{"product_id":"prophet-by-kahlil-gibran","title":"Prophet by Kahlil Gibran","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e is a timeless work of prose poetry, spiritual reflection and philosophical literature. First published in 1923, it presents a series of lyrical teachings about love, marriage, children, giving, work, freedom, friendship, beauty, religion, death and many other essential parts of human life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book centres on Almustafa, a wise and respected teacher who has lived in the city of Orphalese for twelve years. When the ship that will carry him back to the island of his birth finally arrives, the people gather to say farewell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore he leaves, Almitra, a woman who recognised his wisdom when he first arrived in the city, asks him to share what he has learned. Other citizens then approach with questions connected to their own lives and responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlmustafa answers them through poetic discourses filled with symbolism, natural imagery and spiritual insight. Together, these reflections form one of Kahlil Gibran’s best-known and most enduring works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Read The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e invites readers to pause and reflect on experiences that are shared across cultures and generations. The book does not present a complicated plot or a conventional step-by-step programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstead, each chapter considers one part of life through lyrical and symbolic language. Readers can move through the book from beginning to end or return to individual sections whenever a particular subject becomes meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA reader preparing for marriage may return to the chapter on partnership. Parents may reflect on the discussion of children. Someone experiencing loss may find meaning in the sections on sorrow, pain or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis structure makes the book suitable both for personal reading and as a thoughtful gift for weddings, graduations, birthdays and other important occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAlmustafa and the City of Orphalese\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlmustafa has waited twelve years in Orphalese for the ship that will return him to his homeland. Although he is eager to leave, he also feels sorrow because the city has become part of his life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis departure becomes a moment of gathering. Farmers leave their fields, workers pause their tasks and the people come together to ask him about the subjects that matter most to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis framing story gives the book emotional unity. Almustafa’s teachings are not delivered as distant lectures. They are farewell gifts offered to a community he has come to love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ship represents return, change and the unavoidable movement from one stage of life to another. Orphalese represents the relationships, experiences and memories that people carry even after leaving a place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Love\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first major discourse concerns love. Gibran presents love as beautiful but demanding. It can offer joy, growth and connection, yet it can also expose a person to vulnerability and pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book does not reduce love to comfort or possession. Love can challenge pride, reveal hidden fears and require people to grow beyond their previous understanding of themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis reflection remains meaningful because many people desire only the pleasant parts of love. Gibran instead presents love as a transforming experience that includes both delight and difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Marriage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the chapter on marriage, Gibran explores the balance between closeness and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo people may build a life together while still maintaining their own identities, interests and inner freedom. A healthy partnership does not require one person to disappear completely into the life of the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter encourages companionship without unhealthy possession. Love can unite people while still leaving enough space for each person to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is one reason passages from \u003cem\u003eThe Prophet\u003c\/em\u003e are frequently selected for wedding ceremonies and anniversary celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Children\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe discussion of children is among the book’s most recognised sections. It invites parents to view children as individuals with their own futures rather than possessions who must reproduce every parental belief or ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents can provide love, care, education and protection, but children eventually develop their own identities and paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis perspective encourages guidance without excessive control. It also acknowledges that each new generation belongs to a future that the previous generation cannot fully understand or direct.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Giving\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e examines generosity as something deeper than transferring material possessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiving may involve time, knowledge, attention, kindness or the willingness to support another person during difficulty. Generosity becomes especially meaningful when it arises freely rather than as a way to receive praise or create obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter encourages readers to recognise that what they possess is temporary. Sharing can connect individual resources with the wider needs of a community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibran presents work as more than a financial necessity. Work can be an expression of care, creativity and participation in the life of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven ordinary tasks may carry greater meaning when they are completed with attention and a sense of purpose. A craftsperson, farmer, teacher, merchant or artist contributes something that other people may need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter does not deny that work can be difficult. It encourages readers to see meaningful labour as a connection between personal ability and the wider community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Joy and Sorrow\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoy and sorrow are presented as deeply connected rather than completely separate emotions. The capacity to experience happiness may be related to the same emotional depth that allows a person to experience grief.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA meaningful relationship can create great joy, but its loss can also create deep sorrow. Personal growth may bring achievement while requiring the painful ending of an earlier stage of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibran’s reflection encourages readers not to treat sadness as evidence that life has lost all value. Joy and sorrow may exist within the same memory, relationship or experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Freedom\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book explores freedom as both an external and internal condition. People may oppose rules, restrictions or authority while remaining controlled by fear, pride, desire or social approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibran therefore invites readers to examine the inner source of their limitations. Removing one external restriction may not create genuine freedom when the same fear continues operating inside the mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis teaching connects freedom with self-knowledge and responsibility. A person must recognise the beliefs and habits that quietly shape their choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Reason and Passion\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReason and passion are not presented as enemies. Both are necessary, but either can become destructive when it operates without balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReason can provide direction, evaluation and restraint. Passion provides movement, energy and emotional commitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA life controlled only by cold calculation may lose creativity and warmth. A life ruled entirely by uncontrolled emotion may lose stability and judgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter encourages readers to develop harmony between thoughtful understanding and emotional vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Pain\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe discussion of pain presents suffering as an experience that may break open an earlier understanding of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis does not mean that every painful event is desirable or that people should avoid seeking help. Rather, it suggests that hardship can sometimes reveal strength, knowledge or compassion that remained hidden during easier periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders experiencing grief, disappointment or major change may find this chapter especially meaningful. It invites reflection without offering simplistic promises that pain will disappear immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Self-Knowledge\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e treats the self as deep, complex and not easily measured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople may spend years understanding only a small part of their fears, desires and abilities. Self-knowledge therefore requires patience, honesty and the willingness to revise earlier conclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter encourages humility. Discovering one truth does not mean that a person has understood every aspect of life or identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreater self-awareness can support wiser decisions, healthier relationships and a more compassionate understanding of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Friendship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFriendship is presented as a relationship in which people share both needs and joys. A true friend is not valuable only during loneliness or difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFriendship can also provide companionship, honesty, laughter and the freedom to express thoughts that remain unspoken elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter encourages readers to approach friendship with generosity rather than using another person only to fill an emotional absence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibran reflects on the human tendency to divide life into past, present and future while still experiencing existence as one continuous movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMemories influence the present, while hopes and fears about the future affect current decisions. Yet life can only be directly experienced in the moment that is occurring now.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis chapter invites readers to consider time not merely as numbers on a clock but as part of consciousness, memory and change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Good and Evil\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book examines good and evil without separating human beings into completely pure and completely corrupt groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople may act generously in one situation and selfishly in another. Weakness, fear, ignorance and unmet needs can influence harmful behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis does not eliminate responsibility. It encourages a deeper examination of the conditions surrounding wrongdoing and the shared human capacity for both constructive and destructive actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Beauty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeauty is presented as more than attractive physical appearance. It can be discovered in nature, truth, movement, silence and the inner quality of a person or experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferent people describe beauty according to their own emotional condition. Someone who is tired may imagine beauty as gentle, while someone filled with passion may see it as powerful and overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chapter suggests that beauty cannot be completely contained in one definition. It is recognised through awareness and lived experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Religion\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibran’s discussion of religion is broad and contemplative. Spiritual life is not limited to ceremonies, buildings or isolated moments of worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork, relationships, rest, creativity and interaction with nature can all become part of a person’s spiritual experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book can therefore appeal to readers from different religious traditions as well as those interested in spirituality without formal religious identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts teachings should be understood as poetic and philosophical reflections rather than the doctrine of one particular faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOn Death\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final major discourse examines death as part of the same movement as life. Gibran uses spiritual imagery to consider mortality, transformation and the fear of leaving the familiar world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeath is not discussed only as an ending. It is connected to mystery, return and the continuation of existence beyond what the senses can presently understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders may find this section comforting during bereavement, although its meaning will depend on each reader’s beliefs and experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Work of Prose Poetry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Prophet\u003c\/em\u003e is often described as prose poetry because it combines the structure of prose with rhythm, imagery, symbolism and concentrated poetic language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is not a conventional novel, religious textbook or practical self-help manual. Its primary strength lies in the way it expresses philosophical and spiritual ideas through literary language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome readers may complete the entire book quickly because it is relatively brief. However, its sections often become more meaningful when read slowly and revisited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOriginal Illustrations by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKahlil Gibran was both a writer and a visual artist. The original 1923 edition contained twelve illustrations reproduced from his own drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModern reprints vary. Some reproduce the original artwork, while lower-priced editions may contain only the text or a smaller selection of images.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the physical copy before stating that your edition includes all twelve original illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Read This Book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of poetry and prose poetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople interested in spirituality and philosophy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders exploring love, work, freedom and self-knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of reflective and symbolic literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders looking for a meaningful gift book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents of world and Lebanese-American literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in Kahlil Gibran’s other works\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBook clubs discussing life, relationships and personal meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts concise chapters make it suitable for both continuous reading and daily reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKahlil Gibran was a Lebanese-American poet, writer and visual artist. He was born in Bsharri, Lebanon, in 1883 and migrated to the United States with his mother and siblings in 1895.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe wrote in both Arabic and English and became an influential figure in modern Arabic literature and immigrant writing. His work combines Romanticism, symbolism, spirituality, natural imagery and philosophical reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis best-known works include \u003cem\u003eThe Prophet\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Broken Wings\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Madman\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Forerunner\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSand and Foam\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eJesus, the Son of Man\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e, his literary and artistic interests come together in a collection that explores the universal experiences connecting human beings across cultures and generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders can explore the original text through\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gutenberg.org\/ebooks\/58585\"\u003eProject Gutenberg’s edition of The Prophet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistorical information about Gibran and the book is available from the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kahlilgibran.com\/\"\u003eKahlil Gibran Collective\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications for this particular reprint are available from the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.printspublications.com\/book\/the-prophet\"\u003ePrints Publications page for The Prophet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Book Lounge Sri Lanka?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Lounge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is an online bookstore serving readers, students and families throughout Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders interested in spiritual, philosophical and factual literature can browse the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/product-category\/non-fiction\/\"\u003eBook Lounge Non-Fiction collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can also discover popular books through the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/best-selling\/\"\u003eBook Lounge Best-Selling Books section\u003c\/a\u003e or browse all available titles through the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/store\/\"\u003eBook Lounge online store\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor assistance with availability, payments, delivery or an existing order, visit the\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/contact\/\"\u003eBook Lounge contact page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuy The Prophet Online in Sri Lanka\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuy \u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e online in Sri Lanka from Book Lounge and discover timeless reflections on love, marriage, children, work, freedom, friendship, beauty and death.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder \u003cstrong\u003eThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran\u003c\/strong\u003e from Book Lounge today and experience an enduring work of prose poetry that invites thoughtful reflection on life and the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Book Lounge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67987086180627,"sku":"2329","price":990.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/1890\/2547\/files\/Prophet-1.jpg?v=1794308888","url":"https:\/\/mo.lk\/products\/prophet-by-kahlil-gibran","provider":"MO Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}