The Prophet

Why do you sometimes want to do things that are not allowed?
How much money should you give to others when you’re rich?
Is it okay to pray if you don’t believe in a god?
Why is it so hard to be happy all the time?'

Almustafa, a very wise man who lived in the city of Orphalese for 12 years, decides to return to his homeland. But before he leaves, the children want to ask him all sorts of questions. Almustafa’s answers challenge young readers to reflect on life’s important questions, whether on their own or together, at home or at school. Readers can learn a lot from his teachings – about themselves, about others, and about the world.

'The Prophet', Khalil Gibran’s classic masterpiece, was published in 1923 and became a worldwide bestseller. In this adaptation, Tiny Fisscher, who has already successfully adapted several classics, unlocks Gibran’s life lessons for a younger audience. Parents and teachers can make use of the book when starting a conversation with children. Besides that, adults who are curious about the original book may find this a more accessible version.

The wonderful illustrations by Pyhai, full of symbolism and magic, add additional depth to the text.

“Grown-ups often talk about love. Could you tell us more about that?”
“Love,” Almustafa said, “what a beautiful question. Well, isn’t love what life is all about?”