nicolaspratt's review against another edition
5.0
Really interesting sudo-Biblical book with very similar vibes to Proverbs. Definitely a good short-read to help encourage and challenge oneself.
homieloverfriendx's review against another edition
4.0
Loved it so much! Definitely going to re-read.
annemariewellswriter's review against another edition
4.0
This was a really interesting work by Coelho. After reading the Alchemist, I have been searching for a work of his that recreated the feelings I had for his first novel. This came close, but near the end, I started to pull away when the idea of noble war was discussed. I couldn't have disagreed more.
dancegirl3333's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
tamara_mousa's review against another edition
4.0
You can find a summary about it in my blog- https://www.tamarayousefmousa.com/
ayeshalovesfable's review against another edition
5.0
In The Alchemist, like we all know a traveler thinks about his existence and history and works on his spiritual development but then a mysterious man shows up who teaches him a real lesson in life. Similarly this sort of thing happens in MFIA book. As the title of this book suggests, the author has provided some historical facts with references. This book is more like a collection of fables and each chapter teaches us something valuable.
To a reader who is greatly interested in exploring his spirituality, this book is really precious. Paulo Coelho is the voice of spirituality in some ways.
The setting of this offering by Paulo Coelho is in Jerusalem. The date is July,14,1099. Most of the inhabitants of the city at this time practice 3 religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The city was facing an invasion by French crusaders. The only option is running away or fighting till death. People who are vexed by the uncertainty of the situation gather around a wise Greek man who is known as the Copt. When the people of every age, gender and faith have gathered there then a series of questions by people and the revealing answers by the Copt follows there. Many of them asked about what will happen next day but other ask about some different topics such as love, disappointment, fear, fortune, success and life purpose. The Copt then tells smart things about these questions with his spiritual insight.
MFIA book is an exploration of everyday wisdom and joy. In Paulo Coelho signature style this short volume offers inspiration, solace and encouragement to enrich one's life.
Although every single line of this book carries wisdom but my most favorite line from this book which actually talks about beauty and self-confidence is as follow:
"We stop being the moonlight and become, instead, the pool of water reflecting it."
You can read this no matter from which faith you belong. Choose this book when you need the best kind of motivation and also need to recharge yourself. It's short and easy to understand. It contains the essence of life
To a reader who is greatly interested in exploring his spirituality, this book is really precious. Paulo Coelho is the voice of spirituality in some ways.
The setting of this offering by Paulo Coelho is in Jerusalem. The date is July,14,1099. Most of the inhabitants of the city at this time practice 3 religions: Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The city was facing an invasion by French crusaders. The only option is running away or fighting till death. People who are vexed by the uncertainty of the situation gather around a wise Greek man who is known as the Copt. When the people of every age, gender and faith have gathered there then a series of questions by people and the revealing answers by the Copt follows there. Many of them asked about what will happen next day but other ask about some different topics such as love, disappointment, fear, fortune, success and life purpose. The Copt then tells smart things about these questions with his spiritual insight.
MFIA book is an exploration of everyday wisdom and joy. In Paulo Coelho signature style this short volume offers inspiration, solace and encouragement to enrich one's life.
Although every single line of this book carries wisdom but my most favorite line from this book which actually talks about beauty and self-confidence is as follow:
"We stop being the moonlight and become, instead, the pool of water reflecting it."
You can read this no matter from which faith you belong. Choose this book when you need the best kind of motivation and also need to recharge yourself. It's short and easy to understand. It contains the essence of life
anneacker17's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
nasimxa's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
3.75
Schöne Anekdoten versteckt und die Formulierung angenehm, packt einen aber nicht unbedingt und der Geschichts-Rahmen ist unpassend.
roryta86reads's review against another edition
4.0
This book was utterly beautiful. I wanted to savor it and take me time with it. But every time I read a little, I want to read more. Eventually, I read more than half of the book today.
It's filled with metaphors and it does sound like a fortune cookie probably most of the time, but there lies the beauty of the metaphors. This book reminded me so much of the Prophet, and I believe it was somehow, loosely based on that book.
Another great find by Coelho.
It's filled with metaphors and it does sound like a fortune cookie probably most of the time, but there lies the beauty of the metaphors. This book reminded me so much of the Prophet, and I believe it was somehow, loosely based on that book.
Another great find by Coelho.
nandhyp's review against another edition
4.0
great book!!
told us about life and what the author see from this life.
Can not read it just once, I love some of the statements
told us about life and what the author see from this life.
Can not read it just once, I love some of the statements