Class Description
This course explores the spiritual and intellectual legacy of medieval Andalusia, a period marked by rich interfaith and intercultural exchange between Muslims, Jews, and Christians. Through mystical texts, poetry, philosophy, and historical case studies, we will examine how traditions of convivencia (coexistence) shaped Andalusian thought and its influence on contemporary spiritual practice. Participants will engage with the teachings of figures such as Ibn Arabi, Maimonides, and Teresa of Ávila, exploring themes of love, unity, and divine knowledge.
All virtual classes are recorded and made available to participants registered in the class. These recordings are password-protected and available for up to two weeks after the class ends.
Hadar Cohen is an Arab Jewish scholar, mystic, and artist whose work focuses on multi-religious spirituality, politics, social issues, and community building. She is the founder of Malchut, a spiritual skill-building school teaching Jewish mysticism and direct experience of God. To learn more about her work, visit hadarcohen.me.
What to Expect
Format: Virtual
Class Capacity: 30
Class Style: Mix of lecture and discussion; participation encouraged
Materials List
Recommended
- Instructor-Distributed Materials
A Brief Syllabus
- The Legacy of Andalusia
- Spirituality & Mysticism
- Art & Music
- Philosophy & Science
- Exile & Longing
- Contemporary Revival Efforts
Cost and Registration
6 Sessions, $245 ($220.50 for Newberry members, seniors, and students). Learn about becoming a member.
We offer our classes at three different price options: Regular ($245), Community Supported ($225), and Sponsor ($265). Following the models of other institutions, we want to ensure that our classes are accessible to a wider audience while continuing to support our instructors. You may choose the price that best fits your situation when registering through Learning Stream.
To register multiple people for this class, please go through the course calendar in Learning Stream, our registration platform. When you select the course and register, you’ll be prompted to add another registrant.
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