Après douze ans d’exil, son navire est enfin arrivé. La mer l’appelle. Bientôt, Almustafa reverra son île natale. Mais il ne quittera pas la cité d’Orphalèse sans dispenser à son peuple les enseignements de sa profonde sagesse. Chercheur d’absolu, il se fait poète et prophète, à l’heure du départ. Amour, mariage, liberté, travail, mort… « Ce qui bouge en nos âmes » n’a pas de secret pour lui, qui connaît les rêves du vent et le cœur de Dieu.Joignons-nous au peuple d’Orphalèse. Et tendons l’oreille…

Le Prophète

ALMUSTAFA, the chosen and the beloved, who was a dawn unto his own day, had waited twelve years in the city of Orphalese for his ship that was to return and bear him back to the isle of his birth.

And in the twelfth year, on the seventh day of Ielool, the month of reaping, he climbed the hill without the city walls and looked seaward; and he beheld his ship coming with the mist.

Then the gates of his heart were flung open, and his joy flew far over the sea. And he closed his eyes and prayed in the silences of his soul.

BUT as he descended the hill, a sadness came upon him, and he thought in his heart:

How shall I go in peace and without sorrow? Nay, not without a wound in the spirit shall I leave this city.

Long were the days of pain I have spent within its walls, and long were the nights of aloneness; and who can depart from his pain and his aloneness without regret?

Too many fragments of the spirit have I scattered in these streets, and too many are the children of my longing that walk naked among these hills, and I cannot withdraw from them without a burden and an ache.

The Prophet

L'amour n'a pas d'autre d�sir que celui de son accomplissement.Mais si vous aimez, la plupart des besoins ayant des d�sirs, que vos d�sirs soient: Se m�ler et �tre comme un ruisseau qui chante sa m�lodie dans la nuit.Go�ter la douleur de trop de tendresse.Etre bless� par sa compr�hension de l'amour, Et saigner volontairement et joyeusement.Se lever � l'aube avec un coeur ail� et rendre louange pour cette autre journ�e � aimer;Prendre du repos � midi et m�diter sur l'extase amoureuse;Rentrer avec gratitude chez soi au cr�puscule, Et alors s'endormir avec une pri�re en son coeur pour l'aim�, et un chant de gr�ce sur les l�vres. Puisse la publication de ce grand classique, illustr� avec un immense talent par Michele Ferri, continuer � promouvoir une vision essentielle, de beaut� et de lucidit� m�m�es. Une vraie le�on de conscience que nous donne l� celui qu'on a appel� le Mystique, le philosophe, le religieux, l'H�r�tique, le Serein, le rebelle et l'Homme sans �ge... lui, l'�crivain du Liban qui nous laisse un message d'une sagesse tout simplement imm�moriale.

Kahlil Gibran’s masterpiece, The Prophet, is one of the most beloved classics of our time. Published in 1923, it has been translated into more than twenty languages, and the American editions alone have sold more than nine million copies.The Prophet is a collection of poetic essays that are philosophical, spiritual, and, above all, inspirational. Gibran’s musings are divided into twenty-eight chapters covering such sprawling topics as love, marriage, children, giving, eating and drinking, work, joy and sorrow, housing, clothes, buying and selling, crime and punishment, laws, freedom, reason and passion, pain, self-knowledge, teaching, friendship, talking, time, good and evil, prayer, pleasure, beauty, religion, and death.

Miserable is the man who loves a woman and takes her for a wife, pouring at her feet the sweat of his skin and the blood of his body and the life of his heart, and placing in her hands the fruit of his toil and the revenue of his diligence; for when he slowly wakes up, he finds that the heart, which he endeavoured to buy, is given freely and in sincerity to another man for the enjoyment of its hidden secrets and deepest love. Miserable is the woman who arises from the inattentiveness and restlessness of youth and finds herself in the home of a man showering her with his glittering gold and precious gifts and according her all the honours and grace of lavish entertainment but unable to satisfy her soul with the heavenly wine which God pours from the eyes of a man into the heart of a woman.

Spirits Rebellious

Il Profeta è l'opera più famosa del poeta e filosofo libanese Khalil Gibran (1883-1931). Alla gente che gli chiede di parlare dell'amore, della vita, della morte, del denaro, del lavoro, dei figli e delle tante altre problematiche umane, il profeta Almustafà risponde con profonda saggezza, in una ineguagliata sintesi del pensiero occidentale e orientale, della Bibbia e degli insegnamenti dei mistici Sufi. Un prezioso testo sapienziale che aiuta a conoscere meglio se stessi e il proprio compito nella vita - e oltre. Di questa sua opera Gibran stesso disse: "Tutto Il profeta dice un'unica cosa: Sei molto più grande di quanto tu non sappia - e Tutto è bene".

Il profeta

"The Prophet" by Kahlil Gibran is a profound and poetic masterpiece that has touched the hearts and minds of readers around the world. Published in 1923, this timeless collection of poetic essays offers profound insights into the nature of life, love, spirituality, and the human condition.

Set in the fictional town of Orphalese, the book revolves around a wise prophet named Almustafa, who is about to embark on a journey back to his homeland after residing in the town for twelve years. As the townspeople gather to bid farewell, they seek Almustafa's wisdom on various aspects of life, ranging from love, marriage, joy, sorrow, beauty, and self-discovery.

Through Gibran's exquisite prose and evocative imagery, "The Prophet" explores fundamental questions that resonate with the human soul. Each chapter delves into a different theme, offering timeless guidance and thought-provoking reflections that transcend cultural and religious boundaries. The words of Almustafa serve as a guide for introspection and a source of solace, encouraging readers to seek truth, embrace love, and find their own path towards enlightenment.

Gibran's poetic language weaves together philosophy, spirituality, and profound insights, creating a tapestry of wisdom that invites readers to contemplate the deeper meaning of life. With its lyrical and accessible style, "The Prophet" has become a beloved classic, cherished by readers of all backgrounds for its ability to inspire, uplift, and offer solace during times of joy and tribulation.

"The Prophet" stands as a testament to the power of universal truths and the transformative nature of self-reflection. It encourages readers to embrace their own unique journey, celebrate the beauty of existence, and cultivate a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world.

Join Almustafa on a spiritual odyssey as he imparts his wisdom to the townspeople of Orphalese, offering profound insights that illuminate the human experience. "The Prophet" is a timeless and enlightening work that continues to resonate with readers, reminding us of the eternal truths that guide us on our journey towards self-discovery and spiritual fulfillment.

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