Ibn ‘Arabi and the Ecological Crisis: a Merciful Nemesis? Revisited
September 16th, 2023 (14:00–17:00 BST)
The October Gallery, London
A talk by Peter Coates about the ecological crisis and its deeper significance.
The Ways of the Heart III: The Compassionate Heart
5th September – 14th November 2023
Tuesdays, 20:00 – 21:30 GMT
An online Beshara course exploring a spiritual life in the contemporary world.
Some Principles of Esoteric Education
Saturday June 17th, 2023
14:00 – 17:00 BST
October Gallery, London, UK
A conversational seminar with texts. Throughout history the “awakening of the potential for perfectibility” of the human being has been the aim of every school of esoteric education no matter how the outward forms differ. In this seminar we shall explore through conversations and readings how each one of us can nurture and develop this knowledge practically in the contemporary world.
Spiritual Addresses of al-Niffari
Weekly from 3rd June, 2023
Saturdays: 13:30 – 15:30 BST
Online study and contemplation of the Spiritual Addresses by al-Niffari.
Qualities of Love: Trust, Certainty, Patience, Resolution and Veracity
Friday to Sunday, 19th – 21st May 2023
The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire
These five qualities have been at the core of practice at Beshara and are considered essential attributes to be developed by those wishing to know themselves in order to know God.
This residential weekend will provide an opportunity to contemplate their meaning and practice through meditation, study and conversation in a tranquil setting.