Theosophical Publishing House

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Annie Besant
• Cover : Papaerback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2013
• Pages : 319
• Weight : 360 gm.
• Size : 7.1 x 4.8 x 0.8 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170595088
• ISBN-13: 978-8170595083

DESCRIPTION:

The religious life is a life of love and understanding, serving to unite all people and all beings in one Whole, not to divide. In this brilliant series of lectures, Annie Besant , former President of The Theosophical Society (1907- 33), delves into the world's seven great religions, to bring out the role of the religions in uniting and elevating the world.

Small in compass, but peerless in depth and wisdom, this collection provides essential knowledge about Hinduism, Zoroastrianism, Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Jainism and Sikhism, culminating in the fountainhead of all religions, the Divine Wisdom or Theosophy.

In this book, students of religion, as well as practitioners will find a source of inspiration and knowledge, urging all towards purity of life, universal love n aspiration to Truth.

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• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Rohit Mehta
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 1998
• Pages : 135
• Weight : 450 gm.
• Size : 6.9 x 4.8 x 0.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170593115
• ISBN-13: 978-8170593119

DESCRIPTION:

This book contains essays on a variety of subjectsin the fields of religion, philosophy, psychology, education, the meaning of life and everyday living. An original light is cast on some teachings of Hinduism and Buddhism which are interpreted psychologically in a way reminiscent of Krishnamurti's teachings. The author's approach is logical, sometimes inspiring and often useful in helping us towards a certain understanding of that which cannot be expressed in words.

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• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Charles W. Leadbeater
• Cover : Papaerback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2010
• Pages : 417
• Weight : 550 gm.
• Size : 17.6 x 11.8 x 2.8 cm
• ISBN-10: 8170591627
• ISBN-13: 9788170591627

DESCRIPTION:

A Textbook of Theosophy is an ideal primer for the student of Theosophy. It suggests that Theosophy comprises the best of religion, science and philosophy. The book presents a concise, clear description of the evolution of human beings and the solar system, and describes the divine inner nature of each one of us. Moreover, through
discussing reincarnation and the purpose of life, it leads us to understand the after-death state.

The book urges us to rise to the highest good within us; 'God is Good, man is immortal, and as we sow, so we must reap.'

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Charles W. Leadbeater
• Cover : Papaerback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2019
• Pages : 560
• Weight : 950 gm.
• Size : 8.7 x 5.8 x 1.4 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170593387
• ISBN-13: 978-8170593386

DESCRIPTION:

Why is there so much chaos in this world? This book may help the reader to understand the influence thoughts and actions have on the way we relate to our inner selves, to human and non-human beings and to the universe.

In an interesting and stimulating manner, the author describes how we influence and are influenced by our surroundings.

Thus we may understand better the effects of all that we are, and do and of all our relationships, so that we are better able to regulate our thoughts and actions in such a way as to contribute to peace and harmony in the world.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Annie Besant
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 2003999
• Pages : 260
• Weight : 150 gm.
• Size : 3.6 x 0.9 x 4.9 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170591740
• ISBN-13: 978-8170591740

DESCRIPTION:

Among the priceless teachings that may be found in the great Hindu poem of the Mahabharata, there is none so rare and and precious as this, 'The Lord's Song'. Since it fell from the divine lips of Shri Krishna on the field of battle and stilled the surging emotions of his disciple and friend, how many troubled hearts has it quieted and
strengthened, how many weary souls has it led to Him! It is meant to lift the aspirant from the lower levels of renunciation, where objects are renounced, to the loftier heights where desires are dead, and where the Yogi dwells in calm and ceaseless contemplation, while his body and mind are actively employed in discharging the
duties that fall to his lot in life.

That the spiritual man need not be a recluse,that union with the divine Life may be achieved and maintained in the midst of worldly affairs, that the obstacles to the union lie not outside us but within us-such is the central lesson of the BHAGAVADGITA

Annie Besant in the preface to the book.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House, Adyar
• By : Ernest Wood
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 1999
• Pages : 200
• Weight : 450 gm.
• Size : 6.8 x 4.6 x 0.8 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170593301
• ISBN-13: 978-8170593300

DESCRIPTION:

"Mr Ernest Wood, is well known as both a writer and a lecturer on religions and educational matters, and his work is always careful and thoughtful. A practical course on Concentration is a subject for which he is well equipped, and this little work should prove very useful to the serious student. It is admirably planned, and effectively carried out, and - most important fact in such a treatise- there is nothing in it which, when practised, can do the striver after concentration the least physical, mental or moral harm. I can therefore heartily recommend it to all who desire to obtain Control of the mind"

Annie Besant

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : T. Subba Row
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2007
• Pages : 180
• Weight : 214 gm.
• Size : 18.0 x 12.3 x 1.5
• ISBN-10: 8170592437
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592433

DESCRIPTION:

The Bhagavad-gita, as it at present stands, is essentially practical in its character and teachings, but these teachings will not be understood unless their philosophical basis is constantly kept in view. The Bhagavad-gita presupposes certain premises which are not explained at length; they are simply alluded to . Here Subba Row presents an original explanation of the underlying philosophy of the Gita.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Charles W. Leadbeater
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1988
• Pages : 50
• Weight : 450 gm.
• Size : 7 x 1.2 x 8.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170591066
• ISBN-13: 978-8170591061

DESCRIPTION:

Written for the handful of Masons who seek to understand the true occult-theosophical workings of Freemasonry. Contents: History of Masonry; The Lodge; The Fittings of the Lodge; Preliminary Ceremonies; The Opening of the Lodge; Initiation; The Second Degree; The Third Degree; The Higher Degrees; Two Wonderful Rituals; Closing the Lodge. Leadbeater reveals how the Masonic ritual is a scientific way of energizing the Masonic lodge and its faithful members so as to bring about an attunement with the Great White Lodge.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Charles W. Leadbeater
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2012
• Pages : 167
• Weight : 200 gm.
• Size : 18.1 x 12.0 x 1.1
• ISBN-10: 8170592887
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592884

DESCRIPTION:

'It is a matter of exceeding difficulty to express the elation of the personality to the ego...I think that on the whole the best way to put it is to say that the former is a fragment of the latter, a tiny part of him expressing itself under serious difficulties. We meet a person on the physical plane; we speak to him; and we think and say that we know him. It would be little nearer to the truth to say that we know a thousandth part of him. 'Even when clairvoyance is developed- even when a man opens the sight of his causal body, and looks at the causal body of another man- even then, though he sees a manifestation of the ego on his own plane, he is still far from seeing the real man.'
Extract from the first chapter

The Monad is a collection of essays written by C.W.Leadbeater and published in Theosophical magazines between 1913 and 1920, pertaining to the higher consciousness of man. It casts light with a clairvoyant psychic development, the Buddhic consciousness and the meaning of Time. This small volume deals with subjects that are of the highest importance for students of Theosophy, and over the years it has become a classic of Theosophical literature.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Annie Besant
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2015
• Pages : 92
• Weight : 150 gm.
• Size : 7.2 x 4.8 x 0.3 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170595770
• ISBN-13: 978-8170595779

DESCRIPTION:

The Theosophical manual by Annie Besant helps us understand Reincarnation as the law of necessity for human progression and perfection, and has been constantly gaining ground among the more thoughtful students of life and evolution. Reincarnation for a human is the modus operandi of the vast evolutionary journey. Reincarnation and Karma are the twin doctrine of hope and responsibility. The fundamental cause of Reincarnation, as of all manifestation, is the desire for active life, the thirst for sentient existence. A human, being self-conscious, may build up to do evil or may build up to do good by his or her own thoughts. The resistance of wrong thought and action, patient service to others, a scrupulous devotion to unselfish ends - these build up for the reincarnating human a brain which is the fit instrument for their increased manifestation, a brain in which good tendencies will find grooves ready for their easy working.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : A.P. Sinnett
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2008
• Pages : 212
• Weight : 450 gm.
• Size : 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170595436
• ISBN-13: 978-8170595434

DESCRIPTION:

This book was published in 1883 and probably constituted the earliest sketch of esoteric teachings given in plain language. 'Karma' and 'Reincarnation' and other such terms, almost unknown in the west, thereafter came to be used in literary and theological circles

The author candidly acknowledges that it was the 'favour' (of the Adepts) rather than 'effort' on his part that helped the writing of the book. He received teachings from great Spiritual Teachers or Mahatmas through Madame Blavatsky.

The book gives occult details concerning the Universe and its planets, going beyond the material world.

Along with The Occult World, which preceded, and The Growth of the Soul, which followed it, the present book is a study as envisaged in the Third Object of the Theosophical Society, 'To investigate unexplained laws of Nature and the powers latent in man'.

The title is somewhat misleading as the book does not refer directly to the teachings given by the Buddha.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Katherine A. Beechey
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1990
• Pages : 166
• Weight : 360 gm.
• Size : 18.3 x 12.3 x 1.7
• ISBN-10: 8170591449
• ISBN-13: 978-8170591443

DESCRIPTION:

The Wisdom contained in the published letters of the Masters is not merely for those to whom they were addressed but also for all those seeking to tread the Path of Holiness along the line of Devotion.

Glimpses of that Wisdom can be had trough the extracts incorporated by the author into Daily Meditations. She has selected passages suitable to be meditated upon - one each for every day of the year. They are arranged as twelve virtues, with one quality assigned for each month, namely Unselfishness, Compassion, Truth, Devotion, Purity, Sympathy, Courage, Intuition, Tolerance, Self-reliance, Equilibrium, and Perseverance

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : N. Sri Ram
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1989
• Pages : 262
• Weight : 286 gm.
• Size : 17.9 x 11.9 x 1.7 cm
• ISBN-10: 8170590728
• ISBN-13: 978-8170590729

DESCRIPTION:

Mr. N.Sri Ram, the author of this book, was International President of The Theosophical Society for over 20 years over the period 1953-73. He brings to his writings a background of eastern wisdom combined with keen awareness of modern thought and knowledge, as well as a sensitive understanding of human problems. His special felicity of style enables him to convey profound ideas in a lucid and absorbing manner.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : N. Sri Ram
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1995
• Pages : 169
• Weight : 300 gm.
• Size : 5 x 0.5 x 7.2 inches
• ISBN-10: 817059247X
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592471

DESCRIPTION:

N. Sri Ram, fifth President of the Theosophical Society was described by a distinguished colleague as 'the wisest among us all (in ) the balanced judgement which he gives in all matters' and also as 'having very lofty philosophical understanding. He sees many sides of a problem.' This little book which has been an inspiration to thousands of readers over the years bears witness to the truth of this statement .

'No individual can ultimately fail. The Divinity which descends into humanity is bound to regain its original state.'

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : S Sankaranarayanan
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1995
• Pages : 347
• Weight : 500 gm.
• Size : 8.5 x 0.9 x 5.5 inches
• ISBN-10: 8185141142
• ISBN-13: 978-8185141145

DESCRIPTION:

Adyar Library General Series 14 - Vedanta

His life, philosophy and relevance to man in modern times.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Ravi Ravindra
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2000
• Pages : 359
• Weight : 500 gm.
• Size : 6 x 4 x 0.5 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170593816
• ISBN-13: 978-8170593812

DESCRIPTION:

' I personally find this book captivating and mesmerizing. It is very important because it speaks not only to the spiritual and psychological health of humankind, but to the survival of our planet. It is refreshing to read the opinions of a first-rate mind who is willing to unabashedly speak out about the primacy of spirit and to call into question many of the assumptions western scientists make about the world, most of which go unchallenged in our culture.'

Dr Larry Dossey, MD, author of Space, Time and Medicine, Beyond Illness and Recovering the Soul.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
  
• By : Geoffrey Hodson
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 1991
• Pages : Vol1: 292, Vol1: 408, Vol1: 345
• Weight : 600 gm. each Vol
• Size : 6.2 x 1 x 9 inches
• Vol: 1 - ISBN-10: 8170591724, ISBN-13: 9788170591726
• Vol: 1 - ISBN-10: 0835670570
• Vol: 1 - ISBN-10: 8170591732, ISBN-13: 9788170591733

DESCRIPTION:

This work is founded upon the King James Bible and all quotations and references are taken from that version.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Duncan Greenlees
• Cover : Hardcover
• Language : English
• Edition : 2000
• Pages : 199
• Weight : 360 gm.
• Size : 19.0 x 12.5 x 1.8
• ISBN-10: 8170592771
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592778

DESCRIPTION:

Apart from few scholars and devotees, the modern public are unwilling to spend time on reading through the whole of the lengthy Scriptures of the world. This Series is planned to offer them in a cheap, handy and attractive form the essence of each of the world's great Scriptures, translated and edited by one who has a deep and living sympathy for each of them.

It is based on the inevitable conclusion of any fair student that all the great Religions and their Scriptures come from one Divine Source, in varying degrees of purity of transmission, and according to the needs and capacities of those to whom they came- the authentic Word of God to man.

The Series will form a useful little reference library of the world's religious literature which has done so much to mould the thought and culture of today, even though few individuals in each of the communities have perhaps been able to reach the ideal laid down in their holy books.

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• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Radha Burnier
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2009
• Pages : 620
• Weight : 738 gm.
• Size : 21.8 x 14.1 x 4.3
• ISBN-10: 8170592526
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592525

DESCRIPTION:

The Wold Around Us is a compilation of 'On the Watch-Tower' notes written by Mrs Radha Burnier, the President of the Theosophical Society. These notes appeared as her editorial articles in the President's official monthly journal The Theosophist between the years 1980 and 2007.

Mrs Burnier's careful observation and deep perception of the modern world and of human nature in general, sensitively guides the reader to a better understanding of the Theosophic life. The compilation provides a rich source of handy reference material and comments of wisdom on a wide range of subjects-social, geographical, environmental, and spiritual, among others-- that rouse the reader to a better awareness and involvement in the world around us.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Mohini . M Chatterji
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 1999
• Pages : 228
• Weight : 320 gm.
• Size : 18.7 x 12.7 x 1.7
• ISBN-10: 8170592526
• ISBN-13: 978-8170592525

DESCRIPTION:

Vivekacudamani literally means 'crest jewel of wisdom'. It is an important original work of Sri Sankaracharya, one of the greatest sages of Ancient India. Endowed with lofty and sharp intellect, he wrote many incisive commentaries on great standard works of Hindu philosophy. But they are beyond the reach of those who have not attained a high proficiency in Sanskrit and other collateral philosophical disciplines. Here in Vivekacudamani he distils the quintessence of what he taught, that is, the non-dual Vedanta or Advaita Vedanta in easy Sanskrit verses whose sublimity of content is matched only by their lyrical beauty. Each verse is presented here with a free-running English translation.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Annie Besant
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2015
• Pages : 103
• Weight : 270 gm.
• Size : 6.6 x 4.8 x 0.6 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170590973
• ISBN-13: 978-8170590972

DESCRIPTION:

This book is a first in a series of manuals intended to meet the need for a simple exposition o Theosophy. It describes in clear terms the seven aspects of man's nature based on theosophical precepts. Its aim is to lead the casual enquirer to a deeper study of the philosophy, science and religion of Theosophy and ultimately to a realization of the central objective of the Society, the brotherhood of man, and the possibility of spiritual growth.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : N. Sri Ram
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2004
• Pages : 233
• Weight : 300 gm.
• Size : 18.0 x 12.2 x 1.5
• ISBN-10: 8170590701
• ISBN-13: 978-8170590705

DESCRIPTION:

This is a compilation of articles by Mr N. Sri Ram, fifth President of the Theosophical Society, Published originally in THE THEOSOPHIST from July 1968 to December 1969. The titles of the articles are: Seeking Wisdom , Truth or Semblance of Truth, Freedom from Opposites, The Beauty of Virtue, Psyche and Intellect, The Extraordinariness of Life, Attention Interest and Love, The Changing Self; its Progression, Meeting Death as a Friend, The Song of Life, The Most Beautiful State of Mind and Heart, The Real and the Unreal, Precepts of the Gurus, The Three Paths in One and The Elixir of life.

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : George S. Arundale
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2005
• Pages : 198
• Weight : 339 gm.
• Size : 8.4 x 5.8 x 0.7 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170594618
• ISBN-13: 9788170594611

DESCRIPTION:

'If you desire you can quite definitely set your feet on the way to discipleship... You can dedicate yourself to Them and to their representative in the outer world...If you will take every opportunity, make every effort, you will soon come to know Them...'

'If an individual can intensify in himself the spirit of service, he is well on the road to discipleship, for service is a great characteristic of those who desire to attain.'

'When you are in the presence of the Master you always know what to do. Why? Because He lifts you out of your smaller self into your higher Self. When in the presence of your higher Self you know what to do.'

SPECIFICATION:

• Publisher : Theosophical Publishing House Adyar, Chennai
• By : Ravi Ravindra
• Cover : Paperback
• Language : English
• Edition : 2007
• Pages : 316
• Weight : 550 gm.
• Size : 8.4 x 5.6 x 1 inches
• ISBN-10: 8170594472
• ISBN-13: 978-8170594475

DESCRIPTION:

A great book. It challenges the spirit. It calls for deep cogitation and prayerful reconsideration of eternal verities. The author has understood the cosmic significance of Jesus Christ as the universal Spirit, Truth and Love. Undoubtedly, the best commentary on the Fourth Gospel from an Indian point of View.

The Hindu, Chennai