[Theosophischen Lehren] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] “The great truth of knowing the cause of all suffering, O Bikkshus, is not a traditional teaching, but what caught my attention; the realization awoke in me; wisdom revealed itself in me; the light appeared to myself.” (Gautama Buddha.) “I am the way, the […]
[Theosophie] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] “I dwell in the hearts of all. From me comes thought and knowledge” (Bhagavad Gita. XV. 15.) The first question we encounter in our endeavor is, “What is Theosophy?” The answer is simple, yet difficult for most to grasp. The word “theosophy” comes from […]
An American Buddhist[1] From time to time articles appear in Indian, European and American papers, comparing Theosophy and Christianity, which show an entire misconception of the meaning of the word “Theosophy” on the part of the writers. One such writer in an entirely friendly article writes but recently: “Theosophy seeks to develop the power […]
[Theosophie und Okkultismus (Eine Betrachtung).] Translation from the German by Robert Hütwohl[1] “Many will appear in my name and say: I am Christ, and will lead many astray.” ”Many false prophets will arise and deceive many.” (Mathaeus XXIV) “Do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from […]
[Theosophie und Occultismus] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] The general interest shown in the theosophical writings is undoubtedly due to the fact that every human being contains the striving for the betterment of his condition, and that theosophical teachings, in contrast to most theological views, which teach men only the putting […]
[Theosophie und Philosophie] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] From left to right: Subba Row, Bavadjee, H. P. Blavatsky “My kingdom is not of this world.” (John XVIII. 36.) Ever since the earliest times there have been people who have endeavored throughout their lives to gain clarity for themselves […]
[Theosophie und Theologie] Translation from the German by Robert Hütwohl[1] Theosophy is the soul of theology and without it theology is lifeless and spiritless. Theology is called the science of divine things, Theosophy is the possession of these things. Theology is the teaching which is taken from traditions, Theosophy emerges from inner experience. […]
[Theosophie. Die Wahlverwandtschaften geistiger Kräfte.] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] As two parts: Part 1[2] Before we attempt to engage in a rational manner to exploring the interactions and elective affinities of any force, be it physical, psychic, or spiritual, the foremost question arises: What is “force”? Observation and […]
Notes[1] [2] One of the most important works that have been published on modern science, which is undoubtedly destined to give in the course of time the greatest impulse to a complete revolution in medical practice and to overthrow that system of modern quackery called “Medical Science,” is Professor T. R. Buchanan’s Therapeutic Sarcognomy.[3] […]
[Gedankenformen und Metamorphosen der Persönlichkeit] Translation from the German by Robert Hutwohl[1] “I’ll tell you the humble truth, When man, the little world of fools, Ordinarily thinks of itself as a whole.” […]