The Theosophist October 1889 to April 1890

By Henry S. Olcott

Book Overview

The Theosophist October 1889 to April 1890 is a compilation of articles written by Henry S. Olcott, an American lawyer and co-founder of the Theosophical Society. The book covers a wide range of topics related to spirituality, philosophy, and religion, including theosophy, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Christianity. The articles explore the nature of consciousness, the afterlife, the concept of karma, and the role of meditation in spiritual development. The book also includes reports of the Theosophical Society's activities and events, as well as reviews of books on spiritual topics. Overall, The Theosophist October 1889 to April 1890 provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of the Theosophical Society during the late 19th century.1888. A monthly journal devoted to oriental philosophy, art, literature and occultism conducted by Olcott under the auspices of the Theosophical Society. Olcott, founder and president of the Theosophical Society, assumed responsibility for the The Theosophist after Blavatsky's return to Europe and then death in 1891. Some of the articles contained in this volume include: The Accursed Sciences; Aphorisms from Sanskrit; Mrs. Besant's Pamphlet; A Buddhist Catechism; The Symbolism of Caste Marks; Critics of Christianity; The Divining Rod; Elohistic Teachings; The Hand Lines of Fate; The Founders' Group; Hegel's Views of Zoroastrianism; How to Study Hinduism; Leprosy in Ancient India; The Temperance Movement in Japan; Kosmic Mind; Objects of the Theosophical Society; Palmistry: its Oriental Phase; Psychology and Neo-Materialism; Sorcery in Science; Tearing off the Sheep's Clothing; The Snake-Charmers Lay; Universal Applications of Doctrine; Was Swedenborg a Theosophist?; and many more. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162742224
• ISBN13: 9781162742229
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"