The Retreat

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Following hot on the heels of the success of The Monastery and The Convent, this new series made by the same team explores the faith, tradition and culture of classical Islam as it tracks the six volunteers on their soul–searching, thought–provoking and life–changing journey. Away from the pressures of modern life, they take part in daily prayer, reflection and study at the Spanish retreat of Alqueria de Rosales in Andalucia, which caters to many different branches of Islamic faith. The final week will be a real test of their strength and commitment as the volunteers observe the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and are expected to fast between sunrise and sunset. Their experience triggers some real insight into deep seated personal issues around their faith or – in some cases – lack of it. The programme explores a face of Islam rarely seen on TV today and gives viewers the chance to witness the spiritual side of one of the world's most important monotheistic religions.

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Broadcast Platform
  • Television
Programme Name
  • The Retreat
Channel
  • BBC Knowledge
Broadcaster
  • Sky Network Television
Description
  • Following hot on the heels of the success of The Monastery and The Convent, this new series made by the same team explores the faith, tradition and culture of classical Islam as it tracks the six volunteers on their soul–searching, thought–provoking and life–changing journey. Away from the pressures of modern life, they take part in daily prayer, reflection and study at the Spanish retreat of Alqueria de Rosales in Andalucia, which caters to many different branches of Islamic faith. The final week will be a real test of their strength and commitment as the volunteers observe the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and are expected to fast between sunrise and sunset. Their experience triggers some real insight into deep seated personal issues around their faith or – in some cases – lack of it. The programme explores a face of Islam rarely seen on TV today and gives viewers the chance to witness the spiritual side of one of the world's most important monotheistic religions.