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Pre conference tours: June 2-4th
Main Conference: June 4-8th
Post conference tour: June 8- 14 (or 13th)
Early booking discount by April 3rd
Co-sponsored by Academy Sacred Geometry
For more information and bookings: Roger Green
info@AcademySacredGeometry.com
Now in its 25th year, the Esoteric Quest is the world’s leading international conference and travel series engaged with the rediscovery of the lost or half-forgotten spiritual history of the West. Founded in 1995, it brings together scholars, writers, artists and performers deeply versed in the Western Esoteric Tradition and offers a deep exploration of this profound topic.
This June, we continue our highly regarded exploration of the Western Tradition with a Quest in Portugal, a land of bright sun, lush vineyards and expansive sea, and a country richly endowed with little-known spiritual and esoteric history.
Our Main Conference will take place in Tomar, the legendary stronghold of the Knights Templar, with its magnificent castle, sacred convent and magical ambience. It will also highlight Portugal’s fascinating Jewish and Sufi history, introduce us to its extraordinary modernist philosopher and poet, Fernando Pessoa, and embrace the exquisite music of Fado, longing turned to melody. This is perhaps the most moving expression of the Portuguese soul, known as saudade.
Portugal is filled with beauty, a complex history, and deep spiritual traditions. The Celts, Romans, Visigoths, Moors, Jews, and Christians have all left significant legacies, as have the Knights Templar. Suppressed in France and throughout most of Europe, the Templars continued in Portugal under a new guise, the Order of Christ. Their grandmaster was Prince Henry the Navigator who placed his country at the forefront of the Age of Discovery as Europe began to explore the Atlantic and the coast of Africa, searching not just for trade and empire but for Prester John, the mythical priest king thought to rule an enlightened kingdom in the heart of Africa or Asia.
We will have two Pre-Conference options in and around Lisbon, as well as a Post-Conference Journey along the southern route of the Camino of Santiago de Compostela (more on these below). The whole experience is imbued with our special, alchemical blend of deep learning, evocative locations, exhilarating music and dance, and warm conviviality that is the essence of our Esoteric Quests. We look forward to welcoming you to the Quest fellowship in Portugal and Galicia this June.
Pre conference tours: June 2-4th
Main Conference: June 4-8th
Post conference tour: June 8- 14 (or 13th)
Early booking discount by April 3rd
Co-sponsored by Academy Sacred Geometry
For more information and bookings: Roger Green
info@AcademySacredGeometry.com
Now in its 25th year, the Esoteric Quest is the world’s leading international conference and travel series engaged with the rediscovery of the lost or half-forgotten spiritual history of the West. Founded in 1995, it brings together scholars, writers, artists and performers deeply versed in the Western Esoteric Tradition and offers a deep exploration of this profound topic.
This June, we continue our highly regarded exploration of the Western Tradition with a Quest in Portugal, a land of bright sun, lush vineyards and expansive sea, and a country richly endowed with little-known spiritual and esoteric history.
Our Main Conference will take place in Tomar, the legendary stronghold of the Knights Templar, with its magnificent castle, sacred convent and magical ambience. It will also highlight Portugal’s fascinating Jewish and Sufi history, introduce us to its extraordinary modernist philosopher and poet, Fernando Pessoa, and embrace the exquisite music of Fado, longing turned to melody. This is perhaps the most moving expression of the Portuguese soul, known as saudade.
Portugal is filled with beauty, a complex history, and deep spiritual traditions. The Celts, Romans, Visigoths, Moors, Jews, and Christians have all left significant legacies, as have the Knights Templar. Suppressed in France and throughout most of Europe, the Templars continued in Portugal under a new guise, the Order of Christ. Their grandmaster was Prince Henry the Navigator who placed his country at the forefront of the Age of Discovery as Europe began to explore the Atlantic and the coast of Africa, searching not just for trade and empire but for Prester John, the mythical priest king thought to rule an enlightened kingdom in the heart of Africa or Asia.
We will have two Pre-Conference options in and around Lisbon, as well as a Post-Conference Journey along the southern route of the Camino of Santiago de Compostela (more on these below). The whole experience is imbued with our special, alchemical blend of deep learning, evocative locations, exhilarating music and dance, and warm conviviality that is the essence of our Esoteric Quests. We look forward to welcoming you to the Quest fellowship in Portugal and Galicia this June.
