Important Quotes From The Alchemist

Lessons, Memories, and Values Gained

“‘If you can concentrate always on the present, you’ll be a happy man. You’ll see that there is life in the desert, that there are stars in the heavens, and that tribesmen fight because they are part of the human race.’” expresses the courageous camel driver (Coelho 87). Braving through the strong and dangerous desert, Santiago listens to those around him, including the leaders of the trip who seem to have no fear of their environment. Leaving behind his role as a shepherd, Santiago embarks on a difficult trip to a treasure seen in his dreams, during which, he receives words of wisdom from many. In The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho utilizes the lessons, memories, and values created during Santiago’s journey

“‘We are afraid of losing what we have, whether it’s our life or our possessions and property.’” solemnly states the camel driver (Coelho 79). During the seemingly endless journey through the desert, Santiago has no choice but to talk to those around him and listen to the stories they have to share. As the shepherd travels around the world for the purpose of reaching the destination, he meets many people with different pasts who can teach lessons of the world around him. “‘I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you’” romantically states Santiago to Fatima, the woman he fell in love at first sight with(Coelho 126). Creating moments with another, Santiago forms a memory that stays with him through his journey and for the rest of his life. Santiago reveals the love he has gained due to the voyage to the treasure and its connection with his journey and the universe. Moments shared with those around the shepard, whether made from learning from others, or from falling in love, the shepherd makes memories over his adventure to the

Thinks Santiago “I am learning the Language of the World, and everything in the world is beginning to make sense to me” (Coelho 103). Temporarily residing in the desert, the young shepard becomes aware of the environment around him, and the deeper meanings in the world. Located in the desert for a long time allows Santigo to learn of the connections between the world of souls and his present through his journey to the treasure. Wisely states Santiago, “‘I learned the alchemist’s secrets in my travels. I have inside me the winds, the desserts, the oceans, the stars, and everything created in the universe’” (Coelho 151). While attempting to turn into the wind to prove his power to others, the shepherd reveals his awareness of the role he plays in the universe. Santiago’s insight into his involvement in the parts he plays in his world, and the links of the universe reveal the power in the information he has gained over the journey to find the treasure from his