Hindu Theosophy and Professor Buchanan
To the Editor of the Religio-Philosophical Journal: Will you permit me to say a few words about Prof. J. Rodes… Read More »Hindu Theosophy and Professor Buchanan
W. Q. Judge
Theosophist, author. Co-founder of the Theosophical Society. Biography: W. Q. Judge
The Nadigranthams
The article by T. Subba Row Garu in the July Theosophist will be read with great interest by all Theosophists,… Read More »The Nadigranthams
How She Must Laugh
Since the demise of H.P. Blavatsky’s body, a little over a year ago, mediums in various parts of the world… Read More »How She Must Laugh
Adepts and Politics
The communication in your December number from Chhabigram Dolatram, headed as above, is a piece of special pleading, directed against… Read More »Adepts and Politics
Modernized Upanishad
Chapter First 1 The Master was asked by the pupil to tell at whose wish the mind of man, when… Read More »Modernized Upanishad
Wisdom of the Gods
Several hundred of the most intelligent people in the city gathered in Turn-Verein hall last night to listen to William… Read More »Wisdom of the Gods
Transmigration of Souls
Is there any foundation for the doctrine of transmigration of souls which was once believed in and is now held… Read More »Transmigration of Souls
The Signs of This Cycle
Men of all nations for many years in all parts of the world have been expecting something they know not… Read More »The Signs of This Cycle
Suggestions to Branches
Founding of Branches This paper is to give newly-formed Branches some idea of the methods which experience has shown to… Read More »Suggestions to Branches
Stray Memoranda
“Why not,” I said to a Master’s messenger, “give to all these gaping theosophical children throughout the Society, the whole… Read More »Stray Memoranda
Is Karma Only Punishment?
The following query has been received from H.M.H.: “In August PATH Hadji Erinn, in reply to the above question, stated… Read More »Is Karma Only Punishment?
The Impudence of Modern Philosophers
In Herbert Spencer’s new book Justice, he defines that principle thus: “Every man is free to do that which he… Read More »The Impudence of Modern Philosophers
A Reminiscence & Correspondence
[Note: It is possible that the following article was not written by Mr. Judge. (ED.)] The interesting series of historical… Read More »A Reminiscence & Correspondence
The Tell-Tale Picture Gallery
Although the gallery of pictures about which I now write has long ago been abandoned, and never since its keepers… Read More »The Tell-Tale Picture Gallery
The Sheaths of the Soul
In my last article, “Mesmerism,” I arrived at the point where we discover that the inner mortal man has several… Read More »The Sheaths of the Soul
“Men Karmic Agents”
The above is the title of an essay in the T.P.S. series 1 by Alexander Fullerton, in which he treats… Read More »“Men Karmic Agents”
Theosophical Correspondence Class
The increase of the purely routine work of the General Secretary’s office has made it impossible to fully reply to… Read More »Theosophical Correspondence Class
Another Theosophical Prophecy
In the first number of The Path was inserted a prophecy made from certain books in India called Nadigrandhams, respecting… Read More »Another Theosophical Prophecy
Answers To Questioners
The notice published last month, that questions might be asked, addressed to “Zadok,” has elicited several queries, from which we… Read More »Answers To Questioners
Theosophical Objects
The Theosophical Society has been in existence since November, 1875, having been then founded in New York with the following… Read More »Theosophical Objects
Two Lost Keys
It has never been admitted by orientalists that there existed a key to the Bhagavad-Gita, other than a knowledge of… Read More »Two Lost Keys
Claiming to be Jesus
In one of the letters written by the Master K.H. and printed by Mr. Sinnett it is said the world… Read More »Claiming to be Jesus
About “The Secret Doctrine”
I have been asked to write anything known to me personally about the writing of The Secret Doctrine by H.P.B. As… Read More »About “The Secret Doctrine”
Is Heredity a Puzzle?
A well known writer in Harper’s Magazine said lately “Heredity is a Puzzle.” He then proceeded, “The race is linked… Read More »Is Heredity a Puzzle?
Professor Max Müller on Buddhism
The distinguished Sanskritist Max Müller delivered last year before the University of Glasgow a series of lectures—called Gifford Lectures—upon Religions,… Read More »Professor Max Müller on Buddhism
Six Years Gone
Six years have gone into the void since the Path was started, and we are still in the middle of… Read More »Six Years Gone
Evolution
A correspondent of PATH says: I am unable to get a comprehensive view of evolution theosophically. Does a “round” mean… Read More »Evolution
The Cure of Diseases
Mortal ills and the needs of the stomach rank next after the instinct of self-preservation among all the subjects which… Read More »The Cure of Diseases
Cautions in Paragraphs
Do not make statements that tend to mix up the Theosophical Society with any religious belief, political theory, or social… Read More »Cautions in Paragraphs
Is Poverty Bad Karma?
The question of what is good Karma and what bad has been usually considered by theosophists from a very worldly… Read More »Is Poverty Bad Karma?
Hypocrisy or Ignorance
There are some members of the Theosophical Society who expose themselves to the charges of indulging in hypocrisy or being… Read More »Hypocrisy or Ignorance
Masters, Adepts, Teachers, and Disciples
This article is meant for members of the T.S., and chiefly for those who keep H.P.B. much in mind, whether… Read More »Masters, Adepts, Teachers, and Disciples
The Turn of the Wheel
[I.] He was the son of a small ruler in Rajpootana. His father, of the warrior caste, governed a district… Read More »The Turn of the Wheel
Theosophical Theories of the Microcosm
The greatest schisms often come about through the supporters of one cause disputing over mere terminology. Mr. Subba Row, in… Read More »Theosophical Theories of the Microcosm
The Future and the Theosophical Society
In 1888 H.P. Blavatsky wrote: “Night before last I was shown a bird’s eye view of the theosophical societies. I… Read More »The Future and the Theosophical Society
Each Member a Centre
Some years ago one of those Masters in whom so many of our members believe directed H.P.B. to write a… Read More »Each Member a Centre
True Progress
Perhaps those who have engaged in discussions about whether it is more advisable to become acquainted with the Astral Plane… Read More »True Progress
Respecting Reincarnation
Objections frequently raised against “Reincarnation,” and that appear to those who make them to be strong, are some growing out… Read More »Respecting Reincarnation
H. P. B. was Not Deserted by the Masters
There are certain things connected with the personality of the great leader which have to be referred to and explained… Read More »H. P. B. was Not Deserted by the Masters
The Necessity for Reincarnation
[Note: the initial publication date of this Pamphlet is unknown; we have placed it in 1890 at the same time… Read More »The Necessity for Reincarnation
Hypnotism—Mesmerism
The encyclopaedias are not yet out of print which have classed mesmerism among the foolish superstitions of the ignorant played… Read More »Hypnotism—Mesmerism
Occult Arts
No. I. Precipitation The word “precipitation” means to throw upon or within. This term is used in chemistry to describe… Read More »Occult Arts
Change of Name
Commencing with the next, April, number, the PATH, which has been published for ten years under that name, will drop… Read More »Change of Name
Mars and Mercury
In the June Path there was printed a review of a pamphlet issued by the London Lodge T. S., and… Read More »Mars and Mercury
Conversations on Occultism with H.P.B.
In 1875, ’76, ’77 and ’78 my intimacy with H.P.B. gave me many opportunities for conversing with her on what… Read More »Conversations on Occultism with H.P.B.
Impossibilities Demanded
Many impossibilities have been at all times demanded by members of the Society from those who have by the misfortunes… Read More »Impossibilities Demanded
“Blavatskianism” In and Out of Season
THEOSOPHISTS! let us consult together. Let us survey the army, the field of battle, and the fighters. Let us examine… Read More »“Blavatskianism” In and Out of Season
If Methuselah Existed, Why So Short Our Lives?
At a Theosophical Society meeting the other day, it was stated that in the early races, say the second and… Read More »If Methuselah Existed, Why So Short Our Lives?