Monday 15 September 2014

Kabbalah for the Spiritual Pilgrim
Three Day Workshops in Hertford (UK) 
Kabbalah is the mystical teaching that underlies the Judaeo-Christian tradition.  Derived from the Hebrew to receive, it is an ancient teaching that offers a pathway to personal growth and self-knowledge.
The course is intended as a practical introduction to the ideas of the Toledano Kabbalistic tradition.  It is aimed at those seeking a spiritual path, or simply interested in exploring their spirituality.  Through understanding our place in the universe, we might find greater purpose in our lives and, thereby, a greater sense of peace within ourselves and with the world around us. 
The course is non-denominational and no previous knowledge is needed, only an open mind.  Each day will consist of a talk, discussion and a guided meditation aimed at illustrating and illuminating the theme.  There is no requirement to attend all three, but a working knowledge of Kabbalistic language and principles (covered on day one) will help in understanding the themes of days two and three. 
The course tutor, Adam Simmonds, has been studying Kabbalah for over 20 years. A teacher by profession, he has presented talks on Kabbalah in both the UK and Spain and co-directs a regular Kabbalah group at his home in Hertford.  
Course outline: 
Day One –
Saturday 1st November, 10am-4pm
The Way of Kabbalah
An introduction to Kabbalistic principles, the Tree of Life, Jacob’s Ladder and the esoteric origins of Judaeo-Christian Spirituality.

Day Two –
Saturday 21st February 2015, 10am-4pm
The Kabbalistic Journey – from Exodus to The Passion
How to approach scripture from an esoteric perspective, looking at how it can be used as a pathway to enlightenment without the overlay of religious dogma.

Day Three –
April 2015, day tbc, 10am-4pm
The Path of the Kabbalist
The inner world of Kabbalistic spirituality, the angelic realms, astrology and Karma, and the Work and Responsibilities of the Pilgrim’s Path.



Cost per day is £40 (£30 full time students) including a light lunch and other refreshments.  A deposit (non-refundable) of £10 will be required to guarantee a place, and a maximum of 10 places will be available.

The course will be held in Hertford (UK) which is approximately 50 minutes by train from London, Kings Cross and 5 minutes walk from Hertford North station.
Full address details on application. 
For further information, please contact:                Adam Simmonds on (01992) 55 44 65 or 07505478961      or e-mail: adamsimmonds@ntlworld.com

“Adam Simmonds is both a powerful and a natural teacher with a deep and authentic understanding of Kabbalah at all levels.”
                    (Maggy Whitehouse, author of Total Kabbalah and The Book of Deborah)


  Please feel free also to forward details to anyone you think may be interested in attending.