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"Sand and Foam" is a collection of aphorisms and reflections by Kahlil Gibran, first published in 1926. Known for his poetic style and profound insights, Gibran’s work in this book explores themes of love, life, humanity, and spirituality through a series of succinct and often paradoxical statements. Here are a few notable excerpts from "Sand and Foam":
1. "I am forever walking upon these shores, betwixt the sand and the foam. The high tide will erase my footprints, and the wind will blow away the foam. But the sea and the shore will remain forever."
2. "Half of what I say is meaningless; but I say it so that the other half may reach you."
3. "A sense of humor is a sense of proportion."
4. "A poet is a dethroned king sitting among the ashes of his palace trying to fashion an image out of the ashes."
5. "We are all like the bright moon; we still have our darker side."
6. "If you reveal your secrets to the wind, you should not blame the wind for revealing them to the trees."
7. "You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth."
Gibran's use of vivid imagery and metaphor invites readers to reflect deeply on their own lives and experiences. The book is valued for its philosophical insights and poetic beauty, making it a timeless piece of literature.
