Timeless Wisdom From The Prophet by Gibran
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...
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...
Notes for the Reader
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.
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.
