Always speak the truth, think before you speak, and write it down afterwards. - Lewis Carroll (1832-1898)

Multimedia Collage by Gillian Ross

Truth whispers in your ear

Wearing nothing but a thick coat of knowledge

He knows everything but to lie

In the Alchemist, one of the most important theme that is shown is truth. During the protagonist's journey to find his destiny, he learns the Language of the World and to trust his heart. He learns that he must be truthful and follow his heart to successfully find his destiny. Coelho sends an important message that the only thing that prevents us from achieving our destiny is our fear of failure and our disbelief of our destiny. Being honest to yourself and following our destiny is the best way to be truthful.