Spirituality, Meaning, and Inner Freedom in Paulo Coelho's Narrative World
International Journal of Research in English June 1, 2026 Abhinav Singal, Jk Sharma
Paulo Coelho's novels, including The Alchemist, The Pilgrimage, Brida, Veronika Decides to Die, Eleven Minutes, and Aleph, construct spirituality not as a fixed doctrine but as an experiential journey of self-discovery, personal legend, and authentic living. Drawing on existential philosophy, Jungian psychology, and narrative theory, the analysis shows that Coelho's narratives link inner freedom to the courage to follow one's deepest convictions. His work offers a philosophically serious engagement with transcendence and meaning, occupying a distinctive place in world literature.