Section for the Literary Arts and Humanities. Study Conference on the work of Rudolf Steiner Christianity as Mystical Fact

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1 Section for the Literary Arts and Humanities Study Conference on the work of Rudolf Steiner Christianity as Mystical Fact With, Christiane Haid and Roland Halfen November 2015

2 Study Conference on the work of Rudolf Steiner Christianity as Mystical Fact When Rudolf Steiner published the first edition of his book Christianity as Mystical Fact in 1902, he laid the foundation for a new Christology that revealed for the first time how Christianity was not only prepared by the Old Testament and Judaism but to an equal extent by paganism and its mysteries: The creative power at work in Christianity has prepared the ground for its appearance in the pre-christian mysteries. The book itself was adapted from a series of lectures Rudolf Steiner gave in Berlin in 1901/1902. The second, thoroughly revised and extended, edition of 1910 also reflects the development of Rudolf Steiner s research into this topic. At a time that was informed by biblical criticism he audaciously presented an approach to Christianity through the mysteries. The Gospels, having become questionable as historical sources of Christianity, appear in a wholly new light if studied in relation with mythology and the mysteries and can be read as documents of mystical initiation experiences. This new Christology has far-reaching consequences which have, however, largely remained unexplored. This study conference will serve to introduce us to, and deepen our understanding of, this seminal Christological work by presenting it in its historical context and by looking at the transition from the first to the second edition, with particular consideration of its reflection of Rudolf Steiner s own inner development. In addition, we will work on central aspects in the relationship between the mysteries and Christianity. Christiane Haid We recommend as preparatory reading: Rudolf Steiner, Christianity as Mystical Fact and the Mysteries of Antiquity, GA 8, Great Barrington Schriften. Kritische Ausgabe (SKA) vol. 5, Stuttgart/Basel (2013)

3 Programme Friday 13 November p.m. Introduction: Christianity as Mystical Fact in Rudolf Steiner s biography Saturday 14 November a.m. The lectures on Christianity as Mystical Fact from the first to the second edition Christiane Haid a.m. Break 11 a.m. The Pre-Christian Mysteries I Roland Halfen Sunday, 15 November a.m. The Christian Mystery II The first to be initiated by Christ Jesus Lazarus-John a.m. Break 11 a.m. The Christian Mystery III The whole world is a mystery temple Discussion with all three speakers p.m. End of conference p.m. Lunch break 3 p.m. The Pre-Christian Mysteries II Roland Halfen 4.30 p.m. Break 5 p.m. Workshop performance on the theme of Lazarus John Frauke Grahl, Stefan Hasler, Annette Strumm and Margrethe Solstad, eurythmy; Franziska von Nell, speech 6 p.m. Evening break 8 p.m. The Christian Mystery I The fruits of the mysteries could be enjoyed by all now

4 Short Biographies studied mathematics, physics and philosophy before becoming a priest in the Christian Community. 30 years active in priest training (Priesterseminar Stuttgart, Germany), and as an international lecturer; publications on contemporary history, anthroposophy and theology. Dr Christiane Haid studied education, German philology, history and art at Freiburg and Hamburg (Germany). From research fellow at the Friedrich von Hardenberg Institute for Cultural Sciences in Heidelberg, Germany. From 2001 research fellow in the Section for the Literary Arts and Humanities at the Goetheanum; from 2006 cultural scientist at the Albert Steffen Foundation; since 2009 director of Goetheanum Publishing, Dornach, and since 2012 leader of the Section for Literary Arts and Humanities at the Goetheanum. Publications on history, literature and the work of Rudolf Steiner. Dr Roland Halfen studied philosophy, art history and archaeology at Freiburg and Munich (Germany). MA thesis on Immanuel Hermann Fichte; interdisciplinary doctorate on the Western Portal of Chartres Cathedral research fellow at the Institute for Fundamental Studies at Witten/Herdecke private university, Germany Lecturer of art history and head of general studies at Europa Akademie Isny, Germany. Also since 1991 lecturer and course leader at various institutions in the German speaking realm, for instance at Stuttgart Independent University (since 2010). Since 2002 editor of Rudolf Steiner s artistic work in the Rudolf Steiner Archives, Dornach.» Recommendation for Sunday, 15 November 2015, 2.30 p.m. Concert Schola Cantorum Reykjavík Hörður Áskelsson, conductor Presented in association with Culturescapes Festival Sacred and secular Icelandic choral music and contemporary sacred choral pieces For tickets please contact tickets@goetheanum.ch or buy them directly at the Goetheanum Reception. Goetheanum Reception PO Box CH-4143 Dornach Fax Tel tickets@goetheanum.ch

5 Booking Form Christianity as Mystical Fact Study Conference of the Section for the Literary Arts and Humanities at the Goetheanum from Friday, 13 to Sunday, 15 November 2015 Booking closes: Friday, 30 October 2015 Please complete the booking form and mail, fax or to: Goetheanum Empfang, Postfach, CH-4143 Dornach Fax , Tel tickets@goetheanum.org Please fill out in block capitals! 5CM Ms Mr Name, first name Billing address private address address of institution Name of institution Street, n o Town Postcode Country Phone/fax I need translation into English Conference ticket without meals CHF 300 (with sponsorship¹) CHF 200 (regular price) CHF 70 (students²) CHF 160 (concessions³) Conference ticket with meals (1x lunch, 1x evening meal) CHF 350 (with sponsorship¹) CHF 250 (regular price) CHF 120 (students²) CHF 210 (concessions³) Parking at the Goetheanum Parking permit: CHF 11 Insurance Cancellation insurance (5% of the total costs, CHF 10 minimum) See cancellation conditions in the General Information Payment methods on invoice (only Switzerland and Euro zone) Credit card (all countries) Visa MasterCard Card number: / / / Expiry date: / I would like to receive the biannual programme of Goetheanum events (in German). I agree to the terms of payment and cancellation. Place, date, signature ¹ Should you be in a position to pay an additional amount, this would help to cover the costs of the conference and support the work of the section. ² Students, schoolchildren. Proof of status has to be submitted with your booking form. ³ Concessions apply for OAPs, the unemployed, those in training, military or civil service and people with disabilities who receive benefits. Proof of status has to be submitted with your booking form. Terms and Conditions will be sent on request or can be accessed online at

6 General Information Christianity as Mystical Fact Study Conference of the Section for the Literary Arts and Humanities at the Goetheanum from Friday, 13 to Sunday, 15 November 2015 Booking closes: Friday, 30 October 2015 Conference fees: with sponsorship¹: CHF 300 with meals: CHF 350 regular price: CHF 200 with meals: CHF 250 students²: CHF 70 with meals: CHF 120 concessions³: CHF 160 with meals: CHF 210 Conference meals Conference meals (vegetarian with dessert) include 1x lunch and 1x evening meal at CHF 50 in total. The meals cannot be booked separately. We regret that food intolerances cannot be catered for. Parking permit for the period of the conference: CHF 11 (not right next to the Goetheanum building). Please display your disabled badge in your car. Methods of payment/confirmation Credit cards (all countries): The full amount will be charged to your credit card as soon as your booking has been processed. You will receive postal or confirmation of your booking and payment. Invoice Switzerland: Confirmation of booking and an invoice will be sent to you once your booking has been processed. Please note that we only send out invoices up until 10 days before the beginning of an event. After that, payment is only possible by credit card or on arrival. Invoice Eurozone: Confirmation of booking and an invoice will be sent to you once your booking has been processed (Euro account). Please note that we only send out invoices up until 14 days before the beginning of an event. After that, payment is only possible by credit card or on arrival. Other countries: Once your booking has been processed you will receive a confirmation by post or . The amount due will either be charged to your credit card or you can pay on arrival. Bank transfers are not possible. Please note that the conference fee must be paid before the conference starts. Conference tickets: Tickets can be collected at Reception until half an hour before the conference starts, also if you pay on arrival. We accept cash (Euro and CHF), VISA, MasterCard, ec-direct and Postcard-Schweiz. Cancellation: Bookings may be cancelled free of charge up to 14 days prior to the begin of the conference ( , date of posting). After that, 50% of the conference fee will be charged. Meals and parking permit be cancelled free of charge up to 1 day prior to the begin of the conference ( ). Cancellation on the day when the conference begins or failure to attend are subject to a 100% invoice total. Substitutes will be accepted at no extra cost. Cancellation insurance: Subject to a payment of 5% of total costs (CHF 10 minimum) full cancellation insurance can be taken out to cover illness (including dependent children and partner), job loss and force majeure. Cancellation insurance must be taken out prior to the closing date for applications. Please ask for our terms of insurance or visit Data processing: All data will be electronically recorded and filed. Recommended accommodation Prices are per person per night. Prices for accommodation cannot be guaranteed. Guest Houses and Goetheanum Accommodation Accommodation bureau rooms from CHF 50 phone , zimmer@goetheanum.ch Haus Friedwart from CHF 75, about 5 min. walk to the Goetheanum phone , Begegnungszentrum from CHF 30, about 10 min. walk to the Goetheanum phone , friedwart@goetheanum.ch Further accommodations you can find on our website: