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SUMMARY:Dr. Farima Berenji Presents: Companions of the Sun
DESCRIPTION:Step into an Evening of Story\, History\, and Mysticism\nDr. Farima Berenji presents Companions of the Sun unveiling the hidden language of ancient Iranic rituals and spiritual lineage. Followed by a book signing with copies of the book available for purchase.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/cots-lajevard/
LOCATION:Lajevard Diner Cafe\, 181 E Tasman Dr #50\, San Jose\, CA\, 95134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book
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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:More details coming including venue and time of day… \n \nCompanions of the Sun\nA Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji\nRooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations\, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature\, the stars\, and the rhythms of life\, they crafted movements expressing love\, strength\, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide\, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression.  \nAuthor Dr. Farima Berenji presents her research upon the evolutionary origins and practice of Iranian rituals\, beliefs\, and dances\, exploring how Iranian culture permeated global music and dance traditions\, developing distinctly from its sister nations. All this is explored in her book Companions of the Sun \nContact us if you are interested in attending as we will have more details later for time and location… \nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/cots-salt-lake-city/
LOCATION:Salt Lake City\, Salt Lake City\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture,Performance
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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun: Dancing Towards the Light
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! Dr. Farima Berenji and Eastern Arts perform sacred dances. More details coming…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dancing-towards-the-light/
LOCATION:Salt Lake Community College\, 4600 S Redwood Rd\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84123\, United States
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SUMMARY:Witches and Demons of Ancient Iran
DESCRIPTION:In ancient Iran\, much of Iranian mythology is based on the idea of a good or positive force battling an evil force for control of humankind.  This universal struggle between the forces of good and evil was the central vision of Iranian religion.  In this lecture by Farima Berenji   \n\nLearn how ancient Persian gods were related to their demons\nListen to tales of witches that possessed mortals.\nLearn some of the names of the arch demons in Iranian mythology\, their powers\, and vices.\nLearn some of the names of the witches and sorcerers in ancient Iran and their powers.\n\nJoin an hour of folk tales and stories of ancient Iranian mythology and occult with scholar Farima Berenji. \nRegister \nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/demons-of-ancient-iran/
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