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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Mukesh Thapliyal

Quote of the day by Khalil Gibran: 'Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to...' - Timeless wisdom on the power of accepting uncertainty

Quote of the day by Khalil Gibran: Khalil Gibran was a poet, writer, and philosopher whose words continue to inspire readers around the world. Born in 1883 in what is now Lebanon, he later moved to the United States, where he built a literary career that blended Eastern spiritual thought with Western literary style. His most famous book, 'The Prophet', is still widely read today and has been translated into many languages. Gibran grew up in a modest family and experienced hardship early in life. His childhood in Lebanon exposed him to nature, religion, and traditional storytelling, all of which shaped his imagination. In 1895, he immigrated to the United States with his mother and siblings. Living in Boston, he began to develop his artistic talent, first in drawing and later in writing. He studied art in Paris for a short time, where he was influenced by European thinkers and artists. This mix of cultures deeply shaped his voice as a writer, allowing him to express universal themes that crossed borders and languages.

KHALIL GIBRAN'S LITERARY WORK AND STYLE

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