interested in modern mysticism, immigrant literary modernity, or the poetic rendering of ethical life, The Prophet remains indispensable.
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★★★★★ 4.6 (14)
Includes Amazon
GenrePhilosophy
Length3 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Prophet (Annotated)
6THE PROPHET
2Introduction
7Analysis
3Synopsis
8Reflection
4Historical Context
9Memorable Quotes
5Author Biography
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