Fusus al-Hikam Study Sessions
Weekly on Sundays from 24th April, 2022
10:00–11:30 or 17:00–18:30 (BST)
Study of the new translation of the Fusus al-Hikam by Muhyiddin Ibn ‘Arabi. The reading of A Joseph Word will begin on 24th April.
Newcomers are very welcome.
Morning sessions: Christina Mark christinamark2@gmail.com
Evening sessions: study@beshara.org
Description
These study sessions will focus on reading a chapter from the Fusus al-Hikam, as translated by Jane Clark, Stephen Hirtenstein and Cecilia Twinch. The Fusus al-Hikam reveals Ibn ‘Arabi’s understanding of the Unity of Being and what it means to be human through the meaning of the 27 prophets mentioned in the Qur’an. It is helpful to be familiar with the study of the Unity of Being but not essential.
It usually takes 7 weeks to complete the reading of each chapter, which is followed by a discussion with one of the translators. The sessions will begin with the study of a Jacob Word on Sunday 16th January.
During the break between each chapter, two discussion sessions are offered to reflect on the content of the chapter with reference to the metaphysics of Ibn ‘Arabi.
Please note there are two separate study times to choose from.
The Fusus al-Hikam – the Bezels of Wisdom – is considered to be the quintessence of Ibn ‘Arabi’s teaching. Each chapter is dedicated to the spiritual meaning and wisdom of a particular prophet.
Muhyiddin Ibn ‘Arabi (1165-1240AD), mystic, philosopher, poet, sage, is one of the world’s great spiritual teachers, whose writings provide a beautiful exposition of the Unity of Being. His wisdom has much to offer us in the modern world, in terms of understanding what it means to be human.
These sessions are supported and sponsored by The Beshara Trust.
Booking
Cost: FREE via Zoom
Morning sessions contact: christinamark2@gmail.com
Afternoon sessions contact: study@beshara.org
