Co-sponsored by the Middle East Institute at Columbia University

A CONFERENCE
Friday & Saturday, November 4 & 5

In 2009, The Muhyiddin Ibn ‘Arabi Society and the New York Open Center began the first of a series of conferences on the great mystic Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi (1165–1240). We now present the second conference in this series, this one focusing on the teachings of both Ibn ‘Arabi and Jalaluddin Rumi (1207–1273), the other giant of Sufi mysticism.

Muhyiddin Ibn ‘Arabi and Jalaluddin Rumi are unquestionably the two great pillars of Islamic mysticism, known as Sufism. They appeared in the same century, one from the Muslim West, the other from the East, bringing a glorious new vision of human potential and realization that has been a source of inspiration ever since. Their words continue to touch us directly, inviting us to explore the heart as the place of wisdom and love.

This first symposium ever dedicated to both these spiritual masters will be a uniquely exciting opportunity to learn about and discuss their teachings with leading scholars in the field. There will be lectures and workshops as well as traditional and original musical/artistic
performances.

1st Early Bird price $125 by June 10
2nd Early Bird price $145 by October 10
$165 after October 10
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For a full brochure write to quest@opencenter.org or call Andrea Lomanto at 212 219 2527 ext. 101.