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“Maktub” is a phrase first used by the crystal merchant who employs Santiago, and later it is adopted by other characters, including Santiago, the camel driver, and Fatima. The phrase means, “It is written,” and it is used by these characters to express their conviction that some things are “meant to be.”
In The Alchemist, "maktub" translates to "it is written," signifying fate or destiny. This concept, rooted in the belief that one's destiny is predetermined by higher powers, is frequently...
Maktub is an Islamic concept that means Allah writes our fate and whatever we experience is because it is meant to be, written by his hand. "Maktub," the merchant said, finally. "What does that mean?"
Mar 5, 2024 · An essential companion to the inspirational classic The Alchemist, filled with timeless stories of reflection and rediscovery. From one of the greatest writers of our age comes a collection of stories and parables unlocking the mysteries of the human condition.
- Paulo Coelho
Gathered from Paulo Coelho’s daily column of the same name, Maktub, meaning “it is written,” invites seekers on a journey of faith, self-reflection, and transformation. As Paulo Coelho explains, “Maktub is not a book of advice—but an exchange of experiences.”
Jan 1, 2001 · Maktub is not a book of advice, but an exchange of experiences. Most of the texts refer to teachings that Paulo Coelho received from his master over 11 years. Others are reports from friends or unknown people who in one way or another left you an unforgettable message.
113 quotes from Maktub: ‘Certain things in life simply have to be experienced -and never explained. Love is such a thing.’
