W. Q. Judge

Theosophist, author. Co-founder of the Theosophical Society. Biography: W. Q. Judge

The Yoga of Self-Discipline

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Theosophical Forum, January, 1951 [Posthumously Published]

From a manuscript entitled “Aryan Philosophy, etc.,” in the handwriting of William Q. Judge, and preserved in the archives of the Theosophical Society. The Bhagavad-Gita is… Read More »The Yoga of Self-Discipline

The Dwellers on High Mountains

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Word, June, 1912 [Posthumously Published]

An account of the dwellers upon high mountains would be incomplete without some reference to a widespread belief prevailing in Hindustan in regard to authorities… Read More »The Dwellers on High Mountains

Letters That Have Helped Me (Vol. 2)

Letter(s)/ by W. Q. Judge to Unknown Recipient(s), with Julia Keightley, , The Quarterly Book Department, September, 1905 [Compilation] [Posthumously Published]

[Dedication] In DevotionTO THE IMMORTALSand inthe Service of Humanitythis little bookis laidUpon the Altar —June, 1905 The Master’s love is bountiful; its light shines upon thy… Read More »Letters That Have Helped Me (Vol. 2)

On Argument

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical News, July, 1897

I do not like arguments. They lead into endless labyrinths and convince no one. For conviction must come from the inner consciousness absorbing a truth.… Read More »On Argument

Cyclic Impression and Return and our Evolution

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophy, February, 1897 [Posthumously Published]

[Note: this was serialized from Feb.-Apr., 1897] Mr. Chairman, Fellow Theosophists, Ladies and Gentlemen: The title of what I am about to say to you… Read More »Cyclic Impression and Return and our Evolution

H. P. B. was Not Deserted by the Masters

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophy, April, 1896 [Posthumously Published]

There are certain things connected with the personality of the great leader which have to be referred to and explained every now and again even… Read More »H. P. B. was Not Deserted by the Masters

Change of Name

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, March, 1896

Commencing with the next, April, number, the PATH, which has been published for ten years under that name, will drop the title and thereafter will… Read More »Change of Name

The Subjective and the Objective

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1896

“After this, I said, imagine the enlightenment and ignorance of our nature in a figure: Behold! human beings living in a sort of underground den,… Read More »The Subjective and the Objective

How Should We Treat Others

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1896

The subject relates to our conduct toward and treatment of our fellows, including in that term all people with whom we have any dealings. No… Read More »How Should We Treat Others

The Screen of Time

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, Theosophy, February, 1896

[Note: this was serialized in The Path, Feb.-Mar. and concluded in Theosophy, Apr., 1896] Forever hiding futurity, the Screen of Time hangs before us, impenetrable.… Read More »The Screen of Time

Theosophy [A Definition]

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Universal Cyclopedia, December, 1895

Theosophy [from Gr. θεόσοφία knowledge of divine things, deriv. of θεόσοφος wise about God; θεόσ God + σοφός, wise]: a name which, as specifying a… Read More »Theosophy [A Definition]

The Criterion of Theosophy

Q & A/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Forum (2nd Series), December, 1895

Question—The fundamental question, “What is the criterion of Theosophy?” calls for an answer. Has Theosophy the power of growth, progress and advancement in line with… Read More »The Criterion of Theosophy

Questions and Answers

Q & A/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1895

[Note: these were serialized from Nov., 1895 to Mar., 1896] M.—I read in the New York Sun in October an editorial on the Maha Bodhi… Read More »Questions and Answers

Claiming to be Jesus

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1895

In one of the letters written by the Master K.H. and printed by Mr. Sinnett it is said the world [including doubtless East and West]… Read More »Claiming to be Jesus

Mechanical Theosophy

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1895

The earnest, devoted student can hardly believe that there exist any theosophists sincerely holding a belief in theosophical doctrines but who are, at the same… Read More »Mechanical Theosophy

The Work Since May

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1895

This month ends the year and gives us, for examination and review, seven months of experience in theosophical work. Last April, after the Boston Convention,… Read More »The Work Since May

Each Member a Centre

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1895

Some years ago one of those Masters in whom so many of our members believe directed H.P.B. to write a letter for him to a… Read More »Each Member a Centre

Theosophy and Capital Punishment

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, September, 1895

From ignorance of the truth about man’s real nature and faculties and their action and condition after bodily death, a number of evils flow. The… Read More »Theosophy and Capital Punishment

Words to Remember

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, The Irish Theosophist, August, 1895

“I would like you to reflect for a moment on the history of the Society. Eighteen years ago it was founded, and I am talking… Read More »Words to Remember

The Theosophical Movement

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, August, 1895

There is a very great difference between the Theosophical Movement and any Theosophical Society. The Movement is moral, ethical, spiritual, universal, invisible save in effect,… Read More »The Theosophical Movement

Advantages and Disadvantages in Life

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1895

That view of one’s Karma which leads to a bewailing of the unkind fate which has kept advantages in life away from us, is a… Read More »Advantages and Disadvantages in Life

The Prayag Letter

Letter(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, Lucifer Magazine, July, 1895

[Note: for background, see “A Mahatma’s Message to Some Brahmans.”] Mr. Judge challenged me to give my opinion on this letter, but—acting within his right… Read More »The Prayag Letter

H. S. Olcott vs. H. P. B.

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, June, 1895

In the April Theosophist Col. Olcott makes public what we have long known to be his private opinion—a private opinion hinted at through the pages… Read More »H. S. Olcott vs. H. P. B.

The Theosophical Society

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, May, 1895

INSIDE FACTS AS TO ITS ORGANIZATION.—A DE FACTO BODY.—THE REAL T.S. IN NEW YORK.—THE PRESIDENT STILL A DELEGATE TO FOREIGN LAND, AND HOLDING OVER IN… Read More »The Theosophical Society

Comets

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1895

The probable genesis, the constitution, the movements, and the functions of comets have engaged the greatest attention of astronomers. They very often appear to defy… Read More »Comets

The Truth about East and West

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1895

Mrs. Besant and others have joined together to try and show that I am attempting to create discord in the Theosophical Society between the East… Read More »The Truth about East and West

A Mahatma’s Message to Some Brahmans

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, March, 1895

A copy of the letter hereunder printed was sent me in 1893 by the Brahman gentleman mentioned therein, whose full name is Benee Madhab Battacharya… Read More »A Mahatma’s Message to Some Brahmans

Three Great Ideas

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Irish Theosophist, February, 1895

Among many ideas brought forward through the theosophical movement there are three which should never be lost sight of. Not speech, but thought, really rules… Read More »Three Great Ideas

Bogus Mahatma Messages

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, January, 1895

On November 30th, 1894, I received, from a source I always respect, this warning: “Look out for anonymous and bogus ‘occult’ messages to members of… Read More »Bogus Mahatma Messages

Kali Yuga and the Coming Race

Article/Q & A/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, January, 1895

(1) How many years are there in Kali Yuga? (2) Will the sixth sub-race begin very soon, that is, will it be at the end… Read More »Kali Yuga and the Coming Race

“The World Knoweth Us Not.”

Letter(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, The Irish Theosophist, December, 1894; January-March, August & November, 1895; January & October, 1896 [Serialized] [Final Installment Published Posthumously]

“It is more disgraceful to suspect a friend than to be deceived by him.”—ROCHEFOUCAULD. “If evil be said of thee, and if it be true,… Read More »“The World Knoweth Us Not.”

Theosophical Don’ts

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, December, 1894

The following suggestions arise from experience and are due to facts in the Theosophical world. Don’t speak or write as if morality and ethics were… Read More »Theosophical Don’ts

Wrong Popular Notions

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1894

“What are your proofs?” is often asked of the Theosophical student who believes in reincarnation and Karma, who holds to the existence of the astral… Read More »Wrong Popular Notions

Will Masters’ Help Be Withdrawn in 1898 until 1975?

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1894

The theory is widely known among the members of the Society that at the close of each century a spiritual movement is made in the… Read More »Will Masters’ Help Be Withdrawn in 1898 until 1975?

The Kali Yuga

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1894

A correspondent is confused on this subject from the statement in What is Theosophy by Mr. Old, that we are in the midst of the… Read More »The Kali Yuga

Conversations on Occultism [2nd Series]

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October-December, 1894; January-February, 1895 [Serialized]

Occult Teachings Student.—What is Occultism? Sage.—It is that branch of knowledge which shows the universe in the form of an egg. The cell of science… Read More »Conversations on Occultism [2nd Series]

Would Universal Language Aid Universal Brotherhood?

Note(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1894

Article by S. Kademal | Note by W. Q. Judge One language for all men would greatly help their progress to brotherhood; but diversity of… Read More »Would Universal Language Aid Universal Brotherhood?

Communications from “Spirits”

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1894

The complexity of this subject makes treatment of it difficult. So little is known, and challenge of power to know is so natural, that any… Read More »Communications from “Spirits”

Vast Works of the Past

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, September, 1894

The objection is often urged against Theosophical theories that they were produced by Eastern nations, and if we are to judge by India of today… Read More »Vast Works of the Past

Suicide is Not Death

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, New York World, August, 1894 [Re-printed in The Lamp, September, 1894]

As a student of Theosophy and human nature I have been interested in the discussion of the subject of self-murder to which The World has… Read More »Suicide is Not Death

Proofs of the Hidden Self

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, August, 1894

Through Dreams The dream state is common to all people. Some persons say they never dream, but upon examination it will be found they have… Read More »Proofs of the Hidden Self

An Ancient Telephone

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1894

It has been the custom of many people to belittle the ancients by assuming that they knew but little of mechanics, certainly not so much… Read More »An Ancient Telephone

Universal Brotherhood and Admission of Members

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1894

Some confusion has at times arisen in the minds of Branch officers and members on the point of admitting persons to the T.S. It has… Read More »Universal Brotherhood and Admission of Members

Nigamagama Dharma Sabha

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1894

This is the name of a society in India which has also members in the ranks of the Theosophical Society in America and elsewhere. It… Read More »Nigamagama Dharma Sabha

Points of Agreement in All Religions

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1894

[Note:] The Midwinter Fair at San Francisco had annexed to it a Religious parliament modeled after the first great one of 1893 at Chicago. Dr.… Read More »Points of Agreement in All Religions

The T.S. and its Basis

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Austral Theosophist, June, 1894

As one of those who helped to form the Theosophical Society, I may claim to speak with personal knowledge of the facts, and having worked… Read More »The T.S. and its Basis

Moon’s Mystery and Fate

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, June, 1894

Probably no heavenly body has received as much attention from men in all ages as our moon. Many causes contributed to this. The moon is… Read More »Moon’s Mystery and Fate

Christian Fathers on Reincarnation

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, May, 1894

Our brother George R. S. Mead, the General Secretary of the European Section T.S., has held that whether or not Origen, the greatest of the… Read More »Christian Fathers on Reincarnation

The Red Rajputs

Article/Review/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, May, 1894

Brother Charles Johnston, F.T.S., formerly of the Dublin Lodge in Ireland, is a member of the Royal Academy of Science and retired from the British… Read More »The Red Rajputs

Reincarnation of Animals

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1894

Very little has been said on the question whether or not the theory of Reincarnation applies to animals in the same way as to man.… Read More »Reincarnation of Animals

Theosophical Society and Reforms

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1894

ZEALOUS THEOSOPHIST. Don’t you think the Theosophical Society ought to take some definite stand on the questions of reform? Constitutional Theosophist. What put that into… Read More »Theosophical Society and Reforms

Conversations on Occultism with H.P.B.

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1894

In 1875, ’76, ’77 and ’78 my intimacy with H.P.B. gave me many opportunities for conversing with her on what we then called “Magic.” These… Read More »Conversations on Occultism with H.P.B.

Direful Prophecies

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, March, 1894

The whole mystic fraternity of Astrologers is now engaged in showing how the heavens portend great changes on this our earth. They agree with H.P.B.,… Read More »Direful Prophecies

On “The Judge Case,” Vice-Presidency and Autonomy

Editorial/Letter(s)/LTTE/Note(s)/ by W. Q. Judge with H. S. Olcott, , The Irish Theosophist, The Pacific Theosophist, The Path, The Vahan, Various Sources, March, 1894 to August, 1895 [Compilation]

[Note: The following collection includes various writings on “The Judge Case,” the Vice-Presidency and the Resolution of Autonomy of “The Theosophical Society in America.” These… Read More »On “The Judge Case,” Vice-Presidency and Autonomy

Reincarnation in Judaism and the Bible

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1894

The lost chord of Christianity is the doctrine of Reincarnation. It was beyond doubt taught in the early days of the cult, for it was… Read More »Reincarnation in Judaism and the Bible

Hypnotism

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1894

[Note:] This article was originally written for the N.Y. World, at request. What is the hypnotic force or influence? What really happens when a hypnotic… Read More »Hypnotism

Upanishads on Re-Birth

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1894

Hence one whose fire is burned out is reborn through the tendencies in mind; according to his thoughts he enters life. But linked by the… Read More »Upanishads on Re-Birth

Of Funds and Property

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, February, 1894

It was thought by some at one time in the history of the Theosophical Society that a society fund was an indispensable prerequisite to the… Read More »Of Funds and Property

Things Common to Christianity and Theosophy

Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Booklet, January, 1894

That the Theosophical Society is not opposed to Christianity in either its dogmatic or pure form is easily demonstrated. Our constitution forbids it and the… Read More »Things Common to Christianity and Theosophy

Disappearance of Ascetics at Will

Note(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, January, 1894

Article by Kali Prasanna Mukherji | Note by W.Q. Judge We often read of Yogis and Rishis disappearing on a sudden; a moment before, they… Read More »Disappearance of Ascetics at Will

Spiritualism

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, January, 1894

Last month we gave two prophecies from the “spirit” Jim L Nolan as reported some years ago by the Religio-Philosophical Journal.1 As this “control” has… Read More »Spiritualism

Hypnotism and Theosophy

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, December, 1893

[Note: “This article was printed in the Jenness Miller Illustrated Monthly, possibly some time in 1893. It is here reproduced from an undated page torn… Read More »Hypnotism and Theosophy

Two Spiritualistic Prophecies

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, December, 1893

In 1877 the Religio-Philosophical Journal had questions and answers published in its pages, giving spirit lore from “the independent voice,” headed as follows: By the… Read More »Two Spiritualistic Prophecies

Theosophy Generally Stated

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Lucifer Magazine, December, 1893

The claim is made that an impartial study of history, religion and literature will show the existence from ancient times of a great body of… Read More »Theosophy Generally Stated

“Blavatskianism” In and Out of Season

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Lucifer Magazine, December, 1893

THEOSOPHISTS! let us consult together. Let us survey the army, the field of battle, and the fighters. Let us examine our ways and our speech,… Read More »“Blavatskianism” In and Out of Season

About “The Secret Doctrine”

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Reminiscences of H.P.B., November, 1893

I have been asked to write anything known to me personally about the writing of The Secret Doctrine by H.P.B. As but little time was then… Read More »About “The Secret Doctrine”

The Theosophical Congress and the Parliament of Religions

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1893

The Congress of the Theosophical Society in September as a part of the Great Parliament of Religions was a significant as well as successful event.… Read More »The Theosophical Congress and the Parliament of Religions

Theosophical Correspondence Class

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, November, 1893 [Incl. Follow-up(s)]

The increase of the purely routine work of the General Secretary’s office has made it impossible to fully reply to all the numerous questions put… Read More »Theosophical Correspondence Class

Occult Arts

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October-December, 1893; January, 1894 [Serialized]

No. I. Precipitation The word “precipitation” means to throw upon or within. This term is used in chemistry to describe the fact of a substance,… Read More »Occult Arts

Before American Spiritualism

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1893

So many persons have come to suppose that Spiritualism took its rise through the rappings at Rochester under the mediumship of the Fox sisters, it… Read More »Before American Spiritualism

An Allegory

Story/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, October, 1893

Walking within the garden of his heart, the pupil suddenly came upon the Master, and was glad, for he had but just finished a task… Read More »An Allegory

Cycles and Cyclic Law

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

Ladies and gentlemen: This is our last meeting; it is the last impulse of the Cycle which we began when we opened our sessions at… Read More »Cycles and Cyclic Law

[Theosophical Doctrine]

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

MR. CHAIRMAN; brothers and sisters; men and women; members of the Parliament of Religions: The Theosophical Society has been presenting to you but one-half of… Read More »[Theosophical Doctrine]

Organized Life of the Theosophical Society

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

THE SOCIETY ABSOLUTELY UNSECTARIAN, WITHOUT A CREED, AND OPEN TO PERSONS OF ALL FAITHS. ACCEPTANCE OF DOCTRINES LARGELY TAUGHT IN THEOSOPHICAL LITERATURE NOT INCUMBENT. ITS… Read More »Organized Life of the Theosophical Society

[On Invocations]

Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

One or two persons have said since our sessions began that they noticed that other Congresses began either with the Lord’s Prayer or with some… Read More »[On Invocations]

[On Common Doctrines]

Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

Mr. Chairman; brothers and sisters; men and women; members of the Parliament of Religions: The Theosophical Society has been presenting to you but one-half of… Read More »[On Common Doctrines]

Universal Brotherhood a Fact in Nature

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

I have been requested to speak on the subject of Universal Brotherhood as a fact in nature; not as a theory, not as a Utopian… Read More »Universal Brotherhood a Fact in Nature

Theosophy in the Christian Bible

Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, Theosophical Congress, September, 1893

I have been asked to say a few more words on the subject of Theosophy in the Christian Bible; that is, I have been asked… Read More »Theosophy in the Christian Bible

India and Her Theosophists

Article/ by W. Q. Judge with H. S. Olcott, , The Theosophist, September, 1893

The publication of the following article was inadvertently delayed.—H.S. Olcott. I am moved to say a word, not by way of fomenting controversy, but merely… Read More »India and Her Theosophists

The Secret Doctrine and Physiology

Article/Note(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, September, 1893

I find on p. 92 of Vol. II, Secret Doctrine, the heart of man described as consisting of four lower cavities and three higher divisions.… Read More »The Secret Doctrine and Physiology

Our Convictions

Article/Note(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, September, 1893

TO THE PATH:—Please resolve a doubt. Are members of the T.S. required to become flabby in character upon entering the Society, and to give up… Read More »Our Convictions

How to Square the Teachings

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, September, 1893

Place has been given to Mr. Sinnett’s admirably written article “Esoteric Teaching” 1 for two good reasons: first, because he requested its publication, and second,… Read More »How to Square the Teachings

The Adepts and Modern Science

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, August, 1893

Modern science is a bugbear for many a good Theosophist, causing him to hide his real opinions for fear they should conflict with science. But… Read More »The Adepts and Modern Science

Regarding Islamism

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1893

The conversion to the religion of the Prophet Mohammed of Alexander Russell Webb, F.T.S., and his establishing in New York a paper devoted to Islamism,… Read More »Regarding Islamism

Cautions in Paragraphs

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1893

Do not make statements that tend to mix up the Theosophical Society with any religious belief, political theory, or social observance or non-observance. Beware of… Read More »Cautions in Paragraphs

Mars and Mercury

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1893

In the June Path there was printed a review of a pamphlet issued by the London Lodge T. S., and this magazine may perhaps be… Read More »Mars and Mercury

Meditation, Concentration, Will

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Irish Theosophist, July, 1893

These three, meditation, concentration, will, have engaged the attention of Theosophists perhaps more than any other three subjects. A canvass of opinions would probably show… Read More »Meditation, Concentration, Will

Rig-Veda on Gambling

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, July, 1893

The following excellent remarks are probably the oldest in the world upon the vice of gambling. They are found in Rig Veda, x, 34. It… Read More »Rig-Veda on Gambling

Theosophical Objects

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Booklet, June, 1893

The Theosophical Society has been in existence since November, 1875, having been then founded in New York with the following objects: First.—To form the nucleus… Read More »Theosophical Objects

Masters, Adepts, Teachers, and Disciples

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, June, 1893

This article is meant for members of the T.S., and chiefly for those who keep H.P.B. much in mind, whether out of respect and love… Read More »Masters, Adepts, Teachers, and Disciples

Suggestions to Branches

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, Booklet, June, 1893

Founding of Branches This paper is to give newly-formed Branches some idea of the methods which experience has shown to be the best for the… Read More »Suggestions to Branches

The Theosophical Society as Related to Brahmanism and Buddhism

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, May, 1893 [Incl. Follow-up(s)]

The subjoined circular has been sent by me to as many Brahmins as I could reach. I have purposely used the words “Brahmins of India”… Read More »The Theosophical Society as Related to Brahmanism and Buddhism

Glamour

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, May, 1893

The word “glamour” was long ago defined in old dictionaries as “witchery or a charm on the eyes, making them see things differently from what… Read More »Glamour

The Ocean of Theosophy

Book/ by W. Q. Judge, May, 1893

Written for the Ordinary Reader By W. Q. Judge ———— Contents Chapter I. Theosophy and the Masters Theosophy generally defined. The existence of highly developed… Read More »The Ocean of Theosophy

Spiritualism

Article/Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1893

The subject of spiritualism brings us face to face with the history of the Theosophical Society and the true progress of the human soul. When… Read More »Spiritualism

Authorship of Secret Doctrine

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, April, 1893

A good deal has been said about the writing of Isis Unveiled, and later of the Secret Doctrine, both by H.P. Blavatsky. A writer in… Read More »Authorship of Secret Doctrine

India: A Trumpet Call at a Crisis

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, Lucifer Magazine, April, 1893

From the facts that I am now the General Secretary of the American Section of the T. S. and its Vice-President, and was one of… Read More »India: A Trumpet Call at a Crisis

An Interesting Letter

Letter(s)/ by W. Q. Judge, Lucifer Magazine, April, 1893

144 Madison Avenue, New York Dear Brother,—I have your last long and welcome letter. The fears you express of the T.S. leading to dogmatism or… Read More »An Interesting Letter

The Mahatmas as Ideals and Facts

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, March, 1893

A visitor from one of the other planets of the solar system who might learn the term Mahatma after arriving here would certainly suppose that… Read More »The Mahatmas as Ideals and Facts

Devachan

Article/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, March, 1893

A correspondent writes to say that there seems to be some confusion or contradiction in theosophical literature and among theosophical writers in respect to the… Read More »Devachan