Mikhail Naimy: The Book of Mirdad

What does it mean to live in a world where Heaven and Earth are not separate realms but one reality waiting to be revealed? Mikhail Naimy's The Book of Mirdad is a timeless allegorical masterpiece, a spiritual classic that has touched the hearts of millions of readers since its publication in 1948. Set at a monastery built on the site where Noah's Ark came to rest after the Flood, this poetic work presents the teachings of Mirdad, the abbot who guides his disciples through profound lessons on love, unity, freedom, and the transformation of consciousness. Written by a contemporary of Kahlil Gibran, The Book of Mirdad weaves legend, mysticism, philosophy, and poetry into a powerful vision of spiritual awakening and the coming revelation of Heaven on Earth.

At first glance, The Book of Mirdad might seem like a simple allegory—a wise teacher offering lessons to his students. But Mirdad's teachings go far deeper, challenging us to see beyond the dualities that divide us: self and other, Heaven and Earth, sacred and profane. Through dialogues with his disciples, Mirdad explores themes such as love as the unifying force of existence, obedience to the divine will, the illusion of separation, repentance as transformation, and the cycle of life and death. He calls on humanity to prepare for a new deluge—not of water, but of consciousness—when the barriers between Heaven and Earth will dissolve and we will see reality as it truly is: one, whole, and sacred.

For readers seeking contemplative wisdom, The Book of Mirdad offers a profound guide to spiritual transformation and the vision of unity. Naimy doesn't offer dogma or doctrine; he invites us into a poetic, mystical vision of existence where love is the ultimate reality and awakening is our birthright. This is a book for anyone who has loved The Prophet, The Little Prince, or The Alchemist, who seeks wisdom that transcends religious boundaries, who longs for a vision of Heaven revealed on Earth. It's a reminder that the deepest truth is unity, and that the spiritual journey is not about escaping the world but about seeing it with new eyes.

What You'll Discover

• Mikhail Naimy's spiritual classic and allegorical masterpiece
• Teachings of Mirdad, abbot of the monastery built where Noah's Ark came to rest
• Dialogues on love, unity, freedom, repentance, and the cycle of life and death
• Poetic blend of legend, mysticism, philosophy, and spiritual wisdom
• Vision of Heaven revealed on Earth through transformation of consciousness
• For readers of The Prophet, The Little Prince, and The Alchemist

Mikhail Naimy (1889-1988) was a Lebanese poet, novelist, and spiritual writer who became one of the most influential voices in modern Arabic literature. A close friend and contemporary of Kahlil Gibran, Naimy was a founding member of the Pen League, a literary society that sought to renew Arabic literature with spiritual and philosophical depth. The Book of Mirdad, published in 1948, is his most celebrated work, offering a vision of spiritual unity and transformation that has resonated with readers across cultures and traditions. Written in poetic, allegorical language, it stands as a timeless classic of mystical literature, calling humanity to awaken to the oneness of all existence.

Perfect for: Readers seeking mystical and allegorical spiritual literature, fans of Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet, those drawn to The Little Prince and The Alchemist, anyone interested in interfaith wisdom and universal spirituality, readers exploring unity consciousness and spiritual transformation, admirers of poetic and philosophical allegory, seekers navigating the vision of Heaven on Earth, students of Lebanese and Arabic spiritual literature, those interested in the intersection of mysticism and poetry.

Watkins Publishing paperback edition. Naimy's mystical masterpiece—offering poetic teachings on love, unity, and the revelation of Heaven on Earth.