It is important to have a clear understanding of what Theosophy actually is…What is Theosophy? It literally means Divine Wisdom or Wisdom of the Gods. Radha Burnier, former International President (1980 – 2013) of the Theosophical Society (TS) stated: ‘Theosophy is not a kind of empty philosophy, or a new sect or religion, but has to do with learning about life and the realization of its beauty and its...
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While individual members of the Theosophical Society (TS) are often strongly involved in social issues, the TS itself is non-political. Moral and ethical dilemmas change over time, as scientific discoveries shed new light on human existence, the shift of cultural norms and evolving civilisation. Often, these seem to contradict ethics of the eternal wisdom, based on ageless spiritual research. Being non-judgemental, observations can be made, being mindful of the...
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From the late 1940s to the late 1950s (when he died) Johan van der Stok was a great inspiration for the International Theosophical Centre in Naarden and for the Theosophical Society in the Netherlands. For years, all (ceremonial) groups working at the Centre have asked him to shine his light on their work. And he does, in all modesty, but with indescribable love and insight. He is present at...
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