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The [[Theosophical Society]] was formed at New York on [[November 17]], 1875. On [[April 3]], 1905, it was incorporated at Chennai (Madras).
The '''Theosophical Society''' based in Adyar, Chennai, India, is an international organization dedicated to the principles of [[Theosophy]]. More information is available on its [http://www.ts-adyar.org/ website].
 
== History ==
[[File:TS incorporation.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Incorporation, April 3, 1905]]
The [[Theosophical Society]] was [[Founding of the Theosophical Society|formed]] at New York on [[November 17]], 1875 by [[Helena Petrovna Blavatsky]], [[Henry Steel Olcott]], [[William Quan Judge]], and other founders. On [[April 3]], 1905, it was incorporated at Chennai (Madras). Today the International TS has members in almost 70 countries around the world.
 
The Society was influential in the founding of many later esoteric movements, a number of which were founded by former TS members. Some notable cases are Dr. Gerard Encausse (Papus), founder of the modern Martinist Order; William W. Westcott, co-founder of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn; Max Heindel, founder of The Rosicrucian Fellowship; Alice Bailey, founder of the Arcane School; [[Rudolf Steiner]], founder of the Anthroposophical Society; the Russian painter [[Nicholas Roerich]] and his wife Helena, founders of the Agni Yoga Society; Guy and Edna Ballard, founders of the "I AM Movement"; among others.


== Three Declared Objects ==
== Three Declared Objects ==


No acceptance of particular beliefs or practices is required to join The Theosophical Society. All in sympathy with its three declared Objects are welcomed as members, which are:
No acceptance of particular beliefs or practices is required to join The Theosophical Society. All in sympathy with its [[Objects of the Theosophical Society|three declared Objects]] are welcomed as members, which are:
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:*To investigate unexplained laws of Nature and the powers latent in man.
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These three Objects form the foundation for the work of the Theosophical Society. However, they can be interpreted on many levels. Dr. John Algeo, former president of the TS in America, wrote: “The Objects of the Theosophical Society, like all great statements, can be understood in more than one way.”
These three Objects form the foundation for the work of the Theosophical Society. However, they can be interpreted on many levels. Dr. John Algeo, former president of the TS in America, wrote: “The Objects of the Theosophical Society, like all great statements, can be understood in more than one way.” For additional information, see [[Objects of the Theosophical Society]] and [[Universal Brotherhood]].
 
== Freedom of Thought ==
 
Any person in sympathy with the three Objects can join the Theosophical Society. The Society maintains the right of individual freedom of thought for every member, and nobody is asked to give up the teachings of their own faith, if they have any. To ensure this right, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1924:
 
<blockquote>As the Theosophical Society has spread far and wide over the world, and as members of all religions have become members of it without surrendering the special dogmas, teachings and beliefs of their respective faiths, it is thought desirable to emphasize the fact that there is no doctrine, no opinion, by whomsoever taught or held, that is in any way binding on any member of the Society, none which any member is not free to accept or reject. Approval of its three Objects is the sole condition of membership. No teacher, or writer, from H.P. Blavatsky onwards, has any authority to impose his or her teachings or opinions on members. Every member has an equal right to follow any school of thought, but has no right to force the choice on any other. Neither a candidate for any office nor any voter can be rendered ineligible to stand or to vote, because of any opinion held, or because of membership in any school of thought. Opinions or beliefs neither bestow privileges nor inflict penalties. The Members of the General Council earnestly request every member of the Theosophical Society to maintain, defend and act upon these fundamental principles of the Society, and also fearlessly to exercise the right of liberty of thought and of expression thereof, within the limits of courtesy and consideration for others.</blockquote>
 
== Freedom of the Society ==
 
As every individual member of the Society is free to hold his (or her) own views and beliefs, and to follow their own practices, no one can impose their particular views or aims on the Society, which has its own declared Objects. To ensure this freedom of the organization, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1949:
 
<blockquote>The Theosophical Society, while cooperating with all other bodies whose aims and activities make such cooperation possible, is and must remain an organisation entirely independent of them, not committed to any objects save its own, and intent on developing its own work on the broadest and most inclusive lines, so as to move towards its own goal as indicated in and by the pursuit of those objects and that Divine Wisdom which in the abstract is implicit in the title, The Theosophical Society. Since Universal Brotherhood and the Wisdom are undefined and unlimited, and since there is complete freedom for each and every member of the Society in thought and action, the Society seeks ever to maintain its own distinctive and unique character by remaining free of affiliation or identification with any other organisation.</blockquote>
 
== Organization and leadership ==
 
The TS is governed by the General Council that meets annually at the [[Adyar (campus)|headquarters]]. Officers include a president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary. The General Council includes the General Secretary of each national section, plus some at-large and emeritus members.
 
These are the presidents since the 1875 [[Founding of the Theosophical Society|founding]] of the Society:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Term of Office
! President
|-
| 1875–1906     
| [[Henry Steel Olcott]]
|-
| 1907–1933
| [[Annie Besant]]
|-
| 1933-45
| [[George S. Arundale]]
|-
| 1945-1953
| [[Curuppumullage Jinarājadāsa]]
|-
| 1953–1973
| [[Nilakanta Sri Ram]]
|-
| 1973-1979
| [[John B. S. Coats]]
|-
| 1980–2013
| [[Radha Burnier]]
|-
| 2014- present
| [[Tim Boyd]]
|}
 
== Headquarters ==
 
== Activities and programs ==
 
=== Annual convention ===
 
Each year in December, the Society holds its annual convention. The [[General Council]] meets, and members from around the world gather to hear excellent lecturers.
 
=== School of the Wisdom ===
 
=== Holidays and other celebrations ===
 
=== Walking the campus ===
 
The grounds are open twice daily for residents of Chennai who register as "walkers." In this way, members of the general public can enjoy the beauty and serenity of the campus.


The word “brotherhood” in the first Object is used without reference to gender. This Object aims at offering a space for people to come together and share their search for Truth, regardless of any external differences. The practice of this Object is a concrete recognition of humanity’s common essential nature and origin. It encourages us to appreciate external differences as something that enriches our human experience instead of being a source of intolerance and war. H. P. Blavatsky, Co-Founder of the TS, wrote: "Social differentiations, the result of physical evolutions and material environment, breed race hatreds and sectarian and social antipathies that are insurmountable if attacked from the outside. But, since human nature is ever identical, all men are alike open to influences which centre upon the human "heart," and appeal to the human intuition. And as there is but one Absolute Truth, which is the soul and life of all human creeds, it is possible to effect a reciprocal alliance for the research and dissemination of that basic Truth."
== Publications ==


For the "research and dissemination of that basic Truth", the second Object of the TS proposes a comparative study of three different avenues humanity has taken to the understanding of life: religion, philosophy, and science. The Society was thus the first organization in modern times to promote interfaith activities worldwide and in a systematic way. One of its aims was to bring to the West the wisdom of the East, when non Judeo-Christian religions were considered to be mere superstitions. Thanks to the work of the TS, words like karma, yoga, and many others became known to the general public outside scholarly circles. The Society was also the first organization working to bridge the gap between Science and Spirituality in a time when they were regarded as absolutely incompatible.
The Theosophical Society publishes books, periodicals, pamphlets, and reports through its publishing arm, [[Theosophical Publishing House (Adyar)|Theosophical Publishing House]], and the [[Vasanta Press]]. The official journal of the organization is '''[[The Theosophist (periodical)|''The Theosophist'']]'''.


Finally, the third Object encourages us to investigate what has sometimes been called the "hidden side" of life and of human beings. In the Theosophical view it is very important to learn about the deep purpose of life, the spiritual laws that guide our evolution, and to discover how to awaken to the spiritual potential that is inherent in every one of us. This is the only sure foundation to peace on earth. Real harmony and cooperation cannot be attained merely through politics and social reform (though they may be necessary), but through the transformation of the human heart and mind. H. P. Blavatsky, examining the accomplishments of the TS in its first 14 years, wrote: ". . . the key to all our successes as above enumerated is in our recognition of the fact of the Higher Self --colourless, cosmopolitan, unsectarian, sexless, unworldly, altruistic-- and the doing of our work on that basis. To the Secularist, the Agnostic, the Sciolistic Scientist, such results would have been unattainable, nay, would have been unthinkable. Peace Societies are Utopian, because no amount of argument based upon exoteric considerations of social morals or expediency, can turn the hearts of the rulers of nations away from selfish war and schemes of conquest."
Each year the Society produces an '''[[General Reports of the Theosophical Society|General Report of the Theosophical Society]]''' that provides a statement by the President, financial statements, reports from each of the national sections, and other information. A copy is sent to the General Secretary of each national section and to other members of the [[General Council]], but this publication is not sold to the general public.


===See also===
== Affiliated organizations ==
*[[Objects of the Theosophical Society]].
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*[[Universal Brotherhood]]
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The great energy and wide-ranging interests of Theosophists has led to the creation of numerous organizations.


== Freedom of Thought ==
=== Directly affiliated ===


Any person in sympathy with the three Objects can join the Theosophical Society. The Society maintains the right of individual freedom of thought for every member, and nobody is asked to give up the teachings of his own faith, if he has any. To ensure this right, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1924:
These organizations were founded by TS members, and are part of the fabric of the Theosophical Society as a whole. Most are separate legal entities such as not-for-profit corporations, and as such are subject to local or national regulation. Governance may be in the form of boards or committees; officers, staff members, and other participants are predominantly members of the Society.


<blockquote>As the Theosophical Society has spread far and wide over the world, and as members of all religions have become members of it without surrendering the special dogmas, teachings and beliefs of their respective faiths, it is thought desirable to emphasize the fact that there is no doctrine, no opinion, by whomsoever taught or held, that is in any way binding on any member of the Society, none which any member is not free to accept or reject. Approval of its three Objects is the sole condition of membership. No teacher, or writer, from H.P. Blavatsky onwards, has any authority to impose his or her teachings or opinions on members. Every member has an equal right to follow any school of thought, but has no right to force the choice on any other. Neither a candidate for any office nor any voter can be rendered ineligible to stand or to vote, because of any opinion held, or because of membership in any school of thought. Opinions or beliefs neither bestow privileges nor inflict penalties. The Members of the General Council earnestly request every member of the Theosophical Society to maintain, defend and act upon these fundamental principles of the Society, and also fearlessly to exercise the right of liberty of thought and of expression thereof, within the limits of courtesy and consideration for others.</blockquote>
* National sections of the Society
* Regional federations of sections
* Retreat centers and camps
* Lodges or branches affiliated directly rather than through national sections
* Publishing houses
* Groups supporting services offered at the Adyar headquarters:
** Baby Welcome
** Dispensary
**
* [[Esoteric Section|Esoteric School (Esoteric Section)]]
* [[Order of the Brothers of Service]]
* [[Theosophical Order of Service]]
* Theosophical Book Association for the Blind
* Theosophical Book Gift Institute
*
*


== Freedom of the Society ==
=== Indirectly affiliated ===


As every individual member of the Society is free to hold his (or her) own views and beliefs, and to follow his own practices, no one can impose his particular views or aims on the Society, which has its own declared Objects. To ensure this freedom of the organization, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1949:
These organizations came into being through the efforts of TS members, but have missions, membership, and organizational structures that are completely separate from the Society.


<blockquote>The Theosophical Society, while cooperating with all other bodies whose aims and activities make such cooperation possible, is and must remain an organisation entirely independent of them, not committed to any objects save its own, and intent on developing its own work on the broadest and most inclusive lines, so as to move towards its own goal as indicated in and by the pursuit of those objects and that Divine Wisdom which in the abstract is implicit in the title, The Theosophical Society. Since Universal Brotherhood and the Wisdom are undefined and unlimited, and since there is complete freedom for each and every member of the Society in thought and action, the Society seeks ever to maintain its own distinctive and unique character by remaining free of affiliation or identification with any other organisation.</blockquote>
* [[Society for the Promotion of National Education]]
* [[Young Men's Indian Association]]
* [[Order of the Star in the East]]
* [[Liberal Catholic Church]]
* Beauty Without Cruelty
* [[Bhārata Samāj]]
*


==Online resources==
==Online resources==
===Articles and pamphlets===
===Articles and pamphlets===
*[http://www.katinkahesselink.net/his/rules.htm# Rules and Regulations of the Theosophical Society (1905)] at Katinkahesselink.net
*[http://www.ts-adyar.org/content/early-history# Early History of the Theosophical Society] by International Headquarters of the TS (Adyar)
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/AwakeningInnerSelfAbdill.pdf# Awakening the Inner Self] by Ed Abdill
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/AwakeningInnerSelfAbdill.pdf# Awakening the Inner Self] by Ed Abdill
*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1633# Lift High the Torch] by John Algeo
*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1633# Lift High the Torch] by John Algeo
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*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1473# Theosophy's Most Holy and Important Mission] by John Algeo
*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1473# Theosophy's Most Holy and Important Mission] by John Algeo
*[http://www.austheos.org.au/tsia-article-unique-spiritual-heritage.html# A Unique Spiritual Heritage] by Mary Anderson
*[http://www.austheos.org.au/tsia-article-unique-spiritual-heritage.html# A Unique Spiritual Heritage] by Mary Anderson
*[http://www.theosophical.ca/adyar_pamphlets/AdyarPamphlet_No151.pdf# The Future of the Theosophical Society] by Annie Besant
*[https://cdn.website-editor.net/e4d6563c50794969b714ab70457d9761/files/uploaded/AdyarPamphlet_No151.pdf# The Future of the Theosophical Society] by Annie Besant
*[http://www.theosophical.ca/adyar_pamphlets/AdyarPamphlet_No43.pdf# The Inner Purpose of the Theosophical Society] by Annie Besant
*[https://cdn.website-editor.net/e4d6563c50794969b714ab70457d9761/files/uploaded/AdyarPamphlet_No43.pdf# The Inner Purpose of the Theosophical Society] by Annie Besant
*[http://theosophy.katinkahesselink.net/radha-burnier/faq.htm# Answers to some questions about membership of the TS] by Radha Burnier
*[http://theosophy.katinkahesselink.net/radha-burnier/faq.htm# Answers to some questions about membership of the TS] by Radha Burnier
*[http://www.ts-adyar.org/sites/default/files/pdf/Theosophist/Theosophist%201988/The%20Essential%20Work%20of%20the%20TS.pdf# The Essential Work of the Theosophical Society] by Radha Burnier
*[http://www.ts-adyar.org/sites/default/files/pdf/Theosophist/Theosophist%201988/The%20Essential%20Work%20of%20the%20TS.pdf# The Essential Work of the Theosophical Society] by Radha Burnier
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*[http://www.katinkahesselink.net/other/Burnier-aim-theosophy.html# What is our Aim?] by Radha Burnier
*[http://www.katinkahesselink.net/other/Burnier-aim-theosophy.html# What is our Aim?] by Radha Burnier
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/NeutralityoftheTS.pdf# The Neutrality of the Theosophical Society] by Sidney Cook
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/NeutralityoftheTS.pdf# The Neutrality of the Theosophical Society] by Sidney Cook
*[http://www.katinkahesselink.net/his/chronol.htm# Theosophical Chronology] Compiled by Katinka Hesselink
*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1322# When You Are One with Every Heart That Beats] by Pedro and Linda Oliveira
*[http://www.theosophical.org/publications/quest-magazine/1322# When You Are One with Every Heart That Beats] by Pedro and Linda Oliveira
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/RealWorkTS.pdf# The Real Work of the Theosophical Society] by N. Sri Ram
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/articles/RealWorkTS.pdf# The Real Work of the Theosophical Society] by N. Sri Ram
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===Audio===
===Audio===
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=CC0BD2C6-C73B-4112-8A0F-E003C3AC7F6D# A Historical Look at the Theosophical Movement] by John Cooper
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=CC0BD2C6-C73B-4112-8A0F-E003C3AC7F6D# A Historical Look at the Theosophical Movement] by John Cooper
*[https://ia903101.us.archive.org/20/items/exploringnewdirections/Exploring%20New%20Directions.mp3# Exploring New Directions: A Panel Discussion] by Bing Escudero, Maria Parisen, and Roger Gemme


===Video===
===Video===
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piiSJus4-S8 Mainstreaming Theosophy] by Vicente Hao Chin
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=6C8B1CBC-5802-4533-B3F3-29100F811D4B# Seven Presidents, Seven Eras: The Changing Face of Theosophy (6 Parts)] by Robert Ellwood and Joy Mills
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=6C8B1CBC-5802-4533-B3F3-29100F811D4B# Seven Presidents, Seven Eras: The Changing Face of Theosophy (6 Parts)] by Robert Ellwood and Joy Mills
*[http://www.theosophical.org/online-programs/recent-webcasts/2465# The Dawning of the Theosophical Age] by Michael Gomes
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYk7f0zAvuM The Dawning of the Theosophical Age] by Michael Gomes
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=89D607CE-3545-4591-8202-0C544AA0667E# Manifest Destiny: Theosophical History as Spiritual Narrative] by Michael Gomes
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5KDCzXNS6w Manifest Destiny: Theosophical History as Spiritual Narrative] by Michael Gomes
*[http://www.theosophicalinstitute.org/medialibrary/viewtitle.php?titleid=2E1F4BF0-16D0-4B3E-AC74-29695FEC0249# Mainstreaming Theosophy] by Vicente Hao Chin
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6Hz8TmvsPo Adyar: Home of the Theosophical Society Documentary] by Steve Schweizer
*[https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG1SpKaIIjNqk39aC1A6hjA YouTube channel] of lectures given at Adyar


== Additional resources ==
== Additional resources ==
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/library/Bibliography/TheosophicalSociety.pdf# Bibliography on The Theosophical Society] at the [[Henry S. Olcott Memorial Library]]
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/library/Bibliography/TheosophicalSociety.pdf# Bibliography on The Theosophical Society] at the [[Henry S. Olcott Memorial Library]]
*[http://www.theosophical.org/files/resources/library/Bibliography/TheosophicalHistory.pdf# Bibliography on Theosophical History] at the Henry S. Olcott Memorial Library


== Notes ==
== Notes ==

Revision as of 19:08, 27 December 2019

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Adyar Theosophical Society Headquarters

The Theosophical Society based in Adyar, Chennai, India, is an international organization dedicated to the principles of Theosophy. More information is available on its website.

History

Incorporation, April 3, 1905

The Theosophical Society was formed at New York on November 17, 1875 by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, Henry Steel Olcott, William Quan Judge, and other founders. On April 3, 1905, it was incorporated at Chennai (Madras). Today the International TS has members in almost 70 countries around the world.

The Society was influential in the founding of many later esoteric movements, a number of which were founded by former TS members. Some notable cases are Dr. Gerard Encausse (Papus), founder of the modern Martinist Order; William W. Westcott, co-founder of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn; Max Heindel, founder of The Rosicrucian Fellowship; Alice Bailey, founder of the Arcane School; Rudolf Steiner, founder of the Anthroposophical Society; the Russian painter Nicholas Roerich and his wife Helena, founders of the Agni Yoga Society; Guy and Edna Ballard, founders of the "I AM Movement"; among others.

Three Declared Objects

No acceptance of particular beliefs or practices is required to join The Theosophical Society. All in sympathy with its three declared Objects are welcomed as members, which are:

  • To form a nucleus of the Universal Brotherhood of Humanity, without distinction of race, creed, sex, caste or colour.
  • To encourage the study of Comparative Religion, Philosophy and Science.
  • To investigate unexplained laws of Nature and the powers latent in man.


These three Objects form the foundation for the work of the Theosophical Society. However, they can be interpreted on many levels. Dr. John Algeo, former president of the TS in America, wrote: “The Objects of the Theosophical Society, like all great statements, can be understood in more than one way.” For additional information, see Objects of the Theosophical Society and Universal Brotherhood.

Freedom of Thought

Any person in sympathy with the three Objects can join the Theosophical Society. The Society maintains the right of individual freedom of thought for every member, and nobody is asked to give up the teachings of their own faith, if they have any. To ensure this right, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1924:

As the Theosophical Society has spread far and wide over the world, and as members of all religions have become members of it without surrendering the special dogmas, teachings and beliefs of their respective faiths, it is thought desirable to emphasize the fact that there is no doctrine, no opinion, by whomsoever taught or held, that is in any way binding on any member of the Society, none which any member is not free to accept or reject. Approval of its three Objects is the sole condition of membership. No teacher, or writer, from H.P. Blavatsky onwards, has any authority to impose his or her teachings or opinions on members. Every member has an equal right to follow any school of thought, but has no right to force the choice on any other. Neither a candidate for any office nor any voter can be rendered ineligible to stand or to vote, because of any opinion held, or because of membership in any school of thought. Opinions or beliefs neither bestow privileges nor inflict penalties. The Members of the General Council earnestly request every member of the Theosophical Society to maintain, defend and act upon these fundamental principles of the Society, and also fearlessly to exercise the right of liberty of thought and of expression thereof, within the limits of courtesy and consideration for others.

Freedom of the Society

As every individual member of the Society is free to hold his (or her) own views and beliefs, and to follow their own practices, no one can impose their particular views or aims on the Society, which has its own declared Objects. To ensure this freedom of the organization, the General Council of The Theosophical Society passed the following resolution in 1949:

The Theosophical Society, while cooperating with all other bodies whose aims and activities make such cooperation possible, is and must remain an organisation entirely independent of them, not committed to any objects save its own, and intent on developing its own work on the broadest and most inclusive lines, so as to move towards its own goal as indicated in and by the pursuit of those objects and that Divine Wisdom which in the abstract is implicit in the title, The Theosophical Society. Since Universal Brotherhood and the Wisdom are undefined and unlimited, and since there is complete freedom for each and every member of the Society in thought and action, the Society seeks ever to maintain its own distinctive and unique character by remaining free of affiliation or identification with any other organisation.

Organization and leadership

The TS is governed by the General Council that meets annually at the headquarters. Officers include a president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary. The General Council includes the General Secretary of each national section, plus some at-large and emeritus members.

These are the presidents since the 1875 founding of the Society:

Term of Office President
1875–1906 Henry Steel Olcott
1907–1933 Annie Besant
1933-45 George S. Arundale
1945-1953 Curuppumullage Jinarājadāsa
1953–1973 Nilakanta Sri Ram
1973-1979 John B. S. Coats
1980–2013 Radha Burnier
2014- present Tim Boyd

Headquarters

Activities and programs

Annual convention

Each year in December, the Society holds its annual convention. The General Council meets, and members from around the world gather to hear excellent lecturers.

School of the Wisdom

Holidays and other celebrations

Walking the campus

The grounds are open twice daily for residents of Chennai who register as "walkers." In this way, members of the general public can enjoy the beauty and serenity of the campus.

Publications

The Theosophical Society publishes books, periodicals, pamphlets, and reports through its publishing arm, Theosophical Publishing House, and the Vasanta Press. The official journal of the organization is The Theosophist.

Each year the Society produces an General Report of the Theosophical Society that provides a statement by the President, financial statements, reports from each of the national sections, and other information. A copy is sent to the General Secretary of each national section and to other members of the General Council, but this publication is not sold to the general public.

Affiliated organizations

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The great energy and wide-ranging interests of Theosophists has led to the creation of numerous organizations.

Directly affiliated

These organizations were founded by TS members, and are part of the fabric of the Theosophical Society as a whole. Most are separate legal entities such as not-for-profit corporations, and as such are subject to local or national regulation. Governance may be in the form of boards or committees; officers, staff members, and other participants are predominantly members of the Society.

Indirectly affiliated

These organizations came into being through the efforts of TS members, but have missions, membership, and organizational structures that are completely separate from the Society.

Online resources

Articles and pamphlets

Audio

Video

Additional resources

Notes