“Writings & Spiritualities” book fair: a literary and spiritual meeting on November 17 in Paris

On November 17, 2024, the town hall of the 6th arrondissement of Paris will host the book fair Scriptures & Spiritualitiesa unique event bringing together more than 70 writers, poets and essayists around the themes of spirituality and the quest for meaning. This meeting, open to all, honors authors from various traditions – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and other spiritual movements – with the aim of sharing universal reflections on the interior life and the spiritual dimension of life. humanity, far from any identity withdrawal.

Among the highlights, Gérard Kurdjian, specialist in world sacred music, will give a conference at 3:30 p.m. entitled “The spiritual power of music”. This appointment will explore the role of music in spirituality, offering an enriching perspective on how sounds and chants can open one to a transcendental experience.

At the same time, a space will be dedicated to young readers with a selection of children’s books and workshops specially designed to introduce them to various cultural and spiritual traditions. This show is an opportunity to meet renowned authors, such as Karima Berger, Laurence Cossé, Souleymane Bachir Diagne, Marie de Hennezel, Rabbi Etienne Kerber, Colette Nys-Mazure, Anne Soupa and lama Jigmé Thrinlé.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to delve into the heart of spiritual literature and interact with authors who are passionate about the quest for meaning and openness to others! Whether you are in inner research, curious to discover new perspectives or simply a lover of beautiful letters, the salon Scriptures & Spiritualities promises you enriching encounters, inspiring conferences and workshops for all ages. Meet on November 17 at the town hall of the 6th arrondissement for a day of sharing and reflection around spiritual diversity.

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70 authors, essayists, poets, novelists, will be present at the town hall of the 6th arrondissement on November 17, 2024 for the Ecritures&Spiritualités book fair.

A unique opportunity to meet writers open to the spiritual dimension of humanity, whether they are from the Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Buddhist tradition, or seekers of meaning. Authors keen to make the words and sources of inner life heard, without retreating into identity.

Gérard Kurdjian, specialist in world sacred music, will offer a conference at 3:30 p.m. entitled “the spiritual power of music”.

A space will be reserved for a selection of children’s books, and for workshops intended to open up to other traditions.

Among the writers present: Karima Berger, Laurence Cossé, Egnesw Charlemagne, Souleymane Bachir Diagne, Marie de Hennezel, Rabbi Etienne Kerber, Colette Nys-Mazure, Anne Soupa, lama Jigmé Thrinlé…

TOWN HALL OF THE 6EME, 78 rue Bonaparte, Paris,

Sunday November 17, 2024, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. FREE ENTRANCE.

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In 1977, the association of believing writers was founded by literary figures such as the Orthodox theologian Olivier Clément, the Jewish poet Claude Vigée, and the Muslim philosopher Mohammed Talbi.

Since 2015, under the new name of Scriptures & Spiritualities, following in the tradition of its founders, the association, more than ever, aims to be a space for meeting and literary dialogue.

Christine Ray is its president.

HONORARY COMMITTEE:

President: François Cheng, Rosie Barba-Negra, Cheikh Khaled Bentounès, Catherine Chalier,

Souleymane Bachir Diagne, Sylvie Germain, Colette Nys-Mazure.