If you have a dream in your heart, "The Alchemist" written by Paulo Coelho would be a good read to fuel the quest of attaining your dream.
 |
| ISBN 978-0-06-235530-0 |
According to the blurb on the back cover of this 25th Anniversary Edition:-
"Combining magic, mysticism, wisdom and wonder, The Alchemist has become a modern classic, selling millions of copies around the world and transforming the lives of countless readers across generations.
Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different -- and far more satisfying -- than he ever imagined.
Santiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and most importantly, to follow our dreams."
Here are some highlights to refresh you:
page 81:- "That's the principle that governs all things," he said. "In alchemy, it's called the Soul of the World. When you want something with all your heart, that's when you are closest to the Soul of the World. It's always a positive force."
page 136:- "What you need to realize is this: before a dream is realized, the Soul of the World tests everything that was learned along the way. It does this not because it is evil, but so that we can, in addition to realizing our dreams, master the lessons we've learned as we've moved toward that dream. That's the point at which most people give up. It's the point at which, as we say in the language of the desert, one 'dies of thirst just when the palm trees have appeared on the horizon.'
page 137:- "Every search begins with beginner's luck. And every search ends with the victor's being severely tested." The boy remembered an old proverb from his country. It said that the darkest hour of the night came just before the dawn.
page 140:- The boy watched the exchange with fascination. "You dominated those horsemen with the way you looked at them," he said. "Your eyes show the strength of your soul," answered the alchemist.
page 141:- "You already know about alchemy. It is about penetrating the Soul of the World, and discovering the treasure that has been reserved for you."
page 144:-"What is an alchemist?" he asked, finally. "It's a man who understands nature and the world."
page 157:- The boy reached through to the Soul of the World, and saw that it was a part of the Soul of God. And he saw that the Soul of God was his own soul. And that he, a boy, can perform miracles.
page 163:- The alchemist said, "No matter what he does, every person on earth plays central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn't know it.
Some takeaways from this bestseller are as follows:
* Be observant of the omens happening before your eyes. For example, notice the flight patterns of hawks in the sky and understand what it is alluding to.
* Trust what is in your heart and get further clarity on what is in your heart.
* Discover and develop your gift, and put them to good use as your journey towards your dream goal.
* Stay on course and never give up on your dream no matter how far-fetched it may be. Each day forward brings you closer to finding your treasure.
Click here for an excellent insight and summary of The Alchemist.
Click here for to check out The Alchemist and other books by Paulo Coelho.
Thank you for reading Daily Refreshing.
No comments:
Post a Comment