I’ve always felt that art is without context until needed by an individual, thus the individual provides the context so necessary to any work of art to aid in the personal elevation of the individual. That’s what it does for me anyway!
Excellent presentation. Revisiting Kahlil Gibran's at 70. I came across The Prophet in my 20.. still have it. Greatly appreciate your putting all these together so well.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's wonderful that you've kept your copy of The Prophet all these years. Revisiting Gibran's wisdom at different stages of life can bring fresh insights and a deeper understanding. I'm glad you enjoyed the episode-it's truly rewarding to hear that it resonated with you. 🙏📖
This was an inspiring video, Lieven. I will turn 70 by the end of this year, and have not read anything by Kahlil Gibran, but now I will. The Prophet is now in my library of audiobooks, and i will listen while taking a long walk the Singapore's Botanic Garden, which is just behind where I live. Thank you for sharing your inspiration. 🙏
Hello Patrick! Nice to read a message from you again 🤗 I'm glad to hear that you found the video inspiring! Kahlil Gibran's "The Prophet" is truly a masterpiece, and I'm sure you'll enjoy experiencing it through the audiobook format. Taking a long walk in the serene setting of Singapore's Botanic Garden while listening sounds like a perfect way to immerse yourself in Gibran's timeless wisdom. Thank you for sharing your plans, and I hope the experience enriches your life even further. Warm regards, Lieven 🌿📚
I have the first edition of this book 📖 I purchased it from a thrift store it was in a box full of old dusty books I dusted it off and bought it for 25 cents it was written in 1923
I first read Gibran when I was 14, and he has become one of my favorite writers since. This is a wonderful episode about this great man and his favorite work! Well done!
Hello @enestaylan118 🌟 Thank you so much for your kind words on the Kahlil Gibran episode. It means a lot to me that you enjoyed it. 😊 How wonderful that you discovered Gibran's work at such a young age! Reading 'The Prophet' at 14 must have been quite the experience. It's amazing how certain books stay with us and become lifelong treasures. 📚 Your support fuels my passion for sharing stories about books and authors. I wish you a wonderful day and sending warm wishes your way!
Your description of The Profit is right on. It explained how life and approach to it opened my eyes, broke my heart, and changed my thinking and understanding. It came into my hands in my early 30s I have shared it with others. At 81 it it still one of four books that had a profound influence on my life.
That’s such a beautiful testimony to the impact of The Prophet. I’m deeply moved to hear how it opened your eyes, broke your heart, and changed your understanding of life. It’s incredible how a book can resonate so profoundly and remain influential throughout our lives. Thank you for sharing your experience, and for passing on this timeless wisdom to others. You made me very curious now, may I ask which other 3 books influenced your life profoundly?
This is a remarkable episode. It answered the same question I’ve had about the book and Gibran. His writings on Teaching and on Friendship have a new meaning for me. Seek good company, be fortunate to find good mentors. “Your friend is your needs answered. (…) If he must know the ebb of your tide, let him know its flood also.”
Thank you for this wonderful video. I first discovered The Prophet when I was in high school many years ago. This is my favorite of his works. I have given copies of this book to my friends. Everyone should read this beautiful and inspirational book.
Hello @LisaSmith-ie7gq Thank you so much for your kind words! It's wonderful to hear that The Prophet has had such a lasting impact on you since high school. It's truly a timeless and inspirational work. Giving copies to your friends is a lovely way to share its wisdom. I agree, everyone can benefit from reading Kahlil Gibran's beautiful and thought-provoking book. Thank you for watching and sharing your story! I wish you a wonderful day.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that 'The Prophet' had such a profound impact on you. It's amazing how a book can open our minds and hearts, offering new perspectives and insights. I'm glad my episode resonated with you. Do you have any favorite passages or lessons from the book that stood out to you?
Vielen Dank für Ihren Kommentar! Es freut mich, dass Ihnen die Zusammenfassung gefallen hat. Gibrans Werke sind immer wieder inspirierend - haben Sie einen Favoriten unter seinen Texten?
@@ralfbeckmann6167 Vielen Dank für Ihre Antwort und Ihre schönen Worte. "Der Prophet" ist wirklich ein zeitloses Werk, und die Kapitel über Liebe, Tod und Kinder berühren auf eine Weise, die direkt ins Herz geht. Diese Texte haben auch mich inspiriert und zeigen, wie tief Kahlil Gibrans Worte die menschliche Erfahrung erfassen. Ich danke Ihnen herzlich für Ihren Segen und wünsche Ihnen ebenfalls alles Gute und Gottes reichen Segen in Ihrem Leben. Es freut mich sehr, solche tiefgehenden Gedanken mit Ihnen teilen zu können. 🙏✨
@@BoldBooksandBones Sie beherrschen auf wunderbare Weise meine Muttersprache. In allen Kulturen findet man Menschen die tiefe, transzendente Wahrheiten ausdrücken. Das Tao Te King, die Bhagavad Gita, Siddhartha etc. Auch Träume und Nahtoderfahrungen haben diese poetische Note. Der limitierende Faktor ist die Sprache.
You are very welcome Eddy. Thank you for your kind words and encouragements. It is for people like you that I make these stories. I wish you a nice day 🌟
Hello to Canada! Thank you so much for watching-I’m glad you enjoyed the episode! Kahlil Gibran’s work has such a universal appeal; it’s wonderful to connect with others who appreciate his wisdom. Do you have a favorite piece of his?
@@BoldBooksandBones I’ve been reading him for years and I can honestly say that his writings speak differently to whatever part of my heart is most open at the time The Prophet meant something different when I read it for the first time at 15, then again as a 30yr old. I am now a grandmother and I look forward to finding out what will resonate with my heart I will binge watch your videos now. 🤓
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear from viewers around the world, especially from a beautiful country like Nepal. I'm glad you enjoy the videos-do you have a favorite topic or book you'd like me to cover?
I also was 16 when I first read the Prophet and stragely enough our bookshelf at home was very small, 1 dictionary and a few books and neither my dad nor my mom had ever noticed it No one inthe house knew where it came from. I read it several times during my life and now at 70 years old I can say this book changed my perspective on life and probably the way I led my life after reading it. 🪔
What an incredible story! It’s fascinating how The Prophet found its way into your home, almost as if it was meant to be there for you. It’s amazing how a single book can resonate so deeply and guide us throughout different stages of life. Reading it at 16 and now reflecting on it at 70-what a journey! Thank you for sharing such a personal and inspiring connection to this timeless work. 🪔 I wish you a wonderful WE, Lieven
@@BoldBooksandBones Thank you so much, I wanted to add that I read somewhere about Khalil Gibran and what the review said was that he himself was 16 when he wrote that book. I don't know how true that is since I can't remember the source so I hesitated about sharing this for fear it would be thought a little too paranormal but lest's face it lots of strange things happen when one is on a quest for wisdom and knowledge. 🔮
Thank you for your work. Gibran is from my hometown, I would like to add some notes to his bio: Gibran is NOT an Arab person, he is a Lebanese (huge difference). His family was not broken, just his father had a fear of traveling, he stayed behind to manage the property they own, hoping for the family to come back to the homeland. Blessings
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your insights about Kahlil Gibran. It's always valuable to hear from someone with a personal connection to his hometown. I appreciate your perspective regarding Gibran's identity. Many people see the term 'Arab' as encompassing various peoples and cultures, including Lebanese, due to shared language and regional history. However, I fully understand that many Lebanese, like Gibran, may identify more strongly with their unique Lebanese heritage, which has its own rich and ancient history, including the Phoenician roots. For example, as a Flemish person, I often hear my language referred to as a dialect of German or Dutch, even though we have our own distinct Belgian culture. While I appreciate and respect German and Dutch cultures, I can relate to the desire to maintain and express a unique national identity. So I completely understand your point about Lebanese identity. :-) Regarding Gibran's family, I appreciate the added context. My understanding was based on a biography of his life, but I recognize that interpretations of history can vary. It’s always wonderful to hear a more localized perspective from someone with deeper ties to the culture. I have not yet had the pleasure of visiting Lebanon, but what I know comes from books and conversations with Lebanese friends and colleagues who have lived abroad for many years. Thank you again for contributing to this discussion, and blessings to you as well!
Don't mind her she is delusional, lebonon is an arab country in the middle east and gibran wrote many books in his mother tongue arabic @@BoldBooksandBones
Gibran and other great Lebanese ,Syrian and Arab thinkers and Poets of that time believed in a greater nation and united political entities whether it was greater Syria or as independent Arab nations from colonialism and Ottoman rule, they also believed in the Arab identity in its broader dimension culturally and linguistically without any inferiority complex and dreamed of the independence and development of the Levant and Middle East peoples. Khalil's name and family name were Arabic and he wrote his most beautiful poems and literature in Arabic (and English). Gibran was spiritually influenced by Bahaism and Islamic Sophism and he was excommunicated from the Maronite Church because he attacked the corrupt religious institutions and extremism, however the excommunication was later rescinded after Gibran's popularity. He loved Lebanon and attacked sectarian conflicts and divisions and never considered himself as a Phoenician and he never pioneered any form of Lebanese Nationalism or Phoenician ideology as created by extreme right wing Christian Lebanese parties.
Hello @priyadarshimohit Ok, I got that remark before 😁. I admire his work, hope one day my video’s are as good as his. (I have a long way to go 😅). Hope you enjoyed the video. Do you read books by Kahlil Gibran?
I loved this bio and presentation of Gibran Khalil Gibran. I wish you tressed his natural talent as much as you mentioned the influential people in his life. Without talent and intelligence on his part, he wouldn’t have shined the way he did.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! 🙏 You’re absolutely right-Gibran’s immense talent and intelligence were central to his success, and I truly appreciate you highlighting that. While I wanted to emphasize the influential figures around him, I agree that without his own unique genius, none of it would have been possible. I believe we all have the potential to create something special, and it’s when we find the right conditions to express ourselves that this potential truly shines. Thank you again for your input, and I wish you a wonderful day!
Thank you so much! 🙏 I'm really glad you enjoyed the episode and found it helpful. 'The Prophet' is such a powerful book. Thank you for your kind words 😊🎉
I have " The Prophet," but I read his book titled "The Nature Of Love," I remember lending this book to a friend, and she never returned the book to me. I haven't been able to find the book. One should never lend our books. Most people never return them. 😢
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. His poetry is beautiful and captures so much of his philosophy. In The Prophet, he expands on many of the same themes in a way that's almost poetic in itself. Do you have a favorite poem of his?
We’ll done, my friend. Gibran is one of my favorite poets. His work truly moves me
I’ve always felt that art is without context until needed by an individual, thus the individual provides the context so necessary to any work of art to aid in the personal elevation of the individual.
That’s what it does for me anyway!
Excellent presentation.
Revisiting Kahlil Gibran's
at 70. I came across
The Prophet in my 20..
still have it.
Greatly appreciate your
putting all these together so well.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's wonderful that you've kept your copy of The Prophet all these years. Revisiting Gibran's wisdom at different stages of life can bring fresh insights and a deeper understanding. I'm glad you enjoyed the episode-it's truly rewarding to hear that it resonated with you. 🙏📖
This was an inspiring video, Lieven. I will turn 70 by the end of this year, and have not read anything by Kahlil Gibran, but now I will. The Prophet is now in my library of audiobooks, and i will listen while taking a long walk the Singapore's Botanic Garden, which is just behind where I live. Thank you for sharing your inspiration. 🙏
Hello Patrick! Nice to read a message from you again 🤗 I'm glad to hear that you found the video inspiring! Kahlil Gibran's "The Prophet" is truly a masterpiece, and I'm sure you'll enjoy experiencing it through the audiobook format. Taking a long walk in the serene setting of Singapore's Botanic Garden while listening sounds like a perfect way to immerse yourself in Gibran's timeless wisdom. Thank you for sharing your plans, and I hope the experience enriches your life even further. Warm regards, Lieven 🌿📚
I have the first edition of this book 📖 I purchased it from a thrift store it was in a box full of old dusty books I dusted it off and bought it for 25 cents it was written in 1923
I turn 70 next month … ❤Bless You
You're a soft-spoken man. The gift from the Most High! And I loved his books.
You’ve once again moved me to purchase another book! Thank you!
That is nice 😊. Enjoy reading and thank you for following my channel 🙏🏽👍
Khalil Gibran is my first touch to Literature. I was unaware that I just touched a poem inked by the whole of the university onto a piece of paper.
I first read Gibran when I was 14, and he has become one of my favorite writers since. This is a wonderful episode about this great man and his favorite work! Well done!
Hello @enestaylan118 🌟 Thank you so much for your kind words on the Kahlil Gibran episode. It means a lot to me that you enjoyed it. 😊 How wonderful that you discovered Gibran's work at such a young age! Reading 'The Prophet' at 14 must have been quite the experience. It's amazing how certain books stay with us and become lifelong treasures. 📚 Your support fuels my passion for sharing stories about books and authors. I wish you a wonderful day and sending warm wishes your way!
Your description of The Profit is right on. It explained how life and approach to it opened my eyes, broke my heart, and changed my thinking and understanding. It came into my hands in my early 30s I have shared it with others. At 81 it it still one of four books that had a profound influence on my life.
That’s such a beautiful testimony to the impact of The Prophet. I’m deeply moved to hear how it opened your eyes, broke your heart, and changed your understanding of life. It’s incredible how a book can resonate so profoundly and remain influential throughout our lives. Thank you for sharing your experience, and for passing on this timeless wisdom to others. You made me very curious now, may I ask which other 3 books influenced your life profoundly?
This is a remarkable episode. It answered the same question I’ve had about the book and Gibran. His writings on Teaching and on Friendship have a new meaning for me. Seek good company, be fortunate to find good mentors. “Your friend is your needs answered. (…) If he must know the ebb of your tide, let him know its flood also.”
Indeed my friend.
Thank you for this wonderful video. I first discovered The Prophet when I was in high school many years ago. This is my favorite of his works. I have given copies of this book to my friends. Everyone should read this beautiful and inspirational book.
Hello @LisaSmith-ie7gq Thank you so much for your kind words! It's wonderful to hear that The Prophet has had such a lasting impact on you since high school. It's truly a timeless and inspirational work. Giving copies to your friends is a lovely way to share its wisdom. I agree, everyone can benefit from reading Kahlil Gibran's beautiful and thought-provoking book. Thank you for watching and sharing your story! I wish you a wonderful day.
I read the book The Prophet in my 20's. It opened up my mind and my heart.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's wonderful to hear that 'The Prophet' had such a profound impact on you. It's amazing how a book can open our minds and hearts, offering new perspectives and insights. I'm glad my episode resonated with you. Do you have any favorite passages or lessons from the book that stood out to you?
Vielen Dank für die Zusammenfassung.
Vielen Dank für Ihren Kommentar! Es freut mich, dass Ihnen die Zusammenfassung gefallen hat. Gibrans Werke sind immer wieder inspirierend - haben Sie einen Favoriten unter seinen Texten?
Der Prophet, von der Liebe, vom Tod und von den Kindern. Ich wünsche Ihnen Gottes Segen bei Ihrem Tun.
@@ralfbeckmann6167 Vielen Dank für Ihre Antwort und Ihre schönen Worte. "Der Prophet" ist wirklich ein zeitloses Werk, und die Kapitel über Liebe, Tod und Kinder berühren auf eine Weise, die direkt ins Herz geht. Diese Texte haben auch mich inspiriert und zeigen, wie tief Kahlil Gibrans Worte die menschliche Erfahrung erfassen.
Ich danke Ihnen herzlich für Ihren Segen und wünsche Ihnen ebenfalls alles Gute und Gottes reichen Segen in Ihrem Leben. Es freut mich sehr, solche tiefgehenden Gedanken mit Ihnen teilen zu können. 🙏✨
@@BoldBooksandBones Sie beherrschen auf wunderbare Weise meine Muttersprache. In allen Kulturen findet man Menschen die tiefe, transzendente Wahrheiten ausdrücken. Das Tao Te King, die Bhagavad Gita, Siddhartha etc. Auch Träume und Nahtoderfahrungen haben diese poetische Note. Der limitierende Faktor ist die Sprache.
Thank You truly interesting and inspiring.
You are welcome 🙏🏽😊
Happy birthday my friend!
Thank you my friend 🤩
Thank you for this initiation into the Beauty of poetry, and adding a fourth B to BB@B.
You are very welcome Eddy. Thank you for your kind words and encouragements. It is for people like you that I make these stories. I wish you a nice day 🌟
I’m a veteran with PTSD and Defeat, is a life changing poem for any soldier that suffers.
Thank you for sharing. I did not know about this poem. It is remarkable to say the least. Thank you again and I wish you a wonderful day.
Hello from Canada. A lovely presentation of Khalil Gibran❤thank you!
Hello to Canada! Thank you so much for watching-I’m glad you enjoyed the episode! Kahlil Gibran’s work has such a universal appeal; it’s wonderful to connect with others who appreciate his wisdom. Do you have a favorite piece of his?
@@BoldBooksandBones I’ve been reading him for years and I can honestly say that his writings speak differently to whatever part of my heart is most open at the time The Prophet meant something different when I read it for the first time at 15, then again as a 30yr old. I am now a grandmother and I look forward to finding out what will resonate with my heart I will binge watch your videos now. 🤓
I am from Nepal, I really liked your videos.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear from viewers around the world, especially from a beautiful country like Nepal. I'm glad you enjoy the videos-do you have a favorite topic or book you'd like me to cover?
I also was 16 when I first read the Prophet and stragely enough our bookshelf at home was very small, 1 dictionary and a few books and neither my dad nor my mom had ever noticed it No one inthe house knew where it came from. I read it several times during my life and now at 70 years old I can say this book changed my perspective on life and probably the way I led my life after reading it. 🪔
What an incredible story! It’s fascinating how The Prophet found its way into your home, almost as if it was meant to be there for you. It’s amazing how a single book can resonate so deeply and guide us throughout different stages of life. Reading it at 16 and now reflecting on it at 70-what a journey! Thank you for sharing such a personal and inspiring connection to this timeless work. 🪔 I wish you a wonderful WE, Lieven
@@BoldBooksandBones Thank you so much, I wanted to add that I read somewhere about Khalil Gibran and what the review said was that he himself was 16 when he wrote that book. I don't know how true that is since I can't remember the source so I hesitated about sharing this for fear it would be thought a little too paranormal but lest's face it lots of strange things happen when one is on a quest for wisdom and knowledge. 🔮
Thank you for your insight and wisdom!
Hello @JimKiev Thank you for your kind words. I’m happy that you like the episode. Is Kahlil Gibran a writer that you read? Warm regards, Lieven
Thank you for your work. Gibran is from my hometown, I would like to add some notes to his bio: Gibran is NOT an Arab person, he is a Lebanese (huge difference). His family was not broken, just his father had a fear of traveling, he stayed behind to manage the property they own, hoping for the family to come back to the homeland.
Blessings
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your insights about Kahlil Gibran. It's always valuable to hear from someone with a personal connection to his hometown.
I appreciate your perspective regarding Gibran's identity. Many people see the term 'Arab' as encompassing various peoples and cultures, including Lebanese, due to shared language and regional history. However, I fully understand that many Lebanese, like Gibran, may identify more strongly with their unique Lebanese heritage, which has its own rich and ancient history, including the Phoenician roots. For example, as a Flemish person, I often hear my language referred to as a dialect of German or Dutch, even though we have our own distinct Belgian culture. While I appreciate and respect German and Dutch cultures, I can relate to the desire to maintain and express a unique national identity. So I completely understand your point about Lebanese identity. :-)
Regarding Gibran's family, I appreciate the added context. My understanding was based on a biography of his life, but I recognize that interpretations of history can vary. It’s always wonderful to hear a more localized perspective from someone with deeper ties to the culture. I have not yet had the pleasure of visiting Lebanon, but what I know comes from books and conversations with Lebanese friends and colleagues who have lived abroad for many years.
Thank you again for contributing to this discussion, and blessings to you as well!
Don't mind her she is delusional, lebonon is an arab country in the middle east and gibran wrote many books in his mother tongue arabic @@BoldBooksandBones
Gibran and other great Lebanese ,Syrian and Arab thinkers and Poets of that time believed in a greater nation and united political entities whether it was greater Syria or as independent Arab nations from colonialism and Ottoman rule, they also believed in the Arab identity in its broader dimension culturally and linguistically without any inferiority complex and dreamed of the independence and development of the Levant and Middle East peoples. Khalil's name and family name were Arabic and he wrote his most beautiful poems and literature in Arabic (and English). Gibran was spiritually influenced by Bahaism and Islamic Sophism and he was excommunicated from the Maronite Church because he attacked the corrupt religious institutions and extremism, however the excommunication was later rescinded after Gibran's popularity.
He loved Lebanon and attacked sectarian conflicts and divisions and never considered himself as a Phoenician and he never pioneered any form of Lebanese Nationalism or Phoenician ideology as created by extreme right wing Christian Lebanese parties.
Amazing video
Thank you for your nice comment. I’m happy that you like the episode.
Your voice is like Werner Herzog's. I almost felt he was speaking when the video started!
Hello @priyadarshimohit Ok, I got that remark before 😁. I admire his work, hope one day my video’s are as good as his. (I have a long way to go 😅). Hope you enjoyed the video. Do you read books by Kahlil Gibran?
I loved this bio and presentation of Gibran Khalil Gibran. I wish you tressed his natural talent as much as you mentioned the influential people in his life. Without talent and intelligence on his part, he wouldn’t have shined the way he did.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! 🙏 You’re absolutely right-Gibran’s immense talent and intelligence were central to his success, and I truly appreciate you highlighting that. While I wanted to emphasize the influential figures around him, I agree that without his own unique genius, none of it would have been possible. I believe we all have the potential to create something special, and it’s when we find the right conditions to express ourselves that this potential truly shines. Thank you again for your input, and I wish you a wonderful day!
Such a cool video.
Thank you so much! 🙏 I’m really glad you enjoyed the video. Kahlil Gibran’s work is so inspiring. How did you get across the work of Kahlil Gibran?
Really worth book The Prophet ...Ur nice and soft spoken person.. appreciate ur explanation 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you so much! 🙏 I'm really glad you enjoyed the episode and found it helpful. 'The Prophet' is such a powerful book. Thank you for your kind words 😊🎉
I have " The Prophet," but I read his book titled "The Nature Of Love," I remember lending this book to a friend, and she never returned the book to me. I haven't been able to find the book. One should never lend our books. Most people never return them. 😢
Thank you for sharing the book «The Nature of Love ». I will look it up. I wish you a wonderful day and hope your book will still return to you.
11:50 The prophet
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@@tobyalza7220 You are welcome 🙏🏽
I have only read his peoms
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. His poetry is beautiful and captures so much of his philosophy. In The Prophet, he expands on many of the same themes in a way that's almost poetic in itself. Do you have a favorite poem of his?
The children of G474 are the sons and daughters of life's longing for itself.