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The Pilgrimage

The Pilgrimage
Paulo CoelhoOriginal title O diario de un mago (Spanish, 1987)

The Pilgrimage is a 1987 novel by Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho. It is a recollection of Paulo's experiences as he made his way across northern Spain on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. The novel serves as part adventure story, part guide to self-discovery.

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“Death is our constant companion, and it is death that gives each person's life its true meaning.”

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“Have pity on those who are fearful of taking up a pen, or a paintbrush, or an instrument, or a tool because they are afraid that someone has already done so better than they could…”

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“Teaching is only demonstrating that it is possible. Learning is making it possible for yourself.”

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“It's a good idea always to do something relaxing prior to making an important decision in your life.”

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“A disciple… can never imitate his guide's steps. You have your own way of living your life, of dealing with problems, and of winning. Teaching is only demonstrating that it is possible. Learning is making it possible for yourself.”

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“Once a problem is solved, its simplicity is amazing.”

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“I wept because I was re-experiencing the enthusiasm of my childhood; I was once again a child, and nothing in the world could cause me harm.”

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“We must never stop dreaming. Dreams provide nourishment for the soul, just as a meal does for the body.”

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“she wanted to dance with someone who would embrace her in the way she dreamed of since adolescence.”

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“We always know which is the best road to follow, but we follow only the road that we have become accustomed to.”

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“What people regard as vanity—leaving great works, having children, acting in such a way as to prevent one's name from being forgotten—I regard as the highest expression of human dignity.”

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