Initiation is one of the most intriguing and mysterious subjects encountered among the teachings of the Theosophical Society, suggesting that there are various steps and stages by which to gauge our spiritual development. Yet, historically, such teachings have been among the most likely to be misunderstood and misused and the least likely to affect our daily lives in any practical or recognizable way. After earlier successful and much appreciated...
Continue reading18 – 22 September: The Four Great Vows of Boddhisattva – Meditation and Silent Retreat with Trân-Thi-Kim-Diêu
THE FOUR GREAT VOWS OF BODHISATTVA 1 – Sentient beings, without number, I vow to help and save them all. 2 – Afflictions, limitless, I vow to eliminate them all. 3 – Doctrines, innumerable, I vow to study them all. 4 – Buddha’s dharma, supreme, I vow to realize it completely. As various successive crises have shaken human confidence in the future, it is undeniable that consciousness is evolving...
Continue readingRetreat: Initiation with Kurt Leland
Initiation is one of the most intriguing and mysterious subjects encountered among the teachings of the Theosophical Society, suggesting that there are various steps and stages by which to gauge our spiritual development. Yet, historically, such teachings have been among the most likely to be misunderstood and misused and the least likely to affect our daily lives in any practical or recognizable way. After earlier successful and much appreciated...
Continue readingThe Four Great Vows of Boddhisattva – Meditation and Silent Retreat with Trân-Thi-Kim-Diêu
THE FOUR GREAT VOWS OF BODHISATTVA 1 – Sentient beings, without number, I vow to help and save them all. 2 – Afflictions, limitless, I vow to eliminate them all. 3 – Doctrines, innumerable, I vow to study them all. 4 – Buddha’s dharma, supreme, I vow to realize it completely. As various successive crises have shaken human confidence in the future, it is undeniable that consciousness is evolving...
Continue readingRetreat: The Art of Self-Inquiry
In the spirit of J. Krishnamurti’s profound teachings on self-knowledge and inner transformation, the Vereniging Leerproject (Learning project Association) & School For Self Inquiry invite you to a sanctuary of gentle exploration and compassionate learning in Netherlands. It is important to understand that a retreat of this kind is a sacred space not intended for debates, arguments or asserting any particular ideology, strong opinions or ideals. The intention is...
Continue readingWorld Federation of Young Theosophists: The Path of Cooperation and the Spiritual Life
The World Federation of Young Theosophists is organizing a gathering aiming to bring together likeminded people from all over the world during a few days, to work and inquire alongside each other with a spirit of brotherhood and cooperation, connecting and bonding during few days, while surrounded by the beautiful nature of the Centre. Come join us! 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: Annie Besant developed an ethical system based on the notion...
Continue readingCooperative Work with Invisible Worlds – Kurt Leland
Based in Boston, USA, Kurt Leland is an international lecturer for the Theosophical Society (Adyar). A practicing clairvoyant for more than forty years, he specializes in the so-called third object of the Theosophical Society: the investigation of unknown laws of nature and the powers latent in humanity. He has edited an anthology entitled Invisible Worlds: Annie Besant on Psychic and Spiritual Development and published books on out-of-body experiences (Otherwhere:...
Continue readingFriends Day
Dear Friends of the Centre, We have been able to organise an attractive program for the day. 10.30 Welcome in the Besant Hall with coffee 11.00 Exhibition of paintings and sculptures related to the recently published book by Jaap Vos: “Being Is”, a book that does not want to be a book. 12.00 Lunch break. Bring your own sandwiches. Weather permitting: take a walk around the ITC and experience...
Continue readingInternational Theosophical History Conference 2022
THE THEOSOPHICAL MOVEMENT INNOVATIONS IN ESOTERICISM AND SPIRITUALITY Since 1986 a series of International Theosophical History conferences (ITHCon) have been held, mostly in London, at which scholars within the Theosophical Movement and from the academic world in general, have gathered together to share and discuss Theosophical History. This year, the ITHCon will be hosted in Naarden, The Netherlands, at the International Theosophical Centre, founded in 1925, offering a unique...
Continue readingTHE VOICE OF THE SILENCE: A MANUAL FOR MYSTICS
UPDATE: Participants are still welcome. Other than mentioned in the program, registration is still possible. For fees please look at the programme here: THE VOICE OF THE SILENCE: A MANUAL FOR MYSTICS . For further information, please contact secretary@itc-naarden.org Day visitors Day visitors are welcome. You do not have to register. Bring your own food, beverages are provided for. Fee: € 20,- per day, payable at Besant Hall. The Voice...
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