A Far Journey

"A Far Journey" is the compelling autobiography of Abraham Mitrie Rihbany, chronicling his transformative path from a small village in Syria to the prominent pulpits of Boston. The narrative begins with a vivid depiction of the author's upbringing in a traditional Middle Eastern community, offering readers a rich look at the customs, social structures, and spiritual life of the Levant during the late 19th century. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and greater opportunity, Rihbany recounts his migration to the United States, capturing the profound challenges and triumphs of the immigrant experience at the turn of the century.As he navigates the complexities of a new culture, Rihbany provides deep insights into the process of cultural transition and his own religious evolution. The work serves as both a personal memoir and a broader reflection on the intersection of Eastern and Western thought. "A Far Journey" stands as a significant historical and literary document, shedding light on the early Arab-American diaspora and the enduring quest for identity in a rapidly changing world. It remains a poignant testament to the power of faith, the resilience of the human spirit, and the pursuit of the American dream.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more