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INTRODUCTION TO THEOSOPHY

What is Theosophy? - The Theosophist, Dec. 2007. This is one of the most frequently asked questions in the theosophical milieu and, since the word ‘theosophy’ remains without an official definition, it will always be a matter to ponder over. We will examine the subject quoting H. P. Blavatsky ’s words Read more...

Theosophy and Gnosticism - Insight, Spring 2007. Most of Gnostic teachers spoke about a flawed creator, the Demiurgos, and the lower worlds as a flawed creation, an error that could have been avoided. It is also true that Plotinus criticized the Gnostic teachings on that very point, saying that everything in the universe was created according to a universal Law and that creation has a purpose. Read more...


ABOUT H. P. BLAVATSKY'S AND KRISHNAMURTI'S TEACHINGS

Krishnamurti's Teachings and Theosophy - The Theosophist, Dec. 2004. Do Jiddu Krishnamurti ’s teachings contradict modern Theosophical teachings? Or do they reflect H. P. Blavatsky’s words and those of her Masters? In fact they complement and shed light on each other. However there are many who cannot see this connection. Perhaps it would be necessary to investigate certain aspects of both teachings in order to discover their deep similarity. Read more...

The Secret Doctrine as Spiritual Practice - The Theosophist, May 2006. H.P. Blavatsky’s major work was The Secret Doctrine, which, according to one of her Masters, was the triple production of Mahatma M., HPB (H.P. Blavatsky), and Mahatma KH. While it was being written, she was seriously ill and her life was in peril, but the Masters must have considered this book a very important one Read more...

Meditating on The Secret Doctrine - The Theosophist, July 2006. In an earlier article we considered the importance of a meditative study of universals and also the Three Fundamental Propositions of The Secret Doctrine as a broad guideline for spiritual practice. Here we will focus on the meditative process, using the First Proposition and Stanza I of the First Volume of the SD as the foundation. Read more...

Expanding Our Centre of Consciousness - The Theosophist, May 2008. Although almost every spiritual tradition speaks of the divine nature in human beings, humanity is involved in suffering, brutality, and selfishness. Why are we in such a sorrowful condition? Is there any way out? Eastern philosophies as well as modern Theosophy say the origin of our present state is avidyâ, ignorance, and that only the perception of Truth will set us free. Read more...


ABOUT THEOSOPHICAL LEADERS

Theosophical Leaders who Inspire Me - The Theosophist, Nov. 2005.
In the Theosophical Society we have to deal with a paradox: If Theosophy is a regenerative force, it should make an impact on the consciousness of at least the more serious members, and some of its leaders who guide its development must be true Theosophists, in tune with the spirit of the TS. But, at the same time, we do not worship personalities or rely on someone else. Read more...

Annie Besant as an Early Theosophist - The Theosophist, Oct. 2006. Annie Besant joined the Theosophical Society in 1889, when she was a leader of Fabian Socialism. Earlier, after having seen that orthodox religion provided neither help nor opportunity for mankind’s advancement, she had become an atheist, embracing materialism and science as the gospel of truth. Read more...

Colonel Olcott. An Ever-Inspiring Example - The Theosophist, March 2007. We are commemorating the 100th anniversary of the death of our President-Founder (*), Colonel Henry S. Olcott, and these articles are the means for gratefully expressing the blessings resulting from his life’s effort. It is not easy to speak about past Theosophical leaders. On the one hand, some people tend to be over-critical, pointing out whatever errors they think one or the other leader made in his struggle to uplift humanity. Read more...

Damodar and the Preparation for the Occult Path - The Indian Theosophist, Dec. 2007. When we think about Dāmodar K. Mavalankar, one of the most prominent thoughts that comes to our mind is that of a successful chela (disciple). Dāmodar joined the Theosophical Society in July 1879 and soon after he became the chela of Master KH. About five and a half years after that, in February 1885, he left Adyar after having obtained permission from his Master Read more...