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The Fifth Mountain - By Paulo Coelho


“Everything that happens once can never happen again. But everything that happens twice will surely happen a third time.”

Another book by Paulo Coelho, one of my most loved authors. I am always naturally drawn to his books; they feel like small life lessons rather than just stories.

I read The Fifth Mountain during the Covid time, and strangely, I finished the whole book while walking. I didn’t sit in one place to read it. I don’t know why, but that’s how this book stayed with me.

Paulo Coelho’s writing always takes you closer to your inner self. His books gently guide you on a spiritual path and make you think about your own life while reading.

This story is based on the divine prophet Elijah and feels more real and emotional than Coelho’s usual style. It shows Elijah facing ban, loneliness, love, loss, and many struggles. Through his journey, the book shows that faith is not about believing without questions. Doubt, pain, and confusion are also part of growing.

The language is simple but strong. The “Fifth Mountain” stands for the biggest challenge in life, the one that changes us and makes us stronger.

The book softly reminds us that pain is not always a punishment, and sometimes our true purpose becomes clear only after loss. It may not be as popular as The Alchemist, but it is deeper and more meaningful, especially for those going through tough times or searching for answers.

“When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.”

AS: Happy Reading! 😀

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