Mysticism Studies
Explore the Depths of Mysticism
at All Faiths Seminary International
Our Mysticism Studies program aims to cultivate a comprehensive understanding of mystical traditions across various religions and spiritual perspectives. Students seek personal transformation, expanded interfaith understanding, and direct experiences on these inner paths that deeply inform their work in the collective , helping them lead with greater wisdom and embodied spiritual understanding.
A Respected International Divinity School for the Modern Mystic
Welcome to a journey of spiritual discovery and scholarly pursuit at All Faiths Seminary International, where the ancient wisdom of mysticism meets the modern needs of our interconnected world.
Interfaith Minister Training
(One-Year Program)
Jumpstart your journey as an interfaith leader with a unique program focusing on the basics of a wide range of mystical traditions, practical ministerial skills, and deepening the development of your own personal spiritual practice.
Master of Divinity, Mysticism (One or Two-Year Program)
Dive deeper with advanced courses in theology, pastoral care, and the comparative inner and outer study of mysticism across different faiths—preparing for roles in teaching, spiritual counseling and community leadership.
Doctorate of Divinity, Mysticism (One or Two-Year)
This pinnacle program is designed for those who wish to deepen their study further with dissertation research and intensive training in preparation for high-demand service within spiritual or academic organizations where mystically-informed training can have practical application in interpersonal growth and global community building.
Why Study Mysticism with ASFI?
Join us in August to participate in the forefront of a groundbreaking approach to Interfaith education. We explore the paths and insights of ancient and modern Mystics. You will step onto the firm foundation of a 26-year old seminary tradition while facing the new frontier of integrating together what humans have learned about mysticism over the ages.
Why Students Choose Mysticism Study at All Faiths Seminary
- To establish a grounded understanding of diverse mystical traditions and inner paths from around the world.
- To prepare for a career in spiritual leadership, teaching, academic research, social justice, or community service informed by a deep intuitive foundation.
- To learn from experienced practitioners, researchers, and spiritual leaders who effectively and scientifically integrate outworn East/West and body/mind/spirit debates.
- To develop skills in spiritual counseling and pastoral care to guide others toward their own honest path of dignity, self-awareness, reflection, compassion, and interpersonal connection.
- To benefit from the flexibility of online classes and in-person retreats that allow for formal spiritual study and community within the course of daily life and work.
- To be one among the founding cohort of this historic program as we more fully integrate all spiritual approaches and traditions into the wider interfaith dialogue.
- To engage with a community of curious, like-minded scholars exploring the areas of cross-affirmation through a wide range of mystical traditions.
- To better understand the current, cutting-edge research on psychedelics, vibrational medicine, and harmonic resonance discoveries becoming increasingly relevant to collective human spirituality.
- To explore and aggregate guidance from ancients and sages from around the world who deeply studied the inner path for millenia, carefully safeguarding time-tested teachings for the benefit of future generations of humanity.
- Begin to contribute to the global conversation on spirituality and peace-building growing as it continues to grow in momentum around the world.
Join us at The Seeker’s Compass!
As part of the Mystical Curriculum, we interview Modern Mystics on The Seeker’s Compass.
Our Spiritual Pathfinders share the rich experiences they have had on their journeys as well as inviting us to explore their Spiritual Map and Compass.
These amazing 2+ hour explorations are included in the Mystical curriculum and available to the public for low or no cost.
Join us on The Seeker’s Compass
on March 15th at 11:00am ET
for an insightful, delightful dialogue with Sufi Mystic
Imam Jamal Rahman
These dedicated individuals have often spent a lifetime using their Spiritual Map and Compass to seek the Divine.
Their stories are fascinating, and their insights are amazingly profound.
This month’s program is part of that series.
To Register, please click here:
Register for The Seeker’s Compass
After you register you will be asked for a donation. The minimum is $1.00,
the suggested is $10.00.
Thank you!
In MARCH on The Seeker’s Compass
Sufi Mystic Imam Jamal Rahman
Imam Jamal Rahman is a popular speaker on Islam, Sufi spirituality, and interfaith relations. Along with his Interfaith Amigos, he has been featured in the New York Times, CBS News, BBC, and various NPR programs. Jamal is co-founder and Muslim Sufi minister at Interfaith Community Sanctuary and adjunct faculty at Seattle University. He is a former co-host of Interfaith Talk Radio and travels nationally and internationally, presenting at retreats and workshops.
He is the author of many books!
Sacred Laughter of the Sufis: Awakening the Soul with the Mullah’s Comic Teaching Stories and Other Islamic Wisdom;
Spiritual Gems of Islam: Insights & Practices from the Qur’an, Hadith, Rumi & Muslim Teaching Stories to Enlighten the Heart & Mind;
The Fragrance of Faith: The Enlightened Heart of Islam;
And the Coauthor of:
Finding Peace Through Spiritual Practice: The Interfaith Amigos Guide to Personal, Social, and Environmental Healing;
Religion Gone Astray: What We Found at the Heart of Interfaith;
Out of Darkness into Light:Spiritual Guidance in the Quran with Reflections from Jewish and Christian Sources;
Getting to the Heart of Interfaith: The Eye-Opening, Hope-Filled Friendship of a Pastor, a Rabbi, and an Imam.
Teachers of Spiritual Wisdom: Getting Perspective on Life’s Perplexing Questions, with Duncan S. Ferguson and Mary Petrina Boyd.
Jamal’s latest book is “Fragrance of the Qur’an: Reflections on Verses of Beauty and Wisdom.”
Jamal’s passion lies in interfaith community building. He remains rooted in his Islamic tradition and cultivates a “spaciousness” by being open to the beauty and wisdom of other faiths. By authentically and appreciatively understanding other paths, Jamal feels that he becomes a better Muslim and a more developed human being. This spaciousness is not about conversion but about completion.
In APRIL on The Seeker’s Compass
About Hadar
Hadar Cohen is an Arab Jewish scholar, mystic, and artist whose work focuses on multi-religious spirituality, politics, social issues, and community building. She is the founder of Malchut, a spiritual skill-building school teaching Jewish mysticism and direct experience of God.
Malchut’s capstone offering is God Fellowship, a curriculum on the cosmology of creation delivered via group classes and a self-guided online course. Malchut is also home for her Jewish Mystical School, which includes a library of her classes and a community platform for connection. Her tarot readings are also available to book through her website.
Her dedication to Jewish education translates to her organizing work, cultivating multifaith gathering opportunities such as Jewish-Sufi Muslim prayer groups. She led the first Sephardic Jewish mystical retreat to Andalusia, Spain in summer 2023. She is the founder of Feminism All Night, a public gathering space for feminist spiritual discourse and possibility. Hadar teaches and consults in a variety of settings and formats, from one-on-one coaching to online group classes and in-person retreats.
Hadar’s artistic works include Prostrations, a visual art show compiling fiber art, film, audio, scripture and poetry in reflection of Jewish devotional prayer practice; and The Selichot Project, a collection of her grandfather’s tapes singing Sephardic Jewish liturgical prayers in preparation for the High Holidays. Other artistic avenues include hand-woven prayer rugs, poetry books, and filmed performance art.
The Seeker’s Compass YouTube Site:
Click here to see our previous Seeker’s Compass interviews with Modern Mystics!
Your Mysticism Faculty
Transform your spiritual journey while you prepare to lead with joy, compassion, wisdom.
This program is uniquely designed for those eager to deepen their own inner spiritual understanding while training as beacons of courage and strength in spiritual and community settings.
Rolling enrollment is now open
Classes begin September 2026
(online & NYC-based options available)
Register now for the Fall 2026 – Cohort and bring your own light and perspective to our unique community of committed learners in the All Faiths Seminary International Mysticism Studies Program.