The task of the International Jacob Boehme Institute (IJBI), which is located in Goerlitz – the place of Boehme’s work – is dedicated to the life and works of Jacob Boehme. In detail, the IJBI pursues to support the ambitious academic and non-academic studies, the research and portrayal of Boehme’s teachings, his sources and consequences, as well as the historical facts of his life. Another goal of the Institute is to create a forum for the exchange between academics, artists and others who are interested in the works of the Goerlitz mystic, philosopher and man of letters. The IJBI works close with the Upper Lusatian Library in Goerlitz, which offers ideal prerequisites of Boehme-editions and research literature, both as an examination of philosophical questions and the extension of individual aspects of Boehme’s teachings.

Founded in the year 2001, the IJBI is a young scientific institute. In order to continue its work, it is dependent on private commitment from Boehme-friends, -enthusiasts and –admirers. Those who are interested in supporting the work of the IJBI can do this by becoming a member. The annual contribution is 30,- Euro. For unemployed, pensioners and students 15,- Euro and for institutions 150,- Euro.

The yearly contributions are tax-deductible.