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    The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations)
    The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations)
    The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations)
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    The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations)

    By Kahlil Gibran

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    In 'The Madman - His Parables & Poems' by Kahlil Gibran, readers are treated to a collection of thought-provoking parables and enchanting poems that explore the human condition and the mysteries of the universe. Gibran's lyrical prose and philosophical reflections are presented in a simple yet profound manner, resonating with readers across generations. The original illustrations add an extra layer of visual appeal, enhancing the overall reading experience. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century literature and poetic movements, Gibran's work stands out for its timeless themes of love, spirituality, and self-discovery. The blending of Eastern and Western influences further enriches the text, making it a truly unique literary work. Kahlil Gibran, a Lebanese-American writer and artist, drew inspiration from his Middle Eastern heritage and mystical beliefs to create 'The Madman.' His deep understanding of human nature and spiritual matters is evident throughout the book, showcasing his poetic talent and philosophical insights. Gibran's personal experiences and travels also influenced his work, adding depth and authenticity to his writings. I highly recommend 'The Madman - His Parables & Poems' to readers who appreciate poetry, philosophy, and spiritual contemplation. Gibran's timeless words will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression and spark introspection on life's profound questions.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMusaicum Books
    Release dateAug 7, 2017
    ISBN9788027202904
    The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations)
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    Kahlil Gibran

    Poet, philosopher, and artist, Kahlil Gibran (1883 - 1931) was born in Lebanon. The millions of Arabic-speaking peoples familiar with his writings in that language consider him the genius of his age and he was a man whose fame and influence spread far beyond the country of his birth. His poetry has been translated into more than twenty languages and his drawings and paintings have been exhibited in the great capitals of the world and compared by Auguste Rodin to the work of William Blake.

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      The Madman - His Parables & Poems (With Original Illustrations) - Kahlil Gibran

      The Madman: His Parables And Poems

      Table of Contents

      How I Became A Madman

      God

      My Friend

      The Scarecrow

      The Sleep-Walkers

      The Wise Dog

      The Two Hermits

      On Giving and Taking

      The Seven Selves

      War

      The Fox

      The Wise King

      Ambition

      The New Pleasure

      The Other Language

      The Pomegranate

      The Two Cages

      The Three Ants

      The Grave-Digger

      On the Steps of the Temple

      The Blessed City

      The Good God and the Evil God

      Defeat

      Night and the Madman

      Faces

      The Greater Sea

      Crucified

      The Astronomer

      The Great Longing

      Said a Blade of Grass

      The Eye

      The Two Learned Men

      When My Sorrow Was Born

      And When my Joy was Born

      The Perfect World

      How I Became A Madman

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      You ask me how I became a madman. It happened thus: One day, long before many gods were born, I woke from a deep sleep and found all my masks were stolen,—the seven masks I have fashioned and worn in seven lives,—I ran maskless through the crowded streets shouting, Thieves, thieves, the cursed thieves.

      Men and women laughed at me and some ran to their houses in fear of me.

      And when I reached the market place, a youth standing on a house-top cried, He is a madman. I looked up to behold him; the sun kissed my own naked face for the first time. For the first time the sun kissed my own naked face and my soul was inflamed with love for the sun, and I wanted my masks no more. And as if in a trance I cried, Blessed, blessed are the thieves who stole my masks.

      Thus I became a madman.

      And I have found both freedom of loneliness and the safety from being understood, for those who understand us enslave something in us.

      But let me not be too proud of my safety. Even a Thief in a jail is safe from another thief.

      God

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      In the ancient days, when the first quiver of speech came to my lips, I ascended the holy mountain and spoke unto God, saying, Master, I am thy slave. Thy hidden will is my law and I shall obey thee for ever more.

      But God made no answer, and like a mighty tempest passed away.

      And after a thousand years I ascended the holy mountain and again spoke unto God, saying, Creator, I am thy creation. Out of clay hast thou fashioned me and to thee I owe mine all.

      And God made no answer, but like a thousand swift wings passed away.

      And after a thousand years I climbed the holy mountain and spoke unto God again, saying, "Father, I am thy son. In pity and love thou hast given me birth, and through love

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