Lebanese-American writer and poet Kahlil Gibran (1883–1931) was a philosopher whose words are known for their spiritual prose and timeless reflections. Gibran’s works are a bridge between Eastern and Western thought, and they’ve inspired many of us on our journey of self-awareness and personal growth. His famous book, The Prophet, remains an everlasting light for those seeking wisdom on life’s most significant themes of love, work, freedom and joy.
Published in 1923, The Prophet is an enduring masterpiece that speaks to the universal human experience. Told through the voice of a wise prophet, Almustafa, preparing to depart a foreign land, the book unfolds as a series of profound teachings in response to life’s deepest questions. Each chapter offers reflections on themes like marriage, children, joy, sorrow, and self-knowledge—making it a rich source of contemplation.
We felt moved to share The Prophet in this way—to help keep its spirit alive in the hearts of the young and in the seeking souls of any age. In a time when timeless truths can feel distant, this is a gentle yet profound offering back to what endures.
As if Gibran’s words weren’t deep enough, we’ve added Journaling Prompts for Self-Reflection—four prompts for each chapter, offering a way to further explore, reflect, and weave The Prophet’s wisdom into your own life.
Start at Chapter 1: The Coming of the Ship
Chapter 2: On Love | Chapter 3: On Marriage
Chapter 4: On Children | Chapter 5: On Giving | Chapter 6: On Eating & Drinking
Chapter 7: On Work | Chapter 8: On Joy & Sorrow | Chapter 9: On Houses
Chapter 10: On Clothes | Chapter 11: On Buying & Selling | Chapter 12: On Crime & Punishment
Chapter 13: On Laws | Chapter 14: On Freedom | Chapter 15: On Reason & Passion
Chapter 16: On Pain | Chapter 17: On Self-Knowledge | Chapter 18: On Teaching
Chapter 19: On Friendship | Chapter 20: On Talking | Chapter 21: On Time
Chapter 22: On Good & Evil | Chapter 23: On Prayer | Chapter 24: On Pleasure
Chapter 25: On Beauty | Chapter 26: On Religion | Chapter 27: On Death | Chapter 28: The Farewell
Timeless Wisdom From The Prophet by Gibran
Chapter 20: On Talking ~ Gibran’s The Prophet ...
And then a scholar said, Speak of Talking. And he answered, saying: You talk when you cease to be at peace with your thoughts; And when you can no longer...
Chapter 20: On Talking ~ Gibran’s The Prophet ...
And then a scholar said, Speak of Talking. And he answered, saying: You talk when you cease to be at peace with your thoughts; And when you can no longer...
Chapter 19: On Friendship ~ Gibran’s The Prophe...
And a youth said, Speak to us of Friendship. And he answered, saying: Your friend is your needs answered. He is your field which you sow with love and reap...
Chapter 19: On Friendship ~ Gibran’s The Prophe...
And a youth said, Speak to us of Friendship. And he answered, saying: Your friend is your needs answered. He is your field which you sow with love and reap...
Chapter 18: On Teaching ~ Gibran’s The Prophet...
Then said a teacher, Speak to us of Teaching. And he said: “No man can reveal to you aught but that which already lies half asleep in the dawning...
Chapter 18: On Teaching ~ Gibran’s The Prophet...
Then said a teacher, Speak to us of Teaching. And he said: “No man can reveal to you aught but that which already lies half asleep in the dawning...
Chapter 17: On Self-Knowledge ~ Gibran’s The P...
And a man said, Speak to us of Self-Knowledge. And he answered, saying: Your hearts know in silence the secrets of the days and the nights. But your ears thirst...
Chapter 17: On Self-Knowledge ~ Gibran’s The P...
And a man said, Speak to us of Self-Knowledge. And he answered, saying: Your hearts know in silence the secrets of the days and the nights. But your ears thirst...
Chapter 16: On Pain ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
And a woman spoke, saying, Tell us of Pain. And he said: Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding. Even as the stone of the...
Chapter 16: On Pain ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
And a woman spoke, saying, Tell us of Pain. And he said: Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding. Even as the stone of the...
Chapter 15: On Reason and Passion ~ Gibran’s T...
And the priestess spoke again and said: Speak to us of Reason and Passion. And he answered, saying: Your soul is oftentimes a battlefield, upon which your reason and your...
Chapter 15: On Reason and Passion ~ Gibran’s T...
And the priestess spoke again and said: Speak to us of Reason and Passion. And he answered, saying: Your soul is oftentimes a battlefield, upon which your reason and your...
Spirit Nourished Earth created the imagery in this series using DALL·E 3, with each piece uniquely shaped by the wisdom of its chapter. Select Prophet-inspired artwork is on the horizon for our Spiritual Decor & More collection. If there is an image you’d like to see on canvas sooner, we warmly welcome your request.
