The Vision: Reflections on the Way of the Soul (Arkana) (Paperback)

by Kahlil Gibran (Author), Robin H. Waterfield (Editor), Juan R. I. Cole (Translator)
Key Phrases: Salim Effendi

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Product Description
In search of the "truth", Gibran could find no single religious tradition which completely revealed its intention. Thus he wove together insights from Eastern Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, American Transcendentalism, and the folklore of his native Lebanon to create his own universal "Anthem of Humanity"--which is this superb selection.

Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Arabic

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics) (January 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140195548
• ISBN-13: 978-0140195545
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #97,441 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book!, August 8, 1999

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This review is from: The Vision (Hardcover)

Each short is unique and beautiful. The way he articulates, the metaphors he uses, the message he puts forth....It all comes together and just makes you smile! And I smiled and nodded my head while reading most of this book. I couldn't put it down. I read it straight through in one sitting, and I'm about to go through it again. I really felt this book and learned a great deal from it. From the first sentence of the first reflection and on from there I was and still am captivated.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the vision, June 15, 2008

By	Matthew Armington (worcester, ma.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

kahlil gibran is a master at provoking the senses with his metaphysical poetry. this book delves into the human condition within relationships and gives the reader a unique perspective from several points of view. it's rare to find an author with this kind of depth and profound awareness.