Theos-Talk Archives (July 1996 Message tt00015)

Dara Eklund wrote:

> Dear Danny and Eldon:
>
> Glad Eldon spoke about about the differences between a doctrine
> and a dogma.  And Danny:
>
> Thanks for interjecting Boris' fine article with its note of
> common sense.  Gee Whiz, no wonder Theosophist's have a hard time
> communicating the teachings to others, let alone amidst
> themselves.  It's pretty hard to convey teachings if you don't
> think there are any! Your quotes from ~Isis Unveiled~ are worth
> downloading and keeping for future assaults on "Core
> Theosophists." Imagine a day when one has to even apologize for
> being one.  Students evidently believe that the more wishy-washy
> they are the more "open-minded" they are.  Instead, like sponges,
> they grow soggy with age!!!
>
> It's about time someone spoke up for clear thinking.
>
> Dara

My sentiments too.  The problem seems to be that it is easier to
be wishy-washy, no study involved if there is nothing to
study!!!!!! I guess I am a bit peeved which I know I shouldn't be
but our little study group shows that some come if nothing more
pressing is on offer and some come no matter what.  People want
to know but they don't want to put in the effort involved.

My years of study has shown me that there is a central core to
all the different teachings that has been passed down through the
centuries and that Theosophy is restating what has always been
known by some.  It is just trying to pass it on to a few more and
spread it around a bit.  Sometimes I wonder if it is working.

Bee