Lazarus and his Beloved
Lazarus and His Beloved is a collection of short stories by Kahlil Gibran, the renowned Lebanese-American poet and philosopher. The stories explore the themes of love, loss, and redemption, as well as the power of faith and the beauty of nature. The title story, “Lazarus and His Beloved,” follows the story of a man who is brought back to life by a mysterious woman. He is filled with joy and gratitude, and his newfound faith in God leads him to a life of service and devotion. The other stories in the collection explore similar themes, such as the power of love, the importance of faith, and the beauty of nature. In “The Voice of the Master,” a man is inspired by a mysterious voice to pursue his dreams. In “The Garden of the Prophet,” a man finds solace in a garden that is filled with the beauty of nature. The stories in Lazarus and His Beloved are filled with wisdom and insight, and they offer readers a glimpse into the beauty of life and the power of faith.
By Kahlil Gibran · First published 1931 · Genre: Romance, Philosophical Fiction, Fantasy · 3 chapters · 5,019 words
First lines
Lazarus; Mary, his sister; Martha, his sister; The mother of Lazarus; Philip, a disciple; A Madman.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Kahlil Gibran
- Date: 1931 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Philosophical Fiction, Fantasy
- Length: 5,019 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 190 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The title of the book, 'Lazarus and his Beloved', implies a romantic relationship between the two characters, and the plot of the book follows the development of this relationship.
- Philosophical Fiction — Kahlil Gibran is known for his philosophical writing, and this book is no exception. It explores themes of love, life, and death, and is written in a poetic and philosophical style.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as the resurrection of Lazarus and his journey to the afterlife. These elements add an element of the supernatural to the story.
Tags
Aphorism · Fable · Fragments Of Conversation · Letter · Parable · Poetry · Politicalessay · Short Story · beloved · brother · called · children
Contents
- Chapter 1: The Cast
- Chapter 2: The Scene
- Chapter 3: The Play