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Work

The Prophet - Der Prophet

This influential work presents twenty-six chapters of reflective prose poetry, each addressing fundamental themes such as love, marriage, children, joy, sorrow, friendship, self-knowledge, time, freedom, and death. The book is structured as a series of discourses delivered by a prophet character who is departing his homeland after years of exile. Through the prophet's wisdom, Gibran explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships with poetic insight and spiritual depth. The work has achieved widespread global readership and has been translated into dozens of languages since its original publication. more

Author

Khalil Gibran
Khalil Gibran

Khalil Gibran, born on January 6, 1883, and died on April 10, 1931, was a renowned Lebanese poet, painter, and philosopher. His works are known for their profound philosophy and unique artistic style, with notable titles including 'The Prophet'. more

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