<![CDATA[Love is a universal theme that functions not only as a subject of psychological inquiry but also as a central theme in literary works. This study analyzes the representation of love in Al-Nabiyy by Kahlil Gibran using Robert J. Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love, which consists of three components: passion, intimacy, and commitment. This research employs a descriptive-analytical method within a literary psychology approach. Data were collected from narrative quotations in the 2022 English edition of The Prophet, referred to throughout this study as Al-Nabiyy, and then classified and analyzed according to the three components of love. The findings show that passion is portrayed as an intense emotional and spiritual force that exists without possessiveness. Intimacy appears through empathy, emotional closeness, and openness, particularly in Al-Musthafa’s teachings to the people of Orphalese. Commitment is reflected in the teachings of love that emphasize togetherness without eliminating individuality. Among the nine quotations analyzed, commitment emerges as the most dominant component. This study concludes that love in Al-Nabiyy is transcendental, functioning not only as a human emotion but also as a spiritual path toward harmony and self-purification. The novelty of this research lies in integrating Sternberg’s framework with Sufi concepts such as uns (spiritual intimacy) and fana (self-surrender), providing a cross-cultural perspective on love. The findings contribute to literary psychology by bridging modern psychological theory with spiritual discourse. ]]>
