Ray Grasse: Exploring the Astrological Universe Theosophical Society 2015-11-19 | Presented on October 8, 2015In this lecture Ray Grasse presents a broad overview of astrology, from the personal to the cosmic--with side-trips into the dynamics of prediction, "Sun sign" astrology, the Aquarian Age, transmuting difficult planetary patterns, synchronicity and symbolism, free will, archetypes, the 100th Monkey paradigm, the horoscope as "sheet music," and celebrities galore. Whether you're new to astrology or a long-term practitioner, you should find something to chew on here. Ray's new book is "Under a Sacred Sky: Essays on the Practice and Philosophy of Astrology" (Wessex, 2015), and his website is http://www.raygrasse.com.Available on DVD at: http://questbooks.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=3003&search=Exploring+the+Astrological+Universe&description=true&category_id=59&sub_category=true
Gateways of Spiritual Experience: Discovering and Explaining the Spiritual World | Jonathan Ellerby Theosophical Society 2024-10-18 | We all have unexpected moments that take us out of our ordinary lives, and into a sense of the extraordinary. Are such spiritual experiences signs of spiritual growth? Are some spiritual experiences more important than others? How do we make sense of the different ways people discover and explain the spiritual world? The spiritual journey can be as challenging and complicated as it is rewarding and transformative. In this short but powerful presentation, Dr. Jonathan Ellerby will review the seven most common types of spiritual experience, helping us to understand how to recognize them, what they teach us, and how to draw healing wisdom from the spectrum of spiritual experience types.The Seven Gateways of Spiritual Experience: amzn.to/3zBhfmiReturn to the Sacred: amzn.to/4gRXmrJWe also invite you to join Jonathan for an online interactive workshop on October 26th called "The Seven Gateways of Spiritual Experience: An Experiential Workshop." For more information please visit: theosophical.org/program/webinars/the-seven-gateways-of-spiritual-experience-an-experiential-workshop-with-jonathan-ellerbyJonathan Ellerby, Ph.D., is a two-time bestselling author, consultant, and speaker who brings a rare and essential perspective to consciousness studies, integrative wellness, and human transformation. With more than 30 years of experience in research and applied work, Dr. Jonathan’s background includes advanced academic degrees combined with decades of practical leadership and applied experience in settings as diverse as hospitals, rural communities, and Fortune 500 boardrooms. He also draws on his training as a cross-cultural chaplain, a multi-faith minister, and a practitioner of energy medicine, and traditional earth-based ceremonial healing. Learn more at jonathanellerby.com.#spiritualjourney #spiritualexperience #spiritualawakening The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
The Definition of Yoga #yoga #meditiation Theosophical Society 2024-10-16 | Clipped from "Release Nervous Stress and Strengthen your Immune System through Yoga, Meditation, and More" with Jeff Prabhakar Migdow. June 10, 2023.
For within you is the light of the world — the only light that can be shed upon the Path. Theosophical Society 2024-10-13 | ~Mabel Collins#spiritualpath #spiritualjourney #ancientwisdom #theosophy
Self-Transformation and the Future of Religion with Radha Burnier | Theosophical Classic 1993 Theosophical Society 2024-10-13 | This video is part of the Theosophical Society in America’s Classics Series.The International President of the Theosophical Society, Adyar, explores a higher vision for religion. Presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. Presented in 1993.Available on DVD at questbooks.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=2099&search=Self-Transformation&description=true&category_id=59&sub_category=true#Theosophy#Parliament of the World's Religions#interfaith dialogueThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members or its affiliates.
Buddhist Reflections on the Judging Mind | Shaila Catherine Theosophical Society 2024-10-11 | The Buddha said that nothing gives us more trouble than an untrained mind — and nothing brings more benefit than a well-trained mind. Buddhist meditation teacher and author Shaila Catherine will address the common tendencies to judge and compare. She proposes that while wise discernment is useful, excessive comparing and compulsive judging can harm relationships, obscure the clarity of perception, and thwart spiritual development. Drawing from traditional Buddhist teachings, this talk includes practical suggestions for calming a harsh inner critic, while encouraging critical and thoughtful inquiry.The Jhanas - A Practical Guide to Deep Meditative States: amzn.to/3ZNB7goFocused and Fearless - A Meditator's Guide to States of Deep Joy, Calm, and Clarity: amzn.to/3zzvuIiWisdom Wide and Deep - A Practical Handbook for Mastering Jhana and Vipassana: amzn.to/3zHSg0xBeyond Distraction - Five Practical Ways to Focus the Mind: amzn.to/3Bsw7UFShaila Catherine is a Buddhist author and the founder of Bodhi Courses, an online Dhamma classroom, and Insight Meditation South Bay, a center for mindfulness, compassion, and wisdom. She has taught insight meditation since 1996 in the United States, Canada, Europe, Israel, and New Zealand. Shaila is the author of three books on meditation: Focused and Fearless: A Meditator’s Guide to States of Deep Joy, Calm, and Clarity; Wisdom Wide and Deep: A Practical Handbook for Mastering Jhanā and Vipassanā; and Beyond Distraction: Five Practical Ways to Focus the Mind.#buddhism #mindfulness #buddhistteachings The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
How to Make Use of Your Emotions in a Lucid Dream #luciddreams Theosophical Society 2024-10-09 | Clipped from "An Introduction to Lucid Dreaming and Its Potential" with Robert Waggoner. June 26, 2023.
As knowledge feeds the mind, so beauty nourishes the heart. Theosophical Society 2024-10-06 | ~Manly P. Hall, The Mystical Christ#spiritualjourney #ancientwisdom #theosophy #beauty
The Birthing Process of the New Whole with Anna Lemkow | Theosophical Classic 1993 Theosophical Society 2024-10-06 | This video is part of the Theosophical Society in America’s Classics Series.Discusses how the principle of wholeness is transforming our world. Presented in 1993.#wholeness#spirituality#spiritualawakeningThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members or its affiliates.
Clairvoyance: The Art of Seeing Clearly | Kurt Leland Theosophical Society 2024-10-04 | The word clairvoyant suggests extraordinary abilities like perceiving auras or astral presences—yet its definition is simply “clear seeing.” We all want to perceive our inner and outer world more clearly, and clairvoyance can help us to do just that. Clairvoyance allows us to experience what is present before us—not only to the eyes and other senses of the physical body, but also to the inner senses: the heart-to-heart connection experienced in the astral/emotional body as empathy; the mind-to-mind connection experienced in the mental body as understanding; and the soul-to-soul connection experienced in the causal body as spiritual love. When practiced thus, clairvoyance becomes a means of spiritual unfolding without tears of frustration or fears of being led astray.Otherwhere - A Field Guide for Astral Travelers: amzn.to/4dqs7BeThe Unanswered Question - Death, Near-Death, and the Afterlife: amzn.to/47PPBhPRainbow Body - A History of the Western Chakra System: amzn.to/3zFDI1uThe Multidimensional Human - Practices for Psychic Development: amzn.to/4eL1191Kurt Leland is an international lecturer for the Theosophical Society. He has been teaching classes in psychic and spiritual development for twenty years. He is the author of several books, including Invisible Worlds: Annie Besant on Psychic and Spiritual Development, Rainbow Body: A History of the Western Chakra System from Blavatsky to Brennan, and The Multidimensional Human: Practices for Psychic Development and Astral Projection.#clairvoyance #astral #theosophy The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Join us for Timeless Consciousness: Exploring the Eternal Reality of the Upanishads & Bhagavad Gita Theosophical Society 2024-10-03 | What if consciousness was not just a personal experience, but the eternal fabric of the universe itself? We invite you to join us for this transformative workshop led by Acharya Shunya — lineage holder, author of Sovereign Self, and renowned teacher of Vedic wisdom — to explore the timeless teachings of the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita, revealing consciousness as the ultimate reality that transcends both body and death.As Erwin Schrödinger observed, consciousness is a singular of which the plural is unknown. In this workshop, you will explore how consciousness not only underlies everything in existence — including space and time — but also outlives the physical body. Discover the Vedic truth that there is no true death, only the shedding of the body, while your consciousness remains untouched, infinite, and eternal.Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/timeless-consciousness-exploring-the-eternal-reality-of-the-upanishads-and-bhagavad-gitaKey teachings will include:The nature of consciousness as immortal and unbounded by time or physical formHow your thoughts shape reality — not just figuratively, but literallyPractical wisdom on how to experience your consciousness as timeless and beyond the confines of the physical worldThrough Acharya Shunya’s wisdom and guidance, you will:Learn key verses from the Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita that illuminate the eternal nature of consciousnessUnderstand how consciousness transcends the cycle of birth and death, and how this realization can bring profound peaceExplore the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita on the indestructibility of the Self and how this understanding can empower your lifeJoin Acharya Shunya for this enlightening journey into the eternal essence of your being. Together, we will unlock the wisdom of the ancients to help you realize that consciousness is boundless, timeless, and the true essence of who you are.#hinduism #easternphilosophy #easternreligion #india #upanishads #bhagavadgita #holistic #reincarnation #vedic
Register now for Maurice Nicoll: Forgotten Teacher of the Fourth Way Theosophical Society 2024-10-03 | In 1922, Maurice Nicoll (1884-1953) abandoned his successful London psychiatry practice and his direct studies with Carl Jung to move his family just outside of Paris to the Institute for the Harmonious Development of Man, a center recently opened by philosopher, mystic, and spiritual guru G.I. Gurdjieff, the founder of the esoteric system that became known as the “Fourth Way.” Nicoll went on to become one of the most passionate teachers of the Fourth Way, committing the final three decades of his life to teaching “The Work” in his own unorthodox style.We invite you to join us for this presentation by Gary Lachman, based on his recent book "Maurice Nicoll: Forgotten Teacher of the Fourth Way," to explore the unusual syncretic approach Nicoll brought to his teaching of the Fourth Way. Nicoll is unique in having Jung, Gurdjieff, and Ouspensky as teachers and having had close, personal contact with each of these important figures in esoteric history. We will look at how Nicoll incorporated elements of Jungian psychology and the teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg into his approach to Gurdjieff’s and Ouspensky’s ideas, as recounted in his best-known work, the Psychological Commentaries on the Teaching of Gurdjieff and Ouspensky as well as his esoteric interpretation of the Gospels.Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/maurice-nicoll-forgotten-teacher-of-the-fourth-way#gurdjieff #carljung #esoteric #mysticism #philosophy #spirituality #selfimprovement #selfknowledge #inquiry
Seeking the True Self: Part 4 - Self-Dwelling | Pablo Sender Theosophical Society 2024-10-01 | View the entire series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRtuDWE10sVeDNf_aRb4qbWSyDa6-GkR_“Man Know Thyself” is a famous aphorism that was inscribed at the entrance of the Delphi oracle in Greece. Many spiritual traditions have similarly pointed out that the root of suffering and conflict lies in our ignorance of who we really are. However, self-knowledge is not easy. It requires peeling back the layers of false conceptions and mistaken identities, as well as awakening to a deeper perception to realize our essential natures. In this program, Pablo Sender explores the theory and practice of the four meditative approaches found in Theosophical literature: self-examination, self-inquiry, self-observation, and self-dwelling. Part 4 of 4.View our current webinar offerings at: theosophical.org/programs/webinarsLearn more at Pablo's website: pablosender.com#theosophy #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualgrowth #theosophicalsociety #practicalspirituality #selfdiscovery #meditativeThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Seeking the True Self: Part 3 - Self-Observation | Pablo Sender Theosophical Society 2024-10-01 | View the entire series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRtuDWE10sVeDNf_aRb4qbWSyDa6-GkR_“Man Know Thyself” is a famous aphorism that was inscribed at the entrance of the Delphi oracle in Greece. Many spiritual traditions have similarly pointed out that the root of suffering and conflict lies in our ignorance of who we really are. However, self-knowledge is not easy. It requires peeling back the layers of false conceptions and mistaken identities, as well as awakening to a deeper perception to realize our essential natures. In this program, Pablo Sender explores the theory and practice of the four meditative approaches found in Theosophical literature: self-examination, self-inquiry, self-observation, and self-dwelling. Part 3 of 4.View our current webinar offerings at: theosophical.org/programs/webinarsLearn more at Pablo's website: pablosender.com#theosophy #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualgrowth #theosophicalsociety #practicalspirituality #selfdiscovery #meditativeThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Seeking the True Self: Part 2 - Self-Inquiry | Pablo Sender Theosophical Society 2024-10-01 | View the entire series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRtuDWE10sVeDNf_aRb4qbWSyDa6-GkR_“Man Know Thyself” is a famous aphorism that was inscribed at the entrance of the Delphi oracle in Greece. Many spiritual traditions have similarly pointed out that the root of suffering and conflict lies in our ignorance of who we really are. However, self-knowledge is not easy. It requires peeling back the layers of false conceptions and mistaken identities, as well as awakening to a deeper perception to realize our essential natures. In this program, Pablo Sender explores the theory and practice of the four meditative approaches found in Theosophical literature: self-examination, self-inquiry, self-observation, and self-dwelling. Part 2 of 4.View our current webinar offerings at: theosophical.org/programs/webinarsLearn more at Pablo's website: pablosender.com#theosophy #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualgrowth #theosophicalsociety #practicalspirituality #selfdiscovery #meditativeThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Seeking the True Self: Part 1 - Self-Examination | Pablo Sender Theosophical Society 2024-10-01 | View the entire series here: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRtuDWE10sVeDNf_aRb4qbWSyDa6-GkR_“Man Know Thyself” is a famous aphorism that was inscribed at the entrance of the Delphi oracle in Greece. Many spiritual traditions have similarly pointed out that the root of suffering and conflict lies in our ignorance of who we really are. However, self-knowledge is not easy. It requires peeling back the layers of false conceptions and mistaken identities, as well as awakening to a deeper perception to realize our essential natures. In this program, Pablo Sender explores the theory and practice of the four meditative approaches found in Theosophical literature: self-examination, self-inquiry, self-observation, and self-dwelling. Part 1 of 4.View our current webinar offerings at: theosophical.org/programs/webinarsLearn more at Pablo's website: pablosender.com#theosophy #spirituality #spiritualjourney #spiritualgrowth #theosophicalsociety #practicalspirituality #selfdiscovery #meditativeThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
True wisdom Theosophical Society 2024-09-29 | comes to each of us when we realize how little we understand about life, ourselves, and the world around us." ~Socrates
Sophia: The Mystery of Divine Wisdom with Richard Smoley Theosophical Society 2024-09-27 | The mysterious figure of Sophia, divine wisdom, lurks on the edges of theology. She is praised in the Bible. She is honored in the great church of Hagia Sophia (“Holy Wisdom”) in Istanbul. Her fall and redemption are chronicled in the texts of the ancient Gnostics. But who is she really? What does she represent? Richard Smoley, author of Forbidden Faith: The Secret History of Gnosticism, explores the myth of Sophia past and present. He shows that the mystery of Sophia is the central mystery of consciousness itself: what it is, how it is lost in identification with externals, and how it may be liberated. The story of Sophia tells us a great deal about our own minds and how we interpret (and misinterpret) the world around us.A Theology of Love: Reimagining Christianity through A Course in Miracles: amzn.to/4eE4ciMInner Christianity - A Guide to the Esoteric Tradition : amzn.to/3Zz0vXiHow God Became God - What Scholars Are Really Saying About God and the Bible: amzn.to/3XIQt3cForbidden Faith - The Secret History of Gnosticism: amzn.to/3XYqINUThe Seven Games of Life - How to Play: amzn.to/4enu96n Richard Smoley is editor of Quest: Journal of the Theosophical Society in America. He is also the author of thirteen books on spirituality, philosophy, and religion. His latest book, Seven Games of Life, was published in May 2023. Richard lectures nationwide for the Theosophical Society and other organizations and has been featured on numerous YouTube videos.#sophia #ancientwisdom #gnosticismThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
What are Angels? #angel #angels #mysticaltraditions Theosophical Society 2024-09-25 | Clipped from "Angels in the Mystical Traditions: Discover Who They Are and Why They’re Here" with Normandi Ellis. June 3, 2023.
Occult America with Mitch Horowitz Promo Theosophical Society 2024-09-23 | For the first time, historian and popular voice of esoteric ideas Mitch Horowitz — author of the classic Occult America — offers a weekly digital class on the esoteric history of the United States, ranging from the impact of Freemasonry and Spiritualism to the advent of Theosophy and the revolutions in alternative spirituality felt around the world.Join Mitch for a deep dive into historical episodes including seances in the Lincoln White House, the influence of occult scholar Manly P. Hall on Ronald Reagan, the impact of hoodoo on the life of abolitionist hero Frederick Douglass, the marriage between Spiritualism and suffragism, the arrival of Madame H.P. Blavatsky and how it changed the world, the birth of parapsychology as an academic science, how today’s consideration of UFOs is converging with metaphysics, and much more.As always, Mitch leaves ample time for exchange and provides key terms and readings for each weekly session. Can’t make a class? You’re covered: all registrants receive makeup links to view missed sessions or rewatch favorites.Each live session includes key words and concepts; bonus readings; and time for Q&A and exchange. Learn more and register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/occult-america-exploring-the-secret-mystic-history-of-the-united-states#occultism #occult #occulthistory #esotericsociety
Happy Equinox! Theosophical Society 2024-09-22 | Let this autumn be a time of shedding old layers and uncovering the truest, most vibrant version of yourself. #spiritualgrowth #ancientwisdom #theosophy
What the Beings of Light Can Tell Us | Ingrid Honkala Theosophical Society 2024-09-20 | After experiencing a near-death experience (NDE) at age two, Ingrid Honkala became aware of other dimensions of life and was gifted with guidance from whom she refers to as Beings of Light. Her connection with the spirit realm has given her clear answers to key questions such as: Why are we here? Why do we forget what we truly are? and What is our Purpose? The answers Ingrid receives are clear, direct, and simple, and include analogies to explain complex and deep subjects in a way that is easy to understand, remember, and integrate. According to the Beings of Light, “Our Purpose is to Be the Light, and our Mission is to Shine It.” Attaining loving awareness is the gift we are giving to ourselves, and, therefore, humanity.Ingrid Honkala, Ph.D. was born in Bogota, Colombia, where she grew up with her parents and three sisters. From the moment of her NDE at the age of two, Ingrid was aware of other dimensions of life than those most of us normally experience. She was also gifted with the wise input of Beings of Light, who gave her invaluable insights and assistance as she faced the challenges of growing up and finding her professional destiny as an oceanographer and now as a giver of light. Throughout her life’s journey from her native Colombia to Europe and her eventual home in the USA — and from a deadly war zone to underwater explorations at a NASA research center — Ingrid shares how any human experience can be illumined from within when we are in alignment with inner-guidance. In her autobiography, A Brightly Guided Life: How a Scientist Learned to Hear her Inner Wisdom, Ingrid details her amazing journey with the Beings of Light. Learn more at www.ingridhonkala.com.#nde #beingsoflight #innerpeaceThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
What Is the Purpose of My Life? #spirituality #spiritualgrowth Theosophical Society 2024-09-19 | Clipped from "Science and the Sacred" with Ravi Ravindra. June 3, 2023.
One of the important things in the spiritual life is to abandon the concept of oneself. Theosophical Society 2024-09-16 | ~Radha Burnier #spiritualawakening #ancientwisdom #theosophy
Karma, Skandhas, and Personality with Shirley Nicholson | Theosophical Classic 1995 Theosophical Society 2024-09-15 | This video is part of the Theosophical Society in America’s Classics Series.Explores how our personality is made up from forces known as Skandhas and how the Skandhas create our Karma. Presented on October 4, 1995.Karma - Rhythmic Return to Harmony: amzn.to/3Tmwfe9The Seven Human Powers - Luminous Shadows of the Self: amzn.to/3XA2itAThe Goddess Re-Awakening - The Feminine Principle Today: amzn.to/3MEccnV#karma#skandhas#personalityThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
The wound is the place where the light enters you Theosophical Society 2024-09-13 | ~Rumi#spiritualgrowth #spiritualhealing #ancientwisdom #Rumi #sufismquotes
Register now for The Seven Gateways of Spiritual Experience: An Experiential Workshop Theosophical Society 2024-09-13 | Any one of us can have an experience that takes us out of our ordinary lives and into a sense of the extraordinary, revealing our connection to the Sacred, through profound love, wisdom, or a radical shift in perception. Such spiritual experiences have defined the worlds of healing, religion, personal excellence, and global innovation since the beginning of time. We invite you to join us for this workshop with Dr. Jonathan Ellerby to explore what spiritual experiences are, why they matter, and how we can best understand the seven universal types. Through stories, experiential exercises, and your questions, we will identify the seven “super states of consciousness,” how to cultivate them, what we learn from them, and how they work together to help us as individuals and as a collective to live fuller, more energized and peaceful lives. Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/the-seven-gateways-of-spiritual-experience-an-experiential-workshop-with-jonathan-ellerbyBased on his new book The Seven Gateways of Spiritual Experience, Jonathan offers deep insight and a welcoming approach in this helpful and provocative workshop. This workshop is ideal for seekers of all ages and stages; professionals in the world of healing and spiritual leadership; lifelong learners; and explorers of consciousness, mysticism, shamanism, NDE, paranormal, and integrative wellness practices.You can find Jonathan's book available here: amzn.to/3Zj4GX7#selfimprovement #meditation #enlightenment #selfexploration #healing #neardeathexperience #mysticism #shamanism #paranormal
Spiritual Empowerment: Finding Life’s Purpose with Reverend Steve Poos-Benson Theosophical Society 2024-09-13 | Steve Poos-Benson is a pastor, life coach, death coach, speaker, and author. As a Christian pastor, Steve explores various world religions and teaches their interconnectedness without imposing specific beliefs. He empowers individuals, regardless of faith or lack thereof, to discover their own spiritual path and life purpose. With over forty years of coaching experience, Steve guides individuals in discovering their life purpose from birth to their final days. In this conversation, Steve and Richard Smoley, editor of Quest: Journal of the Theosophical Society in America, will explore many key themes that can help people fulfill their true potential in life.#empowerment #lifecoach #spiritualpath Steve Poos-Benson currently serves as the senior pastor of Columbine United Church in Littleton, Colorado. He holds a BA from Whitworth University, an MDiv from San Francisco Theological Seminary, and a DMin from McCormick Theological Seminary. Steve is the author of three books: The Gym Bag Bible, Sent to Soar: Fulfill Your Divine Potential for Yourself and the World, and The Jesus Path: The Eightfold Journey of Spiritual Discovery. He is also known as Cowboy Jesus—the Progressive Voice of Religion—and shares his insights through blogging and podcasting. For more information, visit senttosoarcoaching.com.The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Tapping Into Tarots Wisdom #tarot #tarotwisdom #tarotreading Theosophical Society 2024-09-12 | Clipped from "Tarot for Absolute Beginners" with Barbara Moore. May 24, 2023.
Register now for Interfaith Healing Practices: Tools to Inspire Hope amid Chaos Theosophical Society 2024-09-10 | We live in a time of deep social, political, and spiritual division, and it’s easy to feel hopeless with the constant news and social media. But there’s hope! Mystics throughout the ages have provided inspirational teachings and practical tools to heal our hearts and society from within.We invite you to join us for this workshop with Carl McColman. In this interactive workshop, we will explore the Christian mystical practice of Centering Prayer to find inner peace and healing. We’ll also practice Buddhist techniques like Loving Kindness and Tonglen meditation to grow our capacity for love and compassion. These powerful practices can transform both ourselves and the world.Mystics from all traditions teach that we hold God’s compassion and power within us, allowing us to embody the light and love that can change the world. Join us for a transformative workshop that explores timeless practices and insights from history’s greatest spiritual guides.Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/interfaith-healing-practices-tools-to-inspire-hope-amid-chaos#mysticism #christianity #contemplation #buddhism #prayer #compassion
Can We Remember Our Past Lives? | Antti Savinainen, Ph.D. Theosophical Society 2024-09-06 | The talk will consist of two main parts. Physicist Antti Savinainen will begin by discussing the scientific evidence of children’s reincarnation memories, presenting two well-documented Western cases in detail and highlighting possible natural and supernatural explanations, in addition to an examination of criticism leveled by scientists and philosophers. The second part of the presentation will focus on reincarnation memory from the point of view of Theosophy. The lower (astral light) and higher (akasha) memory of nature will be described since they are essential in answering the question: Can we remember our past lives, and if so, what does it entail? A distinction is made between remembering past lives’ personalities and spiritual reincarnation memory.#pastlives #reincarnation #pastlifememories Antti Savinainen has a Ph.D. in physics in the field of physics education research. His special interest is the relationship between Theosophy and science, and he is passionate about both of them. For more than 30 years, he has been a member of the Finnish Rosy Cross, which was founded in 1920 by Pekka Ervast, a prolific author and a pioneer of the Finnish Theosophical movement. Antti has been actively involved in numerous projects with different Theosophical organizations and has published numerous articles in Finnish and English on spiritual topics from the Theosophical point of view.The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Register now for The Soul Speaks in Dreams Theosophical Society 2024-09-05 | One of the main reasons we think dreams are of such value is that they represent the unconscious as well as the soul essence. Soul retrieval is done through the dream world, connecting with all that we are and have been. Along with meditation, dreams seem to be our only access to higher spiritual messages that may come to us. It’s important to understand how these messages are delivered at a personality level so that the personality can act on the purpose of the soul in this incarnation. Our dreams are one of the few gateways into the unconscious, revealing our intentions, our past, present, and future, as well as our state of being. We invite you to join us for this workshop with Gwynne Mayer to learn methods for retrieving soul messages in our dreams. This interactive workshop will be dedicated to healing the personality/ego through direct contact with our invisible helpers in the dream world. Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/the-soul-speaks-in-dreams#dreaminterpretation #unconsciousmind #subconsciousmind #pastlife #spiritualdevelopment #astral #spiritguides
The Contrast Between the Soul and the Personality #soul #personality Theosophical Society 2024-09-05 | Clipped from "Experience Your Soul Type through a Soul Visioning Journey" with Susan Wisehart and David Birr. May 20, 2023.
Register now for The Bible You Don’t Know, Esoteric and Exoteric Theosophical Society 2024-09-04 | Everyone thinks they know the Bible. It is the world’s most widely read book. But it is also the most widely misunderstood. People of all faiths argue about what it says and does not say, whether it is intended to be read as literal truth and whether it is divinely inspired.We invite you to join us for this engaging four-part series with Richard Smoley to delve into the truth about the Bible, both the Old (Hebrew) and New (Greek) Testaments. He will explain what the world’s most eminent scholars have discovered about it, and what remains unknown. The course will also examine the esoteric inner teachings of both testaments, hidden dimensions that are presented indirectly and in often obscure symbolic form.Over four weeks, Richard will address the four levels of meaning in the Bible and what it has to say in the light of esoteric traditions such as the Kabbalah and esoteric Christianity. He will show that the deepest meanings of this sacred text go past doctrines and dogmas and lie in its application to the inner life and liberation of the individual.The course will be divided into four parts, covering the following:The Old Testament in history and context. This will address the history of the text of the Hebrew Bible, its age and composition, and its relation to the history of Israel in the first millennium BCE.The esoteric Old Testament. This lesson will discuss the esoteric meanings of certain parts of the Hebrew Bible, notably the Creation, the Flood, and the Exodus.The New Testament in history and context. This will investigate the history of the New Testament text, its dating, and its relations to factual events, emphasizing the question of the historical Jesus.The esoteric New Testament. This will focus on the inner meanings of the Gospel texts, the Epistles of Paul, and Revelation. Special attention will be paid to the concept of the Kingdom of God.Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/the-bible-you-dont-know-esoteric-and-exoteric-a-course-with-richard-smoley#mysticism #christianity #biblestudy #kabbalah #oldtestament #newtestament
Universal Connection of All Life Theosophical Society 2024-09-02 | “When Unity is established within yourself, everything is related, the wholeuniverse becomes one vast tree of life; once we enter the life of that tree we can proceed to any point on its branches.” ~N. Sri Ram, Thoughts for Aspirants#spiritualpath #theosophy #universaltruth #treeoflife
Theosophy and the Future of Religion with Radha Burnier | Theosophical Classic 1993 Theosophical Society 2024-09-01 | This video is part of the Theosophical Society in America’s Classics Series.The Founder's address given at the 107th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America looks at the future of religious thought in light of Theosophy. Presented in 1993.#Theosophy#religion#spiritualawakeningThe views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members or its affiliates.
Embark on a transformative study of Geoffrey Hodsons The Call to the Heights Theosophical Society 2024-08-31 | and live with deeper spiritual insight. Register today! theosophical.org/program/webinars/readings-on-the-occult-life-a-guide-to-the-path-of-illumination#SpiritualTransformation #OccultPath#GeoffreyHodson #theosophy
The Bodhisattva and ChatGPT on the Qualities of a Good Leader | John Cianciosi Theosophical Society 2024-08-30 | What makes a good leader a good leader? Throughout history, many types of leaders have profoundly impacted humanity. Often, it is only in hindsight that we fully appreciate the extent of their influence, whether positive or negative. However, no one becomes a leader without followers. In essence, it is the followers who shape their leaders. Are there specific qualities that can help us identify a good leader? Buddhist scriptures offer a fascinating list of attributes proposed by the Bodhisattva as essential for effective leadership. Are these qualities still relevant today? Surprisingly, when we consult the “sage” of the modern era, ChatGPT, we find a striking alignment in the qualities deemed necessary for good leadership. This talk will explore how both ancient wisdom and contemporary insights can guide us in recognizing who would make an exceptional leader.The Meditative Path: amzn.to/3yMTOWJJohn Cianciosi was ordained a Buddhist monk in Thailand in 1972 and trained under one of that country’s most gifted and influential meditation masters, the late Venerable Ajahn Chah. Later, he was appointed abbot of Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery established to provide training for the growing number of Ajahn Chah’s Western disciples. In 1982, he was asked to establish a Buddhist monastery in Perth, Western Australia. For the next 14 years, he was instrumental in successfully establishing Bodhinyana Monastery and Dhammaloka Buddhist Centre. In 1995 he left monastic life and moved to the Chicago area, where he continues to share his insights and wisdom. He is the author of The Meditative Path and is currently the director of public programs at the Theosophical Society in America.#buddhism #chatgpt #leadership The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Register now for Nurturing Higher Emotions: A Guide to the Center of the Self Theosophical Society 2024-08-29 | In the teachings of theosophy, progress in the spiritual path is marked by the redirection of energy from the personal self to the All-encompassing Life. The same force that in early stages is used for personal gain is gradually turned toward serving the common Self present in all. This shift is facilitated by the emergence of emotions and thoughts of a subtler vibration, as well as our willingness to enable their permanence.In their teachings, theosophists Annie Besant and I.K. Taimni, among others, shared their insights on the awakening of Buddhi through higher emotions, as well as the value of devotion in the spiritual path. They emphasize how the conscious cultivation of these higher states of being will have profound implications in our path of unfoldment and in the way we see and experience the challenges of life.We invite you to join us for this *online only* workshop with Juliana Cesano. In this workshop we will:Reflect on Annie Besant’s and I.K. Taimni’s teachings on devotion. Investigate the thought-emotion connection through a theosophical perspective.Learn how to use thought forms to nurture devotion.Develop a personalized meditation practice to awaken higher emotions.Identify how a devotional outlook in life can propel the spiritual path.Register here: theosophical.org/hybrid/nurturing-higher-emotions-a-guide-to-the-center-of-the-self#theosophy #devotion #selfdiscovery #consciousness #meditation #meditationworkshop #mysticism #esoteric #spiritualdevelopment #spirituality
Register now for Discovering and Honoring the Devil Within Theosophical Society 2024-08-27 | Sooner or later, every searcher will encounter the Devil within. As the Buddha remarked, "In this very body you can discover all the gods and all the demons." Similarly, Rumi said, “If you have not yet seen the Devil, go look in the mirror.” We invite you to join us for this course with Ravi Ravindra to explore the obstacles along the spiritual path and how we can strive to overcome them.In principle the entire universe is manifested within each one of us. If that is true, the Devil is also present within us. In the Bible, Satan is referred to as a tempter, the ruler of demons, and the evil one, but Satan was also a son of God.No Biblical prophet could get to Heaven, nor could a serious searcher like Siddhartha Gautama become the Buddha – without first being tested by the Devil. The Devil is the chief examiner. If searchers don’t honor the Devil, they will be flunked.The Hebrew word Satan and the Pali word Mara both mean obstacle. Recognizing our own inner Devil can help us to become aware of obstacles that stand in our way.Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/discovering-and-honoring-the-devil-within#spirituality #spiritualgrowth #spritualjourney #mysticism #innerpeace #religion
Dont try to comprehend with your mind. Your minds are very limited. Use your intuition. Theosophical Society 2024-08-26 | ~Madeleine L'Engle, A Wrinkle in Time#intuition #spiritualguidance #theosophy
The Next Stage in Human Spiritual Evolution with Robert Ellwood | Theosophical Classic 2000 Theosophical Society 2024-08-25 | This video is part of the Theosophical Society in America’s Classics Series.A presentation at the 114th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, examining a possible Theosophical prediction of the future of humanity. Presented July 22, 2000. Books by Robert Ellwood: amzn.to/4a8sZt2Tags: #spiritual #evolution #growth #divinelight #amazonaffiliate The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members or its affiliates.
The Path of Kindness: Insights from Judaism | Rabbi Matthew Ponak Theosophical Society 2024-08-23 | Does love have limits? What does it mean to be truly kind? How can acts of generosity connect us to Spirit and inner awakening? Where is the balance between our desire to give and our need to take care of ourselves? These are some of the questions that Rabbi Matthew Ponak explores in his presentation on human decency, helping others, and the art of healthy boundaries. Drawing from lineages in Kabbalah and Jewish tradition more broadly, he offers simple, time-tested teachings and practices for well-being, peacefulness, and love.Rabbi Matthew Ponak is a teacher of Jewish mysticism, a spiritual counselor, and the co-founder of the Mekorah Institute, an online spiritual center for embodied practice. Ordained with honors as a rabbi at the neo-Hasidic Rabbinical School of Hebrew College, he also holds a Master’s degree in Contemplative Religions from the Buddhist-inspired Naropa University. Matthew lives in Victoria, British Columbia, and is certified as a Focusing Professional to guide others to deeper self-knowledge and healing. He is the author of Embodied Kabbalah: Jewish Mysticism for All People - amzn.to/4cxT7zf Learn more at:Rabbi Matthew's website - matthewponak.comMatthew's Youtube channel - youtube.com/channel/UCWPdV7AkkwGjTbCyzMlSJKw His blog post about the 4 types of Gematria- matthewponak.com/2024/04/03/4-types-of-gematriaWe also invite you to join us for Rabbi Matthew’s upcoming four-part course, “Kabbalistic Divination and Numerology: Jewish Mysticism and Gematria.” Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm, September 4-25, 2024. Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/kabbalistic-divination-and-numerology-jewish-mysticism-and-gematria#judaism #kabbalah #gematria The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Register now for The World of Being: Birthplace of Initiate Consciousness Theosophical Society 2024-08-22 | The destiny of those who walk the spiritual path is to eventually achieve Initiate Consciousness, a state of awareness that arises when the soul and personality have been fused as one, opening the door to a new phase of spiritual development. For most of us, the path has been to inwardly sense the soul, and to transform the personality so that it increasingly yields to the soul’s guidance. It is a phase of evolution that occurs within the World of Becoming, for the personality is learning to “become” a fully responsive vessel through which the soul can express its love and wisdom. Yet for an Initiate, that developmental phase has been left behind, and the World of Being is now the realm wherein continued evolution ensues. When passage into the World of Being occurs, an entirely different field of awareness crests upon the shores of one’s consciousness. A new dimension, direction, and life focus is awakened, and synthetic awareness becomes the matrix of consciousness to the newly birthed Initiate. Though not yet an indication of enlightenment, it signifies that one has crossed the threshold into the antechamber to enlightenment. It is a lofty transitional point that each of us will eventually cross, in this incarnation or another. We invite you to join us for this four-part course with William Meader, to delve deeply into the life and consciousness of the Initiate. Various clues to recognizing the World of Being will be highlighted, as well as the perceptual changes that predictably arise as one experiences Initiate awareness.Topics which will be covered include:The development of Continuity of ConsciousnessAwakening to the Field of Universality and the Eternal NowThe cultivation of Divine Indifference and ImpersonalityMethods that support the transition into Initiate lifeThe flowering of the Christ withinRegister here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/the-world-of-being-birthplace-of-initiate-consciousness
Principle Aspects from The Secret Doctrine #blavatsky #theosophy Theosophical Society 2024-08-22 | Clipped from "The Pervasive Presence: Exploring H.P. Blavatsky's Teachings on the Seven Principles" with Eugene Jennings. May 6, 2023.
The highest manifestation of wisdom is kindness Theosophical Society 2024-08-19 | ~Geoffrey HodsonEmbrace the wisdom that lives in acts of kindness today.#spiritualjourney #kindness #ancientwisdom #theosophy
The Ethics of Occultism with Richard Brooks | Theosophical Classic 1999 Theosophical Society 2024-08-18 | A presentation of the 113th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, comparing the mainstream materialistic views of Faustian ethics with the ethics of Theosophy. The speaker suggests why the latter view is a truer reflection of reality.#occult #occultism #ethics The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
How Quantum Physics Lets Perception Shape Reality | Chris Ferrie, Ph.D. Theosophical Society 2024-08-16 | The Standard Model of modern physics includes no more than 18 particles. The majority view among philosophers and scientists asserts that everything — mind, body, consciousness, love — comes down to interactions between these particles. But we do not experience the world in these microscopic terms. We experience the macroscopic world, where dualism and other supernatural concepts feel real. Quantum physics is the bridge between these two worlds: the inaccessible microscopic world and the reality we create as we participate in it.Chris Ferrie, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney and the Centre for Quantum Software and Information. His research interests include quantum learning and control. His passion for communicating science has led from the most esoteric topics of mathematical physics to more recently writing children’s books, such as Quantum Physics for Babies, and a whole collection of other titles that make science accessible even for the youngest children. His most recent book, for adult audiences, is Quantum Bullsh*t: How To Ruin Your Life with Advice From Quantum Physics.#quantumphysics #reality #mindset The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter/s and do not necessarily represent the views of the Theosophical Society in America, its members, or its affiliates.
Blavatsky and the Birth of Occultism in English #occult #occultism #blavatsky #theosophy Theosophical Society 2024-08-15 | Clipped from "At Home with Theosophy: Theosophical Teachings on the Chakras" with Pablo Sender. May 1, 2023.
Register now for Readings on the Occult Life: A Guide to the Path of Illumination Theosophical Society 2024-08-14 | We invite you to join Pablo Sender for Readings on the Occult Life, a weekly online reading and discussion group focused on subjects such as the occult path, discipleship, the path of initiation, and the Masters of Wisdom.In this session, we will explore the insights and practical wisdom in Geoffrey Hodson's book The Call to the Heights. This work is aimed at those who are experiencing an inner yearning for spiritual enlightenment and truth. In this book, the author provides valuable guidance on an intelligent and useful way of living that fosters the achievement of spiritual self-illumination.Each class will include live reading and discussion of selected Theosophical texts with a focus on how the teachings can be applied in daily life.Registrants are invited to review Geoffrey Hodson's book The Call to the Heights - google.com/books/edition/The_Call_to_the_Heights/HdWgo23Vj_wC?hl=en&kptab=getbook&gbpv=1Excerpts will be emailed during the course of the series. You can join at any time!Register here: theosophical.org/program/webinars/readings-on-the-occult-life-a-guide-to-the-path-of-illumination
Each place is the right place the place where I now am can be a sacred space. Theosophical Society 2024-08-12 | ~Ravi Ravindra, The Wisdom of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras #spiritualgrowth #ancientwisdom #theosophy #sacredspace
