Nine Ladies was established in 1981 to provide a forum for women to address matters of philosophy, magic and religion.  It had its origins in a mixed study group:  the women found they approached some of these areas differently from the men and, from a ninefold model, developed ways of working based on triplicities.    Nine Ladies runs courses, seminars and occasional study groups, and is open to any woman seeking such an approach to Knowledge.    For further information contact nine_ladies@hotmail.com

 

Forthcoming events

 

The Island Week

25^th May - 2^nd June 2002, Isle of Islay

 

 

The land provides the bedrock from which all else arises. Vegetation, creatures, a people, their language, folklore, values and perspective are all necessarily shaped by it.  It seems that we are driven to put down roots and without them become scattered and aimless. The story of a displaced people wandering the earth in search of a homeland is a timeless one.

 

Modern living conditions and globalisation favour mobility.  In all areas we look for meaning in novelty.  As we become more urbanised and lose our connections to our origins, do we also cut ourselves off from essential nourishment?   Can we, like nomads, carry them with us?  Must community and purpose be the price we pay?

 

This week - an island in space and time - will take place against the backdrop of the Isle of Islay, most southerly of the Scottish islands.  Inhabited for at least 10,000 years, its vibrant community has strong connections to its past.  Drawing on local people and resources, the course will explore both the symbolism of diaspora and the interweaving of influences which make up the fabric of community.

 

The course is limited to nine participants and will cost £175 (excluding travel).  A deposit of £50 (payable to Nine Ladies) is required on booking, with the balance due by 30 April.  For further information please e-mail nine_ladies@hotmail.com