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 14: On Freedom ~ Gibran’s The Prophet ...
And an orator said, Speak to us of Freedom. And he answered: At the city gate and by your fireside I have seen you prostrate yourself and worship your...
Chapter 14: On Freedom ~ Gibran’s The Prophet ...
And an orator said, Speak to us of Freedom. And he answered: At the city gate and by your fireside I have seen you prostrate yourself and worship your...
Chapter 13: On Laws ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
Then a lawyer said, But what of our Laws, master? And he answered: You delight in laying down laws, Yet you delight more in breaking them. Like children playing by...
Chapter 13: On Laws ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
Then a lawyer said, But what of our Laws, master? And he answered: You delight in laying down laws, Yet you delight more in breaking them. Like children playing by...
Chapter 12: On Crime and Punishment ~ Gibran’...
Then one of the judges of the city stood forth and said, Speak to us of Crime and Punishment. And he answered, saying: It is when your spirit goes wandering...
Chapter 12: On Crime and Punishment ~ Gibran’...
Then one of the judges of the city stood forth and said, Speak to us of Crime and Punishment. And he answered, saying: It is when your spirit goes wandering...
Chapter 11: On Buying and Selling ~ Gibran’s T...
And a merchant said, Speak to us of Buying and Selling. And he answered and said: To you the earth yields her fruit, and you shall not want if you...
Chapter 11: On Buying and Selling ~ Gibran’s T...
And a merchant said, Speak to us of Buying and Selling. And he answered and said: To you the earth yields her fruit, and you shall not want if you...
Chapter 10: On Clothes ~ Gibran’s The Prophet w...
And the weaver said, Speak to us of Clothes. And he answered: Your clothes conceal much of your beauty, yet they hide not the unbeautiful. And though you seek in...
Chapter 10: On Clothes ~ Gibran’s The Prophet w...
And the weaver said, Speak to us of Clothes. And he answered: Your clothes conceal much of your beauty, yet they hide not the unbeautiful. And though you seek in...
Chapter 9: On Houses ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
Then a mason came forth and said, Speak to us of Houses. And he answered and said: Build of your imaginings a bower in the wilderness ere you build a...
Chapter 9: On Houses ~ Gibran’s The Prophet wit...
Then a mason came forth and said, Speak to us of Houses. And he answered and said: Build of your imaginings a bower in the wilderness ere you build a...
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.
