Khalil Gibran - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 06, 1883 |
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| Died | April 10, 1931 (age 48) |
| Birthplace | Bsharri, Mount Lebanon Mutasarrifate, Ottoman Empire (today Lebanon) |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Khalil Gibran's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Known For | 'The Prophet' (1923), a widely translated collection of philosophical essays and poems |
Intro
Khalil Gibran was a Lebanese-American writer, poet, and artist renowned for his philosophical essays and poetic works, especially 'The Prophet' (1923), a collection of poetic essays that has achieved global acclaim and widespread translation. His works explore themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, establishing him as one of the most influential literary figures of the early 20th century.
Early Life & Background
Gibran was born in Bsharri, then part of Ottoman-ruled Mount Lebanon, into a Maronite Catholic family. Due to financial difficulties and seeking better opportunities, his mother emigrated with him and his siblings to the United States in 1895, settling in Boston, Massachusetts. Gibran received early education both in Lebanon and the U.S., fostering his interest in literature and the arts.
Career Highlights
- Publication of 'The Prophet' (1923), his best-known work
- Gibran's artwork was exhibited in Paris and other cities; he was also an accomplished painter and visual artist
- Other notable works include 'The Madman' (1918), 'Sand and Foam' (1926), and 'Jesus the Son of Man' (1928)
- His writings and poems have been influential in both Arab and Western literary circles
Trivia
- 'The Prophet' has never been out of print since its publication in 1923
- Gibran is the third best-selling poet of all time, after Shakespeare and Laozi
- His works are celebrated both in the Arab world and in Western countries for their mystical and philosophical style
FAQs
People also ask
Khalil Gibran was born the 6 January 1883.
Bsharri, Mount Lebanon Mutasarrifate, Ottoman Empire (today Lebanon).
On His Birth-Day
About January 6th, 1883, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 6th, 1883 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
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