An Advanced Yearly Program in Biography & Karma
November 2026 – June 2027
This advanced yearly program weaves together two complementary paths of study: Dynamic Biography, an experiential exploration of our own biographies, and Karmic Investigations, based on Rudolf Steiner’s research into the recurring lives of historical figures. Throughout the year, we will alternate between these two streams of learning, allowing each to illuminate and deepen the other.
In one meeting, we will turn our attention inward, exploring our own biographies through the tools of biographical counseling. Together, we will investigate meaningful life events, dreams, relationships, and questions that arise from our daily lives, learning to recognize the spiritual laws woven through our personal journeys.
In the following meeting, we will widen our perspective through the study of karma in history. Guided by Rudolf Steiner’s karmic investigations, we will explore the repeated incarnations of well-known historical figures, discovering the spiritual logic connecting one lifetime to another and developing a living understanding of karma in action.
The dialogue between these two modes of learning—personal inner work and objective spiritual research—creates a dynamic process that strengthens our capacity to perceive biography and karma with greater clarity, depth, and sensitivity.
This program is intended for advanced students who have completed—or are currently completing—the full Practicing Karma program and have participated in at least one year of Hotam’s Community Studies.
When & Format
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November 2026 – June 2027
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15 live Zoom sessions, held approximately once every three weeks
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Sundays, 4:00–7:00 pm (16:00–19:00) Israel time
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The program alternates between Dynamic Biography and Karmic Investigations, allowing each stream to enrich and deepen the other.
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Language: English (without translation)
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All sessions will be recorded and made available to participants
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A detailed schedule of meeting dates will be published soon
Cost (15 sessions)
Standard fee – $450
Subsidized fee – $400 (Please choose this option only if you have a real need for subsidy).
Contribution fee – $500 (This is for those of you who feel they have the capacity to pay more and make it possible for us to provide a subsidy to those who need it).
Teachers
Orna Ben Dor – Founder and Director of Hotam School, senior biographical counselor, and teacher. For many years she has researched, developed, and taught the study of Biography and Karma in Israel and internationally.
Yael Armony – Senior biographical counselor, art therapist, teacher, supervisor, and Co-Director of Hotam School.
Lital Kolmar, Tali Adir, Osnat Topper.
International Team:
Sarah Putnam
