The Prophet is made up of 26 beautifully poetic meditations. It has inspired countless song lyrics, political speeches and has been read out at weddings and funerals all around the world since Kahlil Gibran was first published it in 1923. It follows Almustapha, a wise man who is about to journey back to his homeland after 12 years in exile on an imaginary island when the people from the island gather and beseech him to give insight on the key questions in life. Throughout the years, this simple yet inspirational book has touched and inspired people from all walks of life.