Theos-Talk Archives (August 2004 Message tt00639)

I think this is the greatest effect of study of Theosophy on an individual. 
One can see for oneself the independent thinking and decision making that 
takes place over a period of time.

However, when one belongs to a group or organization and when one is 
looking forward to any kind of "reward" from the group, either now or 
hereafter, the independence can be compromised.

Since many get introduced to theosophy through theosophical groups, with 
each group having their priorities as to what to read and the predominance 
of personalities, it does take time, some times years, before one 
recognizes the need to be independent and acts on it.

Internet is playing a silent yet a very important role in this process of 
helping individuals in this process. Look what we have on this maillist. 
Here we have individuals who belong to or belonged to one or more of the 
theosophical organizations or none of the organizations and interested in 
Theosophy discussing various issues on a level ground with no geographical 
or any other boundaries. On an organizational level, I have rarely seen 
cooperation between groups even on events such as White Lotus Day even 
though every theosophist knows that all the knowledge we have about 
theosophy is predominantly due to her writings and sacrifices.

My 0.02.

Ramadoss

At 04:27 AM 08/29/04 -0700, W.Dallas TenBroeck wrote:

>The study of THEOSOPHY leads the student to discover for himself. It teaches
>us to think, To reason, To be logical. Few of us have had this mind of
>training in our youth. But it is never too late to begin.


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