A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle.The Prophet, p. 45, 1923
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Kahlil Gibran was a Lebanese-American writer, poet, and visual artist, best known for his book "The Prophet," a collection of poetic essays blending mysticism, philosophy, and spirituality. His work has had a profound influence on readers around the world, making him one of the best-selling poets of all time.
1883–1931·lived 48 years
A little knowledge that acts is worth infinitely more than much knowledge that is idle.The Prophet, p. 45, 1923
Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.
Life without love is like a tree without blossoms or fruit.
Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding.
Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.The Prophet, p. 25, 1923
In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed.The Prophet, p. 75, 1923
Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.The Prophet, p. 87, 1923
You give but little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.The Prophet, p. 23, 1923
That’s all 8 quotes by Kahlil Gibran.