Our Lineage
The Gurdjieff Work isn't a theory to be passively absorbed; it's a living, experiential path. While Gurdjieff's 'All and Everything' series provides a foundational understanding of his cosmology and practices, the true essence of this tradition lies in direct transmission. It's about creating the conditions for genuine self-observation—moments of stillness, struggles against ingrained habits, and the potential to become a conduit for something higher. This is a journey of practical, in-the-moment work, where real awakening and transformation occur. We value lineage, as do all authentic spiritual traditions, because this work is passed from those who have walked a little further to those who are beginning, creating a living chain of shared experience. And, in turn, those newer to the work invigorate and support the experience of the whole group. Through this shared effort, profound and transformative experiences become possible.
Before he died, Mr. Gurdjieff selected those he trusted to carry on his work. Madame Jeanne de Salzmann continued the Work on an international scale from her center in France and maintained the direction of all the groups world-wide. Under her, Henry John Sinclair, known to us as Lord Pentland, assumed responsibility for work in North America.
Mr. John Fuchs and the Foundation in Denver
Our Denver group, established by John Fuchs at Lord Pentland's request, embodies this living tradition. What began as a small gathering in a private home has grown into a vibrant community. We now have two subgroups, a weekly discussion group and a bi-monthly reading group, at our own dedicated study house near downtown Denver. Here, we engage in intensive practical work, including sittings, day-long workshops, and weekends focused on self-observation and transformation. If you seek a direct, experiential path of self-discovery and transformation, we invite you to explore this living tradition with us.