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This retreat was recorded live in April 2019 at Lake Cowichan, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. This purchase includes an MP3 audio download with a total running time of approximately 14 hours and 3 minutes. In this Wisdom School, Cynthia Bourgeault offers a broad retrospection on the journey of The Contemplative Society’s Wisdom School over the past 20 years and identifies eight key elements that characterize the Christian Wisdom lineage that has emerged under her guidance. These elements include spiritual practices, consciousness maps, historical and evolutionary perspectives, and integral approaches to fostering what she calls “permeably boundaried selfhood.” Cynthia presents these elements as retrospective guidelines rather than commandments, encouraging ongoing dialogue about the unfolding of the lineage. She responds to questions and comments from participants, both new and seasoned, and teaches chants that embody the sacred knowings of the tradition. This retreat serves both as an archival record of the Wisdom School’s evolution and as a resource for those continuing to explore and shape this stream of Christian contemplative practice. As this is a LIVE recording you may notice some audio variability and background noise. Cynthia Bourgeault is a modern-day mystic, Episcopal priest, and internationally known retreat leader. She is the author of numerous books, including Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening, The Wisdom Jesus, and The Holy Trinity and the Law of Three. She is recognized for her pioneering work in integrating the Christian contemplative path with other global streams of wisdom.