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
W. Q. Judge
Theosophist, author. Co-founder of the Theosophical Society. Biography: W. Q. Judge
The Three Planes of Human Life
I speak of ordinary men. The Adept, the Master, the Yogi, the Mahatma, the Buddha, each lives in more than… Read More »The Three Planes of Human Life
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
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
“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”
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
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?
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
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
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
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
Nigamagama Dharma Sabha
This is the name of a society in India which has also members in the ranks of the Theosophical Society… Read More »Nigamagama Dharma Sabha
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
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
A Working Glossary for Theosophical Students
Prefatory Words A glossary is said to be “a vocabulary explaining words which are obscure, antiquated, local, or peculiar to… Read More »A Working Glossary for Theosophical Students
Prince Talleyrand—Cagliostro
A good deal for and against Cagliostro has been said since the time when he disappeared from the scene, and… Read More »Prince Talleyrand—Cagliostro
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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”
Evolution
A correspondent of PATH says: I am unable to get a comprehensive view of evolution theosophically. Does a “round” mean… Read More »Evolution
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
The Press and Occultism
When The Path first appeared on the scene, the World and the Sun, two prominent daily newspapers of New York,… Read More »The Press and Occultism
Fifteen Years Ago
Fifteen years ago in November the Theosophical Society was started at the residence of H.P. Blavatsky in Irving Place, New… Read More »Fifteen Years Ago
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
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
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
Theosophical Don’ts
The following suggestions arise from experience and are due to facts in the Theosophical world. Don’t speak or write as… Read More »Theosophical Don’ts
“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
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
Karma in the Desatir
The Desatir is a collection of the writings of the different Persian Prophets, one of whom was Zoroaster. The last… Read More »Karma in the Desatir
Libel by Dr. Coues and the “N. Y. Sun”
In the New York Sun of Sunday, July 20th, appeared an article by Dr. Elliott Coues of Washington, D.C., purporting… Read More »Libel by Dr. Coues and the “N. Y. Sun”