Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Theosophy and Life's Deeper Problems and Theosophical Society: The First Fifty Years"" by Annie Besant is a comprehensive exploration of the philosophy of Theosophy and the history of the Theosophical Society. Theosophy is a spiritual and philosophical movement that seeks to understand the mysteries of the universe and the nature of existence.In the first part of the book, Besant delves into the fundamental principles of Theosophy, including the concept of karma, reincarnation, and the nature of the soul. She explores the role of meditation, the power of thought, and the importance of living a moral and ethical life.The second part of the book focuses on the history of the Theosophical Society, from its founding in 1875 by Helena Blavatsky, Henry Steel Olcott, and William Quan Judge, to its first fifty years of growth and development. Besant provides a detailed account of the society's early struggles and triumphs, including its expansion into India and the establishment of the Adyar headquarters in Chennai.Throughout the book, Besant emphasizes the importance of Theosophy as a means of understanding life's deeper problems and finding spiritual fulfillment. She also highlights the contributions of key figures in the Theosophical movement, including Blavatsky, Olcott, and Judge.Overall, ""Theosophy and Life's Deeper Problems and Theosophical Society: The First Fifty Years"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the philosophy of Theosophy and the history of the Theosophical Society. It provides a comprehensive overview of the movement's key principles and its early history, and offers insight into the role of spirituality and philosophy in understanding the mysteries of life.1916. Found in this book are two smaller works. Theosophy and Life's Deeper Problems contains the four Convention lectures delivered in Bombay at the 40th anniversary of the Theosophical Society. These lectures are titled: God; man; right and wrong; and brotherhood. In Theosophical Society: The First Fifty Years, the reader will find seven essays by various members of the Theosophical Society entitled: first leaf of theosophical history; charter of the Theosophical Society; our three objects; first quarter century; wider outlook; Theosophical movement and the masters of wisdom; inner purpose of the Theosophical Society.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.
