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The New Viman

Editorial/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, March, 1881

A plan has just been submitted for the consideration of the Odessa Branch of the Imperial Technological Society for an… Read More »The New Viman

The Kingdom of Heaven and the Upanishads

Article/ by Charles Johnston, The Open Court, December, 1905

[Reprinted as “The Parables of the Kingdom,” Quarterly Book Department, 1909] I. Were a student of the Upanishads, steeped in… Read More »The Kingdom of Heaven and the Upanishads

Are Dreams but Idle Visions?

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, January, 1882

Letter by K. Sarman Banerjee | Editor’s Note by H.P.B. To the Editor of The Theosophist. A few months ago,… Read More »Are Dreams but Idle Visions?

[Missionary Lies]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, August, 1883

Note by H.P.B. on an article by S. Ramaswamier . . . On the evening of the 20th he went… Read More »[Missionary Lies]

Hamsa Upanishad

Translation/ by K. Narayanaswami Aiyer, Thirty Minor Upanishads, 1914

[Hamsa]1 Gautama addressed Sanatkumāra thus: “O Lord, thou art the knower of all dharmas and art well versed in all… Read More »Hamsa Upanishad

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… Read More »India: A Trumpet Call at a Crisis

Karma: An Appendix to “Fragments of Occult Truth”

Note(s)/Q & A/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, July, 1883

[Note: see “Fragments of Occult Truth,” No’s 1-3 and 4-8 by A.O. Hume and A.P. Sinnet respectively.] With reference to… Read More »Karma: An Appendix to “Fragments of Occult Truth”

[Notes on “Mediums and Yogis”]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, May, 1882

Article Selections by * * * | Notes by H.P.B. Mediums and Yogis What is the Difference Between the Two?… Read More »[Notes on “Mediums and Yogis”]

The Year 1881

LTTE/ by H. P. Blavatsky, Bombay Gazette, March, 1881

To the Editor of the Bombay Gazette. Sir,—I believe very few of the millions who began three months since to… Read More »The Year 1881

Cagliostro

Article/ by Anon., Theosophy Magazine, October, 1938

For 150 years Alessandro Cagliostro has been defamed as the arch-impostor of the eighteenth century. Why? Because it is claimed… Read More »Cagliostro

[On Some Confusions about Rings and Rounds]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, June, 1883

Article selections from “Cosmical Rings and Rounds,” by A Student of Occultism | Notes & Editor’s Note by H.P.B. No.… Read More »[On Some Confusions about Rings and Rounds]

“The Philosophy of Spirit”

Article/ by T. Subba Row with H. P. Blavatsky, , The Theosophist, May & October, 1882; February, 1883 [Serialized]

[Note: the following addresses the book “The Philosophy of Spirit,” by William Oxley.] The book bearing the above title, and professing… Read More »“The Philosophy of Spirit”

[Notes on “Prophetic Horoscopes,” Astrology and Earth-Currents]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, February, 1881

Note by H.P.B. on an article by Morarji Gokuldas The facts given in the present article were communicated to a… Read More »[Notes on “Prophetic Horoscopes,” Astrology and Earth-Currents]

Plotinus, The Enneads [1:1-9]

Translation/ by Kenneth Sylvan Guthrie, 1918 [Originally published in Plotinus: Complete Works]

Ennead 1.1. The Organism and the Self. PSYCHOLOGIC DISTINCTIONS IN SOUL. 1. To what part of our nature do pleasure… Read More »Plotinus, The Enneads [1:1-9]

[Proper use of the term Jivatma]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, August, 1883

Article selection from “The Seven Human Bodies” | Note by H.P.B. In the course of reading the Fragments of Occult… Read More »[Proper use of the term Jivatma]

“Phenomena”

Note(s)/ by Damodar K. Mavalankar, The Theosophist, April, 1884

Letter by “A Student” | Reply by Damodar K. Mavalankar In the Supplement to the February issue, I find registered… Read More »“Phenomena”

Oxford Mission Shots at Occultism

Editorial/ by Damodar K. Mavalankar, The Theosophist, January, 1884

Out of the clear sky of a correspondent’s remarks on the comparative merits of Buddha and Christ, the thunderbolt has… Read More »Oxford Mission Shots at Occultism

Devachan: Western Stricture and Eastern Version

Article/Note(s)/ by Anon. with H. P. Blavatsky, , The Theosophist, August, 1883

[The following contains a “Memorandum” sent to A. P. Sinnett, and three replies to that “Memorandum.” H.P.B. mentions that these… Read More »Devachan: Western Stricture and Eastern Version

[Intro to] “C.C.M.” and Isis Unveiled

Editorial/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, September, 1882

We publish the following letter from “H. X.,” [A. O. Hume] under a strong personal protest. Another paper signed by… Read More »[Intro to] “C.C.M.” and Isis Unveiled

[Notes on Sibyls]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, February, 1884

Article Selections by Dr. Fortin | Notes by H.P.B. The Sibyl differs essentially from all other subects (mediums), inasmuch as… Read More »[Notes on Sibyls]

[Note on the Sufficiency of the Arhat Doctrine]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, September, 1882

Article Selections from the Authors of “The Perfect Way” | Note by H.P.B. “The Perfect Way” To the Editor of The… Read More »[Note on the Sufficiency of the Arhat Doctrine]

Lines From Lower Levels

Article/ by Julia Keightley, The Path, December, 1886

Many will turn from this heading. Whether they really live upon the upper levels or only imagine such to be… Read More »Lines From Lower Levels

An “Honest” Enquiry into the Aims of our Society

Editorial/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, July, 1882

We have been kindly favoured with a copy of a little pamphlet entitled: “The Theosophical Society and its Founders: An Honest… Read More »An “Honest” Enquiry into the Aims of our Society

European Convention: Chairman’s Closing Address

Lecture/ by W. Q. Judge, T. S. Reports, July, 1892

BROTHERS AND SISTERS, I am deeply grateful for your fraternal and hearty welcome; I know that it is sincere. Every… Read More »European Convention: Chairman’s Closing Address

[On Christian Bigots and the Salvation Army]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, March, 1882

Article Selections from “The Amazons of the Lord” | Note and Closing Paragraphs by H.P.B.* [* This article is unsigned… Read More »[On Christian Bigots and the Salvation Army]

[A Note on the Arya]

Editorial/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, June, 1882

[Note: for some background, see “The ‘Arya’ on the Theosophists” and the following “Notice,” in The Theosophist, May, 1882, Supplement, p.… Read More »[A Note on the Arya]

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… Read More »Will Masters’ Help Be Withdrawn in 1898 until 1975?

“Esoteric Buddhism”

Review/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, July, 1883

Mr. A. P. Sinnett, F.T.S., author of The Occult World, has in the press of Messrs. Trübner and Co. a new volume… Read More »“Esoteric Buddhism”

[Introductory Note to “Yoga Philosophy” and “The Dream of Ravan”]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, January, 1880

Introductory Note by H.P.B. on an article titled “Yoga Philosophy,” by “Truth Seeker.” The following communication, from a European Theosophist,… Read More »[Introductory Note to “Yoga Philosophy” and “The Dream of Ravan”]

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… Read More »Christian Fathers on Reincarnation

The Song of the Self

Translation/ by Charles Johnston, Oriental Department Papers, October, 1895

Nor earth nor water, fire nor liquid air, Nor ether, nor the powers, nor these in one; Undifferentiated, in dreamless… Read More »The Song of the Self

The Study of Russian by Indian Officers

LTTE/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, February, 1881

To the Editor of the Bombay Gazette. Sir:––In The Pioneer of February 19th, there is a letter from Mr. Walter… Read More »The Study of Russian by Indian Officers

[The Ceylon Delegation and Progress in India]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, June, 1880

The editorial notice of the proposed visit of our Theosophical Delegation to the island of Ceylon, which is transferred to… Read More »[The Ceylon Delegation and Progress in India]

[Review:] The National Epic of Finland [Kalevala]

Review/ by H. P. Blavatsky, Lucifer Magazine, October, 1888

[Review of John Martin Crawford, The Kalevala: The Epic Poem of Finland, 1888.] The last proof of the universality in… Read More »[Review:] The National Epic of Finland [Kalevala]

Argument for Reincarnation

Editorial/ by W. Q. Judge, The Path, August, 1891

It has been suggested to The Path that theosophists jot down as they occur any arguments hit upon to support… Read More »Argument for Reincarnation

From Theosophy to Shakespeare

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, July, 1883

Notes by H.P.B. on a letter from Mr. Henry G. Atkinson We have received a very interesting letter from Mr.… Read More »From Theosophy to Shakespeare

Dhammapada (Theosophy Co. Rendition)

Translation/ by Anon., December, 1950

“This is not a new translation. It is only a rendition. Over a score of translations have been consulted in… Read More »Dhammapada (Theosophy Co. Rendition)

The Druzes of Mount Lebanon

Article/ by Anon., Theosophy Magazine, November, 1937

The tenth century is an important milestone in the history of Europe, as it marked the end of the first… Read More »The Druzes of Mount Lebanon

Some Inquiries Suggested by Mr. Sinnett’s “Esoteric Buddhism”

Letter(s)/ by Frederick W. H. Myers, The Theosophist, September, 1883 [For notes on the authorship of the “Replies,” see Blavatsky CW vol. 5, pp. 129-138]

The [following] questions being of very grave import require to be answered at length: questions involving critical enquiry into the… Read More »Some Inquiries Suggested by Mr. Sinnett’s “Esoteric Buddhism”

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… Read More »Spiritualism

[On the Role of the “Astral Soul” in Phenomena]

Note(s)/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Theosophist, September, 1881

Article Selections by N.D.K. | Note and Editor’s Note by H.P.B. The author of “Confessions of a Thug,” “Seeta,” “Tara,”… Read More »[On the Role of the “Astral Soul” in Phenomena]

“Psychophobia” in Russia

LTTE/ by H. P. Blavatsky, The Banner of Light, April, 1876

To the Editor of the Banner of Light: Dear Sir,—I have received from St. Petersburg the protests of Professor Butleroff and… Read More »“Psychophobia” in Russia

Occult Study

Article/Lecture/ by A. P. Sinnett, The Theosophist, March, 1884

(The following Paper was read lately by a Theosophist and “Lay Chela” in London to an audience consisting chiefly, but… Read More »Occult Study

The First Step

Article/ by B. P. Wadia, [Original source and date unknown] [Printed in Living the Life, 1962]

In the ocean of worldly life man strives for happiness. His knowledge and experience of the past years of the… Read More »The First Step

Corrections Concerning the Controversy on Occultism

LTTE/ by H. P. Blavatsky, Bulletin Mensuel de la Société Scientifique d'Études Psychologiques, May, 1883 [Translated from the original French]

We have received from Mme Blavatsky a letter dated from Madras, April 17. In this letter, the eminent Secretary of… Read More »Corrections Concerning the Controversy on Occultism

Our God and Other Gods

Article/Lecture/ by Robert Crosbie, Theosophy Magazine, September, 1920 [Posthumously Published]

As a people we speak of “our God,” imagining that we all have the same idea, that we all mean… Read More »Our God and Other Gods

Tejobindu Upanishad

Translation/ by K. Narayanaswami Aiyer, Thirty Minor Upanishads, 1914

[Tejobindu]1 Chapter I Param-Dhyāna (the supreme meditation) should be upon tejo bindu, which is the Ātmā of the universe, which… Read More »Tejobindu Upanishad

Living Messengers Called Words

Article/ by S. A., Universal Theosophy, September, 2015

“When, O Lord of the Word, the Wise established Name-giving, the first principle of language, Their inmost essence, pristine and… Read More »Living Messengers Called Words

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