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VR 0001 Beyond Conflict. Theosophical Society in Canada. A sound and pictorial collage
encouraging peace with all beings, including Mother Earth. 1983. 35 minutes.
VR 0003 Buddha Nature. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. The Buddha nature is found in
everything in the universe. 1981. 50 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10110 / $20.00).
VR 0004 Buddhi Yoga in the Bhagavad Gita. Renee Weber and Ravi Ravindra. A discussion
on Buddhi or the Theosophical principle of intuition. 1983. 33 minutes. Purchase
from the Audio/Visual department (#10119 / $20.00).
VR 0008 Buddhism: The Path to Enlightenment. Hartley Film Foundation. The story of the
Buddha's life and teachings. 1978. 30 minutes.
VR 0019 Dharma and the Mahatmas. Radha Burnier and Joy Mills. Practical and
philosophical aspects of Dharma. Considers the Mahatmas and their role for
humanity. 1986. 25 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10144 /
$20.00).
VR 0038 The Emptiness and Great Compassion: Excerpts on Meditation. Dalai Lama
XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. Learn the meditation techniques of Tibetan Buddhism that
cultivate calm abiding and special insight. n.d. 112 minutes.
VR 0043 The Esoteric Nature of Music. Jerry Rosser. Explores the nature and meaning of
sound and music in the East and West. Beautifully illustrated. 1977. 47 minutes.
Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4002-7 / $19.95).
VR 0045 The Essence of Theosophy. Joy Mills and John Algeo. What is Theosophy? Attempts
to define the essence of Theosophical teachings. 1980. 25 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10117 / $20.00).
VR 0052 The Foundations of Buddhist Philosophy. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. The
Dalai Lama explains certain key concepts of Buddhist philosophy. 1979. 120 minutes.
VR 0058 Healing Hands. Karen and Daniel Winner. Modern development of Therapeutic
Touch, featuring Dolores Krieger. 1986. 24 minutes.
VR 0059 Hinduism and the Song of God. Hartley Film Foundation. Explores the Hindu
concepts of self-realization, yoga, and karma as expressed in the Bhagavad Gita.
1975. 28 minutes.
VR 0067 The Hundredth Monkey. Hartley Film Foundation. Ken Keyes. Based on Keyes's
book by the same title, the program explores this controversial hypothesis. n.d. 29
minutes.
VR 0070 Interview with Father Bede. Bede Griffiths and Dora Kunz. This Benedictine monk
shows deep understanding of Indian wisdom, while remaining a Christian. 1983. 26
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10113 / $20.00).
VR 0077 Death: Dialogue #14. Jiddu Krishnamurti and Allan Anderson. To understand death
without fear means that we must live without fear. 1974. 59 minutes.
VR 0084 A Different Way of Life: Dialogue #13. Jiddu Krishnamurti and Allan Anderson.
Krishnamurti maintains that fear is the basis for why we fight with one another and
that we can get rid of it here and now. 1974. 55 minutes.
VR 0091 Love and Pleasure: Dialogue #12. Jiddu Krishnamurti and Allan Anderson. Is love
pleasure? This and other questions surrounding our notions of love are explored.
1974. 60 minutes.
VR 0096 The Nature of the Mind: Part 4--What Is a Healthy Mind? Krishnamurti
Foundation. Discussion between Krishnamurti, Tom R. Krause, and David Bohm.
1982. 60 minutes.
VR 0098 The Nature of the Mind: Part 5--The Self. Krishnamurti Foundation. David Bohm,
John Hidley, and Tom R. Krause discuss questions raised by Krishnamurti in the
previous four dialogues on the nature of self-image. 1982. 60 minutes.
VR 0100 Krishnamurti: The Challenge of Change. Krishnamurti Foundation. A
feature-length documentary film about Krishnamurti's life. Narration: Richard
Basehart. 1984. 90 minutes.
VR 0103 The Future of Man: Parts 1-2. Jiddu Krishnamurti and David Bohm. Krishnamurti
discusses the human consciousness and the possibilities for our evolution in the
future. (2 tapes). 1983. 180 minutes.
VR 0109 Krishnamurti with Dr. Jonas Salk. Krishnamurti Foundation. Krishnamurti and Salk
discuss the future of humankind and what we need to do for personal growth. 1983.
60 minutes.
VR 0112 Krishnamurti with Pupul Jayakar: Parts 1-2. Krishnamurti Foundation. The
speakers explore the limitations of cultural conditioning and encourage a "human
culture" instead. (2 tapes). 1983. 180 minutes.
VR 0118 Letting Go: Perspectives on Death and Dying. Dora Kunz and Erik Peper. Interview
with Dora Kunz on the Theosophical perspective of death; how one can prepare for
death. 1987. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10153 /
$20.00).
VR 0126 Merton: A Film Biography. Paul Wilkes. The life of 20th century-mystic Thomas
Merton is revealed through those who knew him. n.d. 57 minutes.
VR 0129 Mother Teresa. Ann and Jeanette Petrie. Captures the spirit of love in action that
Mother Teresa and her sisters embody. Narration: Richard Attenborough. 1986. 82
minutes.
VR 0130 A Mind to Embrace the Universe: Parts 1-3. Theosophical Society in Canada. Adam
Warcup. Explores the origins of mind, what it is and isn't, and the responsibilities of
intelligence. (3 tapes). 1986. 270 minutes.
VR 0141 Nicholas Roerich: Messenger of Beauty. Jerry Rosser. Roerich's life and spiritual
philosophy are explored through the beauty of his paintings. 1979. 43 minutes.
Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4001-9 / $24.95). Also
available in European PAL format (#4496 / $24.95).
VR 0150 The Objectives of the Theosophical Society. Radha Burnier and Dora Kunz. Speakers
look at the purpose and objectives of the Theosophical Society. 1983. 25 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10101 / $20.00).
VR 0152 Los objetivos de la Sociedad Teosófica. Radha Burnier and Dora Kunz. Same as VR
0150, in Spanish. 1986. 25 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10126 / $20.00).
VR 0157 The Path and The Spiritual Life. Dora Kunz and Renee Weber. Discussion on H. P.
Blavatsky's Golden Stairs, qualities necessary for The Spiritual Life. 1980. 28
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10104 / $20.00).
VR 0162 Spiritual Pathways to World Peace. Patricia Hunt-Perry and William Metzger.
Explores the relationship between our inner experience and the manifestation of
outward peace. 1987. 28 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10152 / $20.00).
VR 0169 The Story of Carl Gustav Jung: Parts 1-3. Films Inc. 1. In Search of the Soul; 2.
67,000 Dreams; 3. The Mystery That Heals. Narration: Laurens van der Post. A BBC
TV production. (3 tapes). n.d. 90 minutes.
VR 0182 The Structure and Function of the Chakras. Dora Kunz and Shafica Karagulla. A
case study of how a clairvoyant perceives a patient's chakras and their correlation with
the body. 1985. 34 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10129 /
$20.00).
VR 0188 The Tao of Physics. Fritjof Capra. Dr. Capra explains how modern physics parallels
concepts in Eastern philosophy. n.d. 43 minutes.
VR 0190 Theosophical Perspectives on Dealing with Pain. Dora Kunz and Erik Peper.
Strategies for alleviating pain by working with energy fields, i.e. our thoughts and
emotions. 1985. 30 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10128 /
$20.00).
VR 0199 The Theosophical Society in America: An Illustrated History. Theosophical Society
in America. Documentary celebrates 100 years of Theosophy in America. Rare film
footage and photos highlight the video. See also updated version VR 1101. 1988. 38
minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4003-5 /
$19.95).
VR 0203 The Ultimate Mystery. Edgar D.Mitchell. Presents scientific evidence in support of
mystic claims. 1973. 38 minutes.
VR 0204 Unheard Melodies. Foundation for Integrative Education. High speed photography is
used to show the vibration and harmonics of different musical instruments. n.d. 20
minutes.
VR 0209 La unión del hombre y el universo: Partes 1-4. Theosophical Society in America. 1.
Espacio, movimiento, y unidad; 2. Ciclos; 3. Evolución; 4. Polaridad: opuestos en
unidad. Same as VR 0213, in Spanish. (4 tapes). 1985. 80 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10127 / $40.00 set, or $15.00 each).
VR 0213 The Unity of Man and Universe: Parts 1-4. Theosophical Society in America. 1.
Space; 2. Cycles; 3. Evolution; 4. Polarity. Study guides sold separately. (4 tapes).
1982. 78 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10122 / $40.00 set,
or $15.00 each).
VR 0235 The Universal Flame. Irving and Elda Hartley. Interrelatedness of life, karma, and
reincarnation, all can give clues to life's twists and turns. 1975. 29 minutes. Purchase
from the Audio/Visual department (#10107 / $20.00).
VR 0237 The Vegetarian World. Jonathon Kay. Explores the history and practice of
vegetarianism as seen through many lifestyles. 1983. 30 minutes.
VR 0239 We Are All Noah. Tom Regan. Presents the main concerns of the animal rights
movement, including factory farming and vivisection. n.d. 30 minutes.
VR 0243 The Challenge of Living in the World as a Theosophist. Helen Bee. Discusses the
question of personal ethics for a Theosophist, using At the Feet of the Master as a
guide. 1988. 43 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10162 /
$20.00).
VR 0245 The Bodhisattva Motivation: The Perfection of Concentration. Wisdom Films.
Practical suggestions for working towards inner peace and harmony of mind given by
the Dalai Lama. n.d.
VR 0263 Christian Mysticism and the Monastic Life. Hartley Film Foundation. Elda Hartley.
Monks are interviewed on what prayer and meditation mean to them from a mystical
perspective. n.d. 20 minutes.
VR 0266 India and the Infinite: The Soul of a People. Hartley Film Foundation. A beautiful
picture of an India of paradoxes and extremes, written and narrated by Huston Smith.
n.d. 30 minutes.
VR 0269 The Perennial Philosophy. Hartley Film Foundation. This poetic program promotes
the unity of life and features quotes from several religious traditions. n.d. 30 minutes.
VR 0272 Requiem for a Faith. Hartley Film Foundation. Huston Smith's story of Tibetan
Buddhism leads one through a world of ancient rituals and practices. n.d. 28 minutes.
VR 0275 The Sufi Way. Hartley Film Foundation. Filmed on location from India to Morocco,
this program covers Muslim rituals and the Sufi way to God. Written and narrated by
Huston Smith. n.d. 27 minutes.
VR 0280 A New Science of Life. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Rupert
Sheldrake, the father of morphogenetic field theory, on humanity's future. 1987. 30
minutes.
VR 0281 Global Mind Changes. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Willis
Harman, President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences, on the evolution of thought and
form. 1987. 30 minutes.
VR 0282 The Spiritual in Art. Studio of David Inocencio. Explores the influence of the
esoteric and the mystical on the Impressionist movement. 1987. 20 minutes.
VR 0289 Understanding Mythology. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Joseph
Campbell on myth and culture. 1988. 28 minutes.
VR 0291 Taoism. Hartley Film Foundation. Taoist scholar John Blofeld introduces this film on
Taoist life and philosophy in China. n.d. 25 minutes.
VR 0293 Theosophy: Religion, Philosophy, or Science? Parts 1-3. Joy Mills. Shows how
these three disciplines are combined in Theosophical work. (3 tapes). 1987. 260
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10164 / $45.00 set, or $20.00
each).
VR 0296 Meetings with Remarkable Men: Gurdjieff's Search for Hidden Knowledge. Peter
Brook. Based upon his book, this is the story of Gurdjieff's search for life's meaning
in the Middle East. 1978. 108 minutes.
VR 0299 The Sufi Path. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Irina Tweedie on Sufi
culture, ancient and modern. 1987. 30 minutes.
VR 0301 The Meaning of Tibetan Buddhist Chanting. Thubten Pende. An American
Buddhist monk reveals the meaning behind Buddhist chants. Includes demonstrations.
A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1987. 28 minutes. Purchase from the
Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4004-3 / $19.95).
VR 0303 The Emerging New Culture. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Fritjof
Capra on the impact and implications of the electronic age on our culture. 1987. 26
minutes.
VR 0305 Brother Sun, Sister Moon. Paramount Pictures. Zeffirelli's film focuses on the early
years of St. Francis of Assisi and his attempt to find his own path. 1973. 120 minutes.
VR 0306 La llama universal. Hartley Film Foundation. Same as VR 0235, in Spanish. 1987.
30 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10149 / $20.00).
VR 0308 La naturaleza esotérica de la música. Jerry Rosser. Same as VR 0043, in Spanish.
1986. 47 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10151 / $20.00).
VR 0314 Continuum: The Immortality Principle. Esmeralda-Continuum. A visual exploration
of the possibility that life does not end with the last breath. 1980. 60 minutes.
VR 0331 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 1--The Hero's Adventure. Mystic Fire
Video. Bill Moyers. Campbell challenges us to see the "hero" in our lives. 1988. 58
minutes.
VR 0332 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 2--The Message of the Myth. Mystic Fire
Video. Bill Moyers. Campbell compares the creation story in Genesis with creation
stories from around the world. 1988. 58 minutes.
VR 0333 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 3--The First Storytellers. Mystic Fire
Video. Bill Moyers. Campbell discusses how the ancient myths were designed to
harmonize the mind and body. 1988. 58 minutes.
VR 0334 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 4--Sacrifice and Bliss. Mystic Fire
Video. Bill Moyers. Campbell discusses the role of sacrifice in myth which
symbolizes the necessity for rebirth. 1988. 58 minutes.
VR 0335 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 5--Love and the Goddess. Mystic Fire
Video. Bill Moyers. Campbell talks about romantic love and the image of woman.
1988. 58 minutes.
VR 0336 Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth: 6--Masks of Eternity. Mystic Fire Video.
Bill Moyers. Campbell provides challenging insights into the concepts of God,
religion, and eternity. 1988. 58 minutes.
VR 0344 The Cosmogonic Processes: Parts 1-13. Joy Mills. 13-part series exploring The
Secret Doctrine and the Stanzas of Dzyan. 120 minutes each. (13 tapes). 1986.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10168 / $130.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0350 Nicholas Roerich: Mensajero de la belleza. Jerry Rosser. Same as VR 0141, in
Spanish. 1986. 43 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10150 /
$20.00).
VR 0355 Ahimsa: Non-Violence. Marion Hunt. This documentary explores traditions of the
Jain religion, which is based on nonviolence. 1987. 58 minutes.
VR 0358 How to Change the World: Inspired by the Thought of Teilhard de Chardin.
Hartley Film Foundation. Elda Hartley. A host of artists, philosophers, and scientists
celebrate Teilhard's ideas about evolution. 1981. 28 minutes.
VR 0362 Meditation. Eknath Easwaran. Video guide to meditation by the noted writer and
teacher. 1986.
VR 0367 The Mystic's Laboratory. Ravi Ravindra and William Metzger. The mystic's
laboratory is yourself; personal transformation is the experiment. A program found in
the Theosophy Today video series. 1988. 43 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10181 / $20.00).
VR 0370 The Lion's Roar. Centre Productions-Shambala. Covers the life and teachings of the
16th Gyalwa Karmapa, head of the Kagyu order of Tibetan Buddhism. n.d. 50
minutes.
VR 0371 Do We Ever Suffer Undeservedly? An Interview on Karma. Diana
Dunningham-Chapotin and William Metzger. Karma re-examined. Does perfect
justice prevail spiritually? Can a person suffer unjustly? A program in the Theosophy
Today video series. 1988. 28 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10182 / $20.00).
VR 0374 Reincarnation: The Untrue Fact. John Algeo. Gives compelling scientific evidence
suggestive of reincarnation. 1988. 39 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical
Publishing House (#0-8356-4006-X / $19.95).
VR 0389 Some Fundamental Principles of Theosophy. Joy Mills. Explores the basic premise
of Theosophical thinking. 1988. 44 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10195 / $20.00).
VR 0392 The Art of Meditation. Hartley Film Foundation. Alan Watts demonstrates the
dynamics of Zen meditation. They can help us to understand the "Eternal Now." 1978.
25 minutes.
VR 0393 The Hero's Journey: The World of Joseph Campbell. Joseph Campbell. Portrays the
development of Campbell's thought as it evolved through the events of his life. 1987.
57 minutes.
VR 0396 Truth Is a Pathless Land: A Journey with Krishnamurti. Ian Smith and William
Metzger. Smith remembers his interviews with Krishnamurti on order, responsibility,
and change. A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1989. 29 minutes. Purchase
from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4005-1 / $19.95).
VR 0402 Cyclic Evolution: Parts 1-12. Theosophical Society in Canada. Adam Warcup.
Explores the kingdoms of nature, the planes of nature, and life's various schemes of
evolution. (12 tapes). 1986. 900 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10210 / $120.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0416 The Secret Doctrine--100 Years Later: Parts 1-10. Joy Mills. A detailed look at The
Secret Doctrine. (5 tapes). 1988. 400 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10184 / $50.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0417 Divination: Deeper Aspects of Astrology, Tarot, and the I-Ching. Stephan Hoeller
and William Metzger. Dr. Hoeller distinguishes between the genuine value of certain
esoteric practices and pop ideas about them. A program in The Eternal Quest video
series. 1989. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10203 /
$20.00).
VR 0421 A Woman's Story: A Biography of Annie Besant. Timewatch-BBC. Documentary
showing Besant's early years in England. 1988. 45 minutes.
VR 0424 Heart of the Koran. Lex Hixon. Explores the unity of the major world religions
within the context of Islamic spititual life. A program in The Eternal Quest video
series. 1989. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House
(#0-8356-4000-0 / $19.95).
VR 0426 The Healing Attitude. Dora Kunz and Linda Jo Pym. Dora Kunz discusses attitudes
important for both healer and patient in the healing process. 1990. 30 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10226 / $20.00).
VR 0432 Krishnamurti: With a Silent Mind. Krishnamurti Foundation. This documentary
presents Krishnamurti's life and the development of his teachings from his early years
as a Theosophist to later times. 1989. 108 minutes.
VR 0434 Exploring the Heart of Healing: Parts 1-2. Stephen Levine and Ram Dass.
Examines the use of love and compassion in healing ourselves and others. (2 tapes).
1988. 180 minutes.
VR 0435 History of Myself at Walden: Henry David Thoreau. Living History Productions.
Dramatization of Thoreau's most popular and poignant thinking. Filmed on location at
Walden Pond. 1989. 40 minutes.
VR 0436 Dissolving Boundaries: World of Ideas Anthology-3. Bill Moyers. Robert Bellah,
Jessica Tuchman Mathews, Chinua Achebe, Isaac Asimov, Chen Ning Yang, Carlos
Fuentes and Mary Catherine Bateson explore a new global reality. 1989. 89 minutes.
VR 0438 Our Relationship to the Universe as a Whole. Renee Weber and Robert McDermott.
Explores the spiritual reality of the cosmos as viewed by philosophers, sages, mystics,
and scientists. 1990. 43 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10227
/ $20.00).
VR 0441 The Gnostics: 1--Knowledge of the Heart. Stephen Segaller Films. A dramatic
introduction to Gnosticism. 1987. 52 minutes.
VR 0442 The Gnostics: 2--The Goodmen's Heresy. Stephen Segaller Films. The story of the
Cathars of Southern France whose beliefs brought on an inquisition. 1987. 52
minutes.
VR 0443 The Gnostics: 3--The Divinity of Man. Stephen Segaller Films. Redefines the
golden age of the Renaissance. 1987. 52 minutes.
VR 0444 The Gnostics: 4--A Crack in the Universe. Stephen Segaller Films. C. G. Jung leads
us into the psychic realm of the unconscious. 1987. 52 minutes.
VR 0446 Therapeutic Touch: Healing in the New Age. Hartley Film Foundation. An
introduction to the research and techniques of this alternative healing practice. n.d. 35
minutes.
VR 0448 The Wisdom of the Dream: Parts 1-3. Stephen Segaller Films. A visual introduction
to Jungian psychology. (3 tapes). 1989. 159 minutes.
VR 0451 Shamanism: 1. Hawaiian Shamanism 2. Joy before Night. Serge King and Terry
Eaton. Two distinct approaches to Native American shamanistic practices and beliefs.
(1 tape). 1989. 57 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House
(#0-8356-4007-8 / $24.95).
VR 0454 The Twenty-First Century: A New Beginning. Philosophical Research Society.
Manly P. Hall discusses challenges and opportunities confronting us in the 21st
century. 1989. 45 minutes.
VR 0459 Evolutionary Course to Higher Consciousness: Parts 1-3. Hartley Film Foundation.
Program designed for study groups. Workbook available. Sent as a set. (3 tapes). n.d.
242 minutes.
VR 0462 The Rapture of Being. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Pir Vilayat Inayat Khan on the Sufi approach to meditation. 1988. 90
minutes.
VR 0463 Conscious Living, Conscious Dying. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape.
Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Stephen Levine on the healing of soul and spirit which
occurs when we accept the totality of lives. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0464 Meditative Experience. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Ole Nydahl, Lee Sannella, Shinzen Young, and Charles Tart. 1988. 120
minutes.
VR 0466 Life after Life: Understanding Near-Death Experience. Thinking Allowed -
InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Raymond Moody on the
significance of near-death experiences. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0467 Personal and Social Change. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Marilyn Ferguson, Jacob Needleman, George Leonard, and Joseph Chilton
Pearce. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0468 Working with the Unconscious. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Shakti Gawain, Patricia Garfield, Anna Halprin, and Jeremy Taylor. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0469 The Roots of Consciousness. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Joseph Campbell, Huston Smith, Arthur M. Young, and Stanislav Grof.
1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0470 New Pathways in Science. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Rupert Sheldrake, Karl Pribram, Charles Muses, and Arthur M. Young.
1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0471 Perspectives on Healing. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Stanley Krippner, Patricia Sun, Jill Purce, and Brendan O'Regan. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0472 Developing Intuition. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Shakti Gawain, Helen Palmer, Carol Ann Dryer, and Keith Harary. 1988. 120
minutes.
VR 0473 Living Philosophically. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Jacob Needleman, Arthur M. Young, Huston Smith, and Jane Rubin. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0474 Matthew Fox Uncensored. Friends of Creation Spirituality. One of five conversations
with Fox on the mysticism of sexuality and the way of the mystics. 1990. 99 minutes.
VR 0475 Four Great Revelations of Ancient Religion and the New Science: Parts 1-2.
Friends of Creation Spirituality. Matthew Fox and Brian Swimme. This program
correlates ancient traditions and science. Includes handout. (2 tapes). 1990.
VR 0477 The Universe Is a Green Dragon: Part A--Fire, the Night Sky, the Sea. Great
Plains Media Ministry. Brian Swimme. Learn how the human self is developed by the
same dynamics that created the universe. Part of the series, The Wisdom of Creation
Spirituality. 1990. 90 minutes.
VR 0478 The Universe Is a Green Dragon: Part B--The Wind, the Land. Great Plains Media
Ministry. Brian Swimme. An illustration of the universe as an intelligent,
self-organizing system. Part of the series, The Wisdom of Creation Spirituality. 1990.
90 minutes.
VR 0479 Tai Chi Ch'uan: An Introduction. Charles Ponsonby. Instruction on this ancient
Chinese meditative movement system given by a member of the Theosophical
Society. 1988. 59 minutes.
VR 0480 Magdalena Day: A Co-Celebration Eucharist. Stephan Hoeller. Rev. Hoeller
celebrates the Eucharist and explains the beliefs of Gnosticism. Recorded at the Los
Angeles Ecclesia Gnostica. 1990. 50 minutes.
VR 0481 The Mahatmas and Their Letters. Ed Abdill, Joy Mills, and Ianthe Hoskins.
Historical background of the Mahatma letters and their impact on the Theosophical
Society. 1989. 42 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10225 /
$20.00).
VR 0484 The Theosophical Movement and Its Importance. John Cooper. An overview of the
Theosophical movement as a whole. Presents biographical information on key
thinkers. 1990. 60 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10230 /
$20.00).
VR 0485 The Perennial Wisdom. April Hejka-Ekins. A thorough introduction to H. P.
Blavatsky's core ideas on the ancient wisdom. Includes book. 1990. 72 minutes.
VR 0486 Jung and the Lost Gospels. Stephan Hoeller and Linda Jo Pym. Dr. Hoeller explores
the significance of Gnosticism within present-day Christianity. A program in The
Eternal Quest video series. 1990. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical
Publishing House (#0-8356-4013-2 / $19.95).
VR 0490 A Gathering of Men. Mystic Fire Video. Robert Bly and Bill Moyers. Bly leads a
group of men in exploring the meaning of male identity, emotions, and consciousness.
1990. 90 minutes.
VR 0491 Tibetan Medicine: A Buddhist Approach to Healing. Mystic Fire Video. Sheldon
Rochlin and Michaeleen Maher. A look at traditional healing at a Tibetan medical
center in India. 1985. 29 minutes.
VR 0492 Krishnamurti on the Nature of Love. Mystic Fire Video. Jiddu Krishnamurti. A 1982
talk in Ojai, California. 1982. 55 minutes.
VR 0493 Recovering the Soul: A Scientific and Spiritual Search. Mystic Fire Video. Larry
Dossey. Exploration at the crossroads of mysticism and healing, religion and physics.
1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0494 The National Soul: World of Ideas Anthology-1. Mystic Fire Video. Bill Moyers.
Conversations with E. L. Doctorow, Barbara Tuchman, Willard Gaylin, Elaine Pagels,
and others. 1989. 92 minutes.
VR 0495 Nepal: Land of the Gods. Mystic Fire Video. Sheldon Rochlin, Mark Spera, and
Loren Standlee. Examines the ancient civilization still thriving in this Himalayan
kingdom. 1985. 62 minutes.
VR 0496 Tantra of Gyuto: Sacred Rituals of Tibet. Mystic Fire Video. Sheldon Rochlin and
Mark Elliott. An account of Tibetan Buddhist ceremonies by monks of the Gyuto
Tantric College. 1985. 52 minutes.
VR 0497 Ossian: American Boy, Tibetan Monk. Mystic Fire Video. Tom Anderson. Examines
the life of a young American boy who became a Tibetan Buddhist monk at the age of
four. 1990. 28 minutes.
VR 0498 Buddhism Comes to America. Hartley Film Foundation. D. T. Suzuki and Alan
Watts. A history of Buddhism in America from the 19th century to the present. 1990.
30 minutes.
VR 0500 Body, Mind, and Spirit: Parts 1-2. Krotona Institute and Elmwood Institute. Ideas on
the relationships between metaphysics and mysticism, science and the new physics. (2
tapes). 1990. 240 minutes.
VR 0502 The Mahabharata: Parts 1-3. Parabola Video Library. Peter Brook, Director. Film
journey to the heart of Indian mythology, religion, and thought. Sent as a set. (3
tapes). 1989. 318 minutes.
VR 0505 Your Diet and the Future of Life. John Robbins. Moving account of Robbins's
conversion from the heir of Baskin-Robbins to animal rights advocate. 1989. 60
minutes.
VR 0506 The Global Brain. Peter Russell. Explores the theory that the earth is an integrated,
self-regulating, living organism. 1985. 35 minutes.
VR 0507 Life after Death. Hartley Film Foundation. Lawrence LeShan, Robert Monroe, and
Kenneth Ring. Near-death experience interviews focus on the question of
consciousness after death. 1990. 32 minutes.
VR 0508 How to Be Exceptional: Dr. Bernie Siegel and ECaP Patients Share Their Stories.
Hartley Film Foundation. Dr. Siegel and his patients share their stories. 1990. 35
minutes.
VR 0510 The Way to Baba. Hartley Film Foundation. Documentary about guru, Sathya Sai
Baba, including interviews with his followers. 1990. 54 minutes.
VR 0511 Through the Past to the Future: A Journey Down the Nile. Media-M-Productions.
Michael A. Mannetta. A metaphysical journey to ancient Egypt. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0512 Ring of Fire: 1--Spice Island Saga. Mystic Fire Video. Lorne and Lawrence Blair.
This program takes the Blair brothers in search of the Bird of Paradise. 1988. 60
minutes.
VR 0513 Ring of Fire: 2--Dance of the Warriors. Mystic Fire Video. Lorne and Lawrence
Blair. The Blair brothers sail to Komodo, Sumba, New Guinea, and Bali. 1988. 60
minutes.
VR 0514 Ring of Fire: 3--East of Krakatoa. Mystic Fire Video. Lorne and Lawrence Blair.
The Blair brothers travel in the shadow of Java's constantly erupting volcanoes. 1988.
60 minutes.
VR 0515 Ring of Fire: 4--Dream Wanderers of Borneo. Mystic Fire Video. Lorne and
Lawrence Blair. The Blair brothers seek the last of the nomadic Punan Dyaks. 1988.
60 minutes.
VR 0517 The Gnostic Jung and the Seven Sermons to the Dead. Stephan Hoeller and William
Metzger. Based on the book of the same title, Dr. Hoeller discusses the relationship of
Jung to Gnosticism. A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1989. 29 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10223 / $20.00).
VR 0521 Transformations of Myth through Time: Parts 1-5: The Soul of the Ancients.
Joseph Campbell. 1. Origins of Man and Myth; 2. American Indian Myths; 3. Gods
and Goddesses of the Neolithic Period; 4. Egypt, the Exodus and the Myth of Osiris;
5. The Mystery Religions of Ancient Greece. (3 tapes). 1989. 177 minutes.
VR 0524 Transformations of Myth through Time: Parts 6-10: The Wisdom of the East.
Joseph Campbell. 6.The Perennial Philosophy of the East; 7. Buddhism; 8-9.
Kundalini Yoga, Parts 1-2; 10. The Tibetan Book of the Dead. (3 tapes). 1989. 177
minutes.
VR 0528 Transformations of Myth through Time: Parts 11-13: The Western Way. Joseph
Campbell. 11. Arthurian Legends and the Western Way; 12. The Courtly Love of
Tristan and Isolde; 13. The Parzival Legend. (2 tapes). 1989. 118 minutes.
VR 0531 The Little Prince. Lerner and Loewe. A musical based on the story by Antoine de
Saint-Exupéry. Tells of a little prince from another planet. 1974. 88 minutes.
VR 0534 Interpretations of the Life and Teachings of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Geoffrey
Hodson. Esoteric interpretation of Christ and his teachings. 1977. 51 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10209 / $20.00).
VR 0536 The Mysterious Madame Blavatsky. Stephan Hoeller and William Metzger. Explores
Blavatsky's work in the light of the latest metaphysical developments. A program in
the Theosophy Today video series. 1990. 27 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10228 / $20.00).
VR 0539 Canticle to the Cosmos: 1--The Story of Our Time. Brian Swimme. Introduces us
to Einstein's work and its new mode of thinking. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0540 Canticle to the Cosmos: 2--The Primeval Fireball. Brian Swimme. Discusses the
very beginning of the universe as an elegant creative event. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0541 Canticle to the Cosmos: 3--Feast of Consciousness. Brian Swimme. Explores
consciousness which is as intrinsic to the universe as the force of gravity. 1990. 60
minutes.
VR 0542 Canticle to the Cosmos: 4--The Fundamental Order of the Universe. Brian
Swimme. Identifies and reflects upon the inherent meaning of the primal powers of
the universe. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0543 Canticle to the Cosmos: 5--Destruction and Loss. Brian Swimme. Explores how
creativity requires energy that comes from collapse and chaos. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0544 Canticle to the Cosmos: 6--A Magical Planet. Brian Swimme. Explores earth as a
cauldron of cosmic imagination. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0545 Canticle to the Cosmos: 7--Sex, Death, and Dreams. Brian Swimme. Discusses
major events in the story of life on earth. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0546 Canticle to the Cosmos: 8--The Nature of the Dreams. Brian Swimme. Explores
recent studies into the role of human beings on earth. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0547 Canticle to the Cosmos: 9--Fire in the Mind. Brian Swimme. Explores the power
of human language. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0548 Canticle to the Cosmos: 10--The Timing of Creativity. Brian Swimme. Human
fulfillment depends on our ability to live fully in the moment. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0549 Canticle to the Cosmos: 11--The Human Story. Brian Swimme. Focuses on
learning how to participate effectively in humanity's transformation. 1990. 60
minutes.
VR 0550 Canticle to the Cosmos: 12--A New Prosperity. Brian Swimme. Discusses how to
live so that one's work contributes to terrestrial and cosmic advance. 1990. 60
minutes.
VR 0551 The Hierarchy of Earth's Adepts: Parts 1-2. Geoffrey Hodson. A Theosophical view
of the great masters or teachers of the ancient wisdom. (1 tape). 1977. 92 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10120 / $30.00).
VR 0552 Geosophy: An Overview of Earth Mysteries. Mystic Fire Video. Vakasha Brenman.
Explores Stonehenge and New Grange in the British Isles in terms of this new
discipline. 1988. 95 minutes.
VR 0553 Transformation and the Body. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews George Leonard, Michael Murphy, Stanley Keleman, and Eleanor Criswell
on the role of the body in transformation. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0554 Working on Oneself. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Kathleen Speeth, Shingen Young, Patricia Sun, and Claudio Naranjo on how we can
help ourselves grow. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0555 Optimal Performance. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Janelle Barlow, Lee Pulos, Dennis Jaffe, and Bernie Zilbergeld on stress management
and mind power. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0556 New Physics and Beyond. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Fred Alan Wolf, Rupert Sheldrake, Saul-Paul Sirag, and Nick Herbert on
the new physics and its applications. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0557 Frontiers of Psychic Research. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Russell Targ, Jerry Solfvin, Marilyn Schlitz, and Jean Millay on aspects of
psychic research. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0558 Transforming Awareness. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Virginia Satir, Charles Tart, James Fadiman, and Ralph Metzner about
human awareness and growth. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0560 Moment of Truth: A Window on Life after Death. Jayne Smith. Jayne Smith's
personal story of her near-death experience. 1987. 55 minutes.
VR 0561 Gandhi: Parts 1-2. Richard Attenborough. The award-winning film of the life of
Mahatma Gandhi, with Ben Kingsley as Gandhi. (2 tapes). 1982.
VR 0562 Ojai Talk #5, 1977. Jiddu Krishnamurti. His message of a self-directed path to Truth
unencumbered by the dogmas of groups. With Spanish subtitles. 1977.
VR 0564 Listen to the Brook: A Way to Meditation. Dora Kunz. An audio-visual meditation
based on the brook at Pumpkin Hollow Farm, a Theosophical retreat center. 1989. 28
minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4499-5 /
$15.95).
VR 0566 Reincarnation: Coming Back. ITV Productions. Explores examples of evidence for
reincarnation with Shirley MacLaine, Merilu Henner, Dennis Weaver, and others. n.d.
30 minutes.
VR 0567 Integral Yoga: Hatha. Swami Satchidananda. A meditation class demonstrating ways
to improve your physical health and bring clarity and focus to your mind. 1990. 80
minutes.
VR 0568 Aura of Divinity: Sathya Sai Baba. Richard Bock. An experience of poetic
sensitivity in color, sound, and nature that leads into the life of Sri Sathya Sai Baba.
n.d. 60 minutes.
VR 0569 The Lost Years of Jesus. Richard Bock. Covers the missing 18 years in the life of
Jesus not found in the Bible. n.d. 93 minutes.
VR 0571 Native Shamanism and Healing: Parts 1-2. Medicine Grizzlybear Lake. Medicine
Grizzlybear gives examples of shamanistic healing techniques. (1 tape). 1991. 85
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10233 / $30.00).
VR 0575 A Mind to Embrace the Universe. Adam Warcup. With ideas taken from The Secret
Doctrine, this program explores the capabilities of the human mind. 1991. 60 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10235 / $20.00).
VR 0576 Memories and Visions of Paradise. Richard Heinberg and William Metzger.
Explores the idea of a lost paradise and how it might be recaptured in modern times.
A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1991. 29 minutes. Purchase from the
Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4010-8 / $19.95).
VR 0580 Letters to a Dying Friend. Anton Grosz. Based on the Quest Book, this video
discusses the near and after death experience. A program in The Eternal Quest video
series. 1991. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House
(#0-8356-4009-4 / $19.95).
VR 0582 Love's Awakening: A Visual-Musical Experience of the Heart. Dean and Mark
Tucker. Music and beautiful visual images to inspire you. 1987. 30 minutes.
VR 0583 Theosophy and Myth: Parts 1-2. Stephan Hoeller and Linda Jo Pym. 1. Theosophy
as Myth; 2. The Theosophist as Hero. (2 tapes). 1991. 115 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10238 / $30.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0584 In Search of the Holy Grail. Robert Johnson. Robert Johnson relates Medieval myth
to 20th century psychology, masculinity, femininity, and dreams. 1991. 60 minutes.
VR 0586 Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Hall Bartlett. Based on the book by Richard Bach,
with musical score by Neil Diamond. 1973. 99 minutes.
VR 0587 Kalachakra Sand Mandala Compilation: Excerpts. Samaya Foundation. The
Kalachakra sand mandala ritual of Tibetan Buddhism as done in 1988-1989 in New
York City. 1989. 20 minutes.
VR 0588 The Story of Revelation: An Edgar Cayce Video. Edgar Cayce Foundation. Based on
the interpretation of the Book of Revelation found in the Cayce readings. 1989. 30
minutes.
VR 0591 The Dove in the Stone. Alice O. Howell and Ray Grasse. This interview helps one to
find the sacred in the commonplace. The meaning of symbolism is discussed. A
program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1991. 29 minutes. Purchase from the
Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4012-4 / $19.95).
VR 0594 A Priestess of Isis. Adam Warcup. H. P. Blavatsky's mission was to lift the veil of
Isis. What do we know of her esoteric training? 1991. 61 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10242 / $20.00).
VR 0597 Roses and Garbage: Meditation and Peace. Thich Nhat Hanh. This program features
a teaching given in London in 1987 by Thich Nhat Hanh. 1987. 120 minutes.
VR 0598 Compassion and Non-Violence. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. Features the
Dalai Lama's talk in Trondheim, Norway, in December 1989. 1989. 38 minutes.
VR 0599 A Buddhist Monk: The Dalai Lama of Tibet--11 Days in England. Dalai Lama
XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. This film profiles the Dalai Lama in his roles as teacher, exiled
leader, and spokesman for peace. 1988. 40 minutes.
VR 0600 Lord of the Dance: Destroyer of Illusion. Richard Kohn. Takes us to two small
Buddhist monasteries in Nepal where Tibetan tantric ritual is practiced. 1985. 120
minutes.
VR 0601 Exploring the Himalayas: Nepal and Kashmir. Questar Home Video. This video
journey encompasses three major religions, cultural diversity, and breathtaking
scenery. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0602 The Sound of Wisdom: A Festival of Sacred Chant. Hartley Film Foundation.
Features the Gyuto Tantric University Choir, David Hykes, Philip Glass, and others,
performing sacred chants from the East and West. 1991. 57 minutes.
VR 0603 Quantum Healing: Toward Perfect Health. Hartley Film Foundation. Deepak
Chopra. This video offers a fascinating journey of discovery from pioneers in holistic
health. 1991. 35 minutes.
VR 0604 White Lotus: A Multi-Media Exploration of Tibet. Cultural Arts Expedition.
Introduces traditional elements and aesthetic qualities of Tibetan culture. A
companion to the book with the same title by Carole Elchert. 1990. 30 minutes.
VR 0605 Crete and Mycenae: Museum Without Walls. KVC Entertainment. This video
adventure showcases the work of archeologist Heinrich Schliemann. 1970. 54
minutes.
VR 0607 Jerusalem: Within These Walls. Vestron Video. National Geographic Society. Offers
a kaleidoscopic view of the city and its people as they are today. 1986. 59 minutes.
VR 0609 Testament: The Bible and History--As It Was in the Beginning. Films For The
Humanities. Traces the development of ideas about gods from the most ancient East
to Moses. 1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0610 Testament: The Bible and History--Chronicles and Kings. Films For The
Humanities. We see the rise and fall of ancient Israel, as described in the Bible and
through archeological evidence. 1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0611 Testament: The Bible and History--Mightier Than the Sword. Films For The
Humanities. Examines the remains of some of the greatest cities of the time of Jesus.
1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0612 Testament: The Bible and History--Gospel Truth. Films For The Humanities.
Shows the actual historical remains of the time and place and of the life of Jesus.
1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0613 Testament: The Bible and History--Thine Is the Kingdom. Films For The
Humanities. Takes the story of Christianity from the Roman Empire to Constantine in
the 4th century. 1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0614 Testament: The Bible and History--Power and the Glory. Films For The
Humanities. Shows some of the most beautifully illuminated Bibles produced up to
the year 1453. 1988. 52 minutes.
VR 0615 Testament: The Bible and History--Paradise Lost. Films For The Humanities.
Investigates the progress of the Bible from the Reformation to the present day. 1988.
52 minutes.
VR 0616 The Sacred Journey and the Seven Factors of Enlightenment. Dharma Seed Tape
Library. Jack Kornfield. Two talks based on the teachings of the Buddha; recorded at
a Vipassana retreat in California. 1989. 120 minutes.
VR 0617 Our Life of Expansion and How to Bring Practice into Life. Dharma Seed Tape
Library. Jack Kornfield. Two talks based on the teachings of the Buddha; recorded at
a Vipassana retreat in California. 1989. 120 minutes.
VR 0618 Purity of Action, Purity of Mind, and the Way of the Tao. Dharma Seed Tape
Library. Joseph Goldstein. Two talks based on the teachings of the Buddha; recorded
at a Vipassana retreat in California. 1989. 120 minutes.
VR 0619 Amazing Grace. Bill Moyers. An entertaining look at a song that has been one of the
most popular pieces of music ever. 1990. 80 minutes.
VR 0620 The Creation of the Universe. Timothy Ferris. Award-winning journalist Timothy
Ferris takes us on a cosmic ride through 15 billion years. 1985. 92 minutes.
VR 0621 Virarica: The Healing People. Dance of the Deer Foundation. Presents the Huichol
Indian Tribe which practices shamanism as a way of life. 1991. 46 minutes.
VR 0622 The Mind's Eye. Miramar Video. A spectacular computer animation odyssey through
time. 1990. 40 minutes.
VR 0623 Kitaro: The Light of the Spirit. Geffen Home Video. An audio/visual experience. All
songs written and arranged by Kitaro. 1987. 44 minutes.
VR 0624 Your Mythic Journey. Sam Keen and Bill Moyers. Keen encourages us to explore
our lives as an ongoing narrative. 1991. 58 minutes.
VR 0625 Nova: Einstein, the Private Thoughts of a Public Genius. Vestron Video. WGBH
Boston. An insightful portrait of the man whose ideas changed the way we see the
world. 1979. 60 minutes.
VR 0626 The Infinite Voyage: Unseen Worlds. Vestron Video. WQED Pittsburgh. Explores
the hidden universe with the help of hi-tech special effects. 1987. 60 minutes.
VR 0628 The Roar of Silence. Don G. Campbell. Explores the healing powers of music, tone,
and breath. Includes an exercise portion. A program in The Eternal Quest video
series. 1991. 45 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House
(#0-8356-4008-6 / $19.95).
VR 0631 HPB as Modern Gnostic: Parts 1-2. Stephan Hoeller. H. P. Blavatsky's relationship
to the Western esoteric tradition in light of the Nag Hammadi Scriptures. (1 tape).
1991. 72 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10240 / $30.00).
VR 0635 Overcoming Differences. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. Presents the Dalai Lama
of Tibet speaking at Cornell University on world peace and oneness. 1991. 30
minutes.
VR 0636 The Way of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. Lana Spraker. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a gentle exercise
program of ancient China promoting health and inner peace. 1986. 60 minutes.
VR 0637 The World of the Goddess. Marija Gimbutas. Introduces the beliefs and mythology of
the pre-patriarchal cultures of old Europe. 1990. 99 minutes.
VR 0638 Blake: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell. Swedenborg Foundation. A dramatization
of poet/artist William Blake, featuring Anne Baxter and George Rose. 1983. 28
minutes.
VR 0639 Green Tara Initiation. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. His Holiness performs and
explains the initiation of the Green Tara. n.d. 165 minutes.
VR 0640 The Path of Non-Violence. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. Presentation of a talk
given by the Dalai Lama in Stockholm. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0641 Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Indian Art and Its Evolution. Jacka Photography.
This 1990 Emmy winner presents more than 300 examples of American Indian art.
1989. 45 minutes.
VR 0642 Living Treasures of Japan. Vestron Video. National Geographic Society. Takes you
into the homes and workshops of the people who keep Japan's traditions alive. 1980.
60 minutes.
VR 0643 The Baha'i Faith: An Introduction. Alex Rocco. An introduction to the teachings of
the Baha'i Faith. 1987. 45 minutes.
VR 0644 Helena P. Blavatsky, Messianic Messenger: Parts 1-2. Vonda Urban. Explores the
relevance of H. P. Blavatsky's life and teachings to our world today. Handout
included. (1 tape). 1991. 81 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10247 / $30.00).
VR 0647 An Evening with Bo Lozoff. Human Kindness Foundation. Taped at the chapel of St.
Edward's University, this talk explores life's many mysteries. 1990. 120 minutes.
VR 0648 The Arab World: Part 3--The Image of God. Bill Moyers. Noted scholars and
writers discuss Arab history, religion, and culture. 1991. 30 minutes.
VR 0649 Love, Medicine and Miracles. Mystic Fire Video. Bernie Siegel. Dr. Siegel explains
how to cope with any illness, whether chronic or life-threatening. 1991. 75 minutes.
VR 0650 The Theosophical Book Association for the Blind Video Tour. Markee Productions.
A tour of the Theosophical Book Association for the Blind, Ojai, California. 1993. 29
minutes.
VR 0651 Greek Fire: Volume 1--Source and Myth. Mystic Fire Video. Revel Guest. A
documentary series exploring the pervasive influence of ancient Greece on our lives
today. 1990. 52 minutes.
VR 0652 Legacy--China: The Mandate of Heaven. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood. Explores
how China has been sustained by ideas virtually unchanged since the Bronze Age.
1991. 57 minutes.
VR 0653 Legacy--The Barbarian West. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood. Traces the origins of
Western culture through Greece and Rome. 1991. 57 minutes.
VR 0654 Legacy--Central America: The Burden of Time. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood.
Central America's civilizations of the Aztecs, Maya, and Inca are explored. 1991. 57
minutes.
VR 0655 Legacy--India: The Empire of the Spirit. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood. Explores
how India has kept true to its spiritual traditions in the modern world. 1991. 57
minutes.
VR 0656 Spirit and Nature. Bill Moyers. Members of the world's religions talk about the
ethical and spiritual aspects of ecological issues. 1991. 88 minutes.
VR 0657 Weapons of the Spirit. Pierre Sauvage. Tells the story of Le Chambon, a small French
village, that defied the Nazis. 1990. 90 minutes.
VR 0658 Legacy--Egypt: The Habit of Civilization. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood.
Explores the ancient civilization of Egypt and its influence on today's culture. 1991.
57 minutes.
VR 0659 Legacy--Iraq: The Cradle of Civilization. Ambrose Video. Michael Wood.
Civilization as we know it began in Iraq. This video explores the influence of this
ancient culture. 1991. 57 minutes.
VR 0660 A Common Destiny: 1. Walking in Both Worlds; 2. The Hopi Prophecy. Gayil
Nalls. Jewell Praying Wolf James and Thomas Banyacya bring messages from their
ancestors. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0661 The Faithkeeper. Mystic Fire Video. Oren Lyons and Bill Moyers. Discusses ancient
Native American prophecies and legends. 1991. 58 minutes.
VR 0663 From the Heart of the World: The Elder Brothers' Warning. Mystic Fire Video.
Alan Ereira. The last civilization of Pre-Columbian America warns us about
endangering life on earth. 1991. 88 minutes.
VR 0664 Jesus of Montreal. Denys Arcand. A story of faith--about a troupe of actors who
help a church update its annual passion play. French with English subtitles. 1990. 119
minutes.
VR 0665 Eco-Philosophy. Henryk Skolimowski and William Metzger. Discusses the
ecological problems facing us today and offers a new way of looking at our earth. A
program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1992. 29 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10249 / $20.00).
VR 0667 A Tour of the Louvre: The Grand Museum Series. Dorset Video. A tour of the
Louvre that reviews more than 100 paintings from Quarton to Goya. 1983. 90
minutes.
VR 0668 Deathing: An Introduction to Conscious Dying. Hartley Film Foundation. Anya
Foos-Graber. Dispels the fear of death through discussions of near-death experiences
and actual exercises. 1988. 30 minutes.
VR 0669 Gateway to the Gods: A Journey to the Himalayas. Hartley Film Foundation. Visit
the land of Shangri-La with its monasteries and magnificient scenery. Includes an
interview with the Dalai Lama. 1992. 56 minutes.
VR 0670 Holistic Health: The New Medicine. Hartley Film Foundation. Shows holistic
doctors at work and demonstrates their methods for healing and promoting good
health. 1985. 36 minutes.
VR 0672 Laugh: It Matters. Hartley Film Foundation. Annette Goodheart and Joyce
Anisman-Saltman. An entertaining and informative video on the benefits of laughter.
1989. 30 minutes.
VR 0673 The Creative Spirit: 1--Inside Creativity. Ambrose Video. Takes viewers inside the
creative mind. 1991. 59 minutes.
VR 0674 The Creative Spirit: 2--Creative Beginnings. Ambrose Video. Looks at how adult
creativity is formed by our childhood experiences. 1991. 59 minutes.
VR 0675 The Creative Spirit: 3--The Creative Spirit at Work. Ambrose Video. Looks at
creativity in the global workplace. 1991. 59 minutes.
VR 0676 The Creative Spirit: 4--The Creative Community. Ambrose Video. Presents the idea
of creativity as a way of caring for others. 1991. 59 minutes.
VR 0677 Other Lives, Other Selves. Hartley Film Foundation. Roger Woolger. Illustrates the
remarkable therapeutic power of past life regression. 1992. 47 minutes.
VR 0678 Das Goetheanum: The Architecture of Rudolf Steiner. Karl and Terry Levin.
Showcases the architecture of Rudolf Steiner. No narration, visual with music. 1991.
20 minutes.
VR 0679 Dr. Rudolf Steiner and the Science of Spiritual Realities. Lightfilled Product. This
documentary explores the work of Rudolf Steiner and how his work is carried on
today. 1991. 59 minutes.
VR 0680 Bio-Dynamic Gardening: A How-to Guide. Joe Tooker. Gives step-by-step
instructions in bio-dynamic gardening, a chemical-free process which regenerates and
rejuvenates the earth. 1988. 59 minutes.
VR 0681 After the Warming: Episodes 1-2. Ambrose Video. James Burke. Episode 1 shows
various warming scenarios for the year 2050 by using special computer effects.
Episode 2 shows ways humanity could respond to the growing environmental crisis.
(2 tapes). 1990. 55 minutes.
VR 0683 Prejudice: Answering Children's Questions. ABC News Special. This video is taken
from an ABC News special presentation about children and prejudice. 1991. 75
minutes.
VR 0684 Scrooge: A Christmas Carol. Video Communications. The 1951 British version of
Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, starring Alastair Sim. 1951. 86 minutes.
VR 0685 Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Memories and Perspectives. Trinity Films. The story of a
young pastor who was active in the resistance movement in Nazi Germany. 1983. 90
minutes.
VR 0686 Taizé: That Little Springtime. Martin Doblmeier. Shot on location in France, this
video examines the ecumenical community of Taizé. 1989. 26 minutes.
VR 0687 Grounds for Peace. Martin Doblmeier. The story of the Corrymeela Community's
struggle for peace in Northern Ireland. 1991. 57 minutes.
VR 0688 The Heart Has Its Reasons. Martin Doblmeier. Presents the story of Jean Vanier and
the l'Arche community for mentally and physically handicapped people. 1984. 57
minutes.
VR 0689 The Changing Image. Marian Seldes. A pictorial survey of Christian art, focusing on
the changing image of Christ. 1971. 30 minutes.
VR 0690 The Healing Tape. Hartley Film Foundation. This video anthology uses imagery and
sounds to aid you in enhancing your creativity. Features Bernie Siegel, Deepak
Chopra, Bob Baer, and Alison Strickland. 1992. 55 minutes.
VR 0692 Native Healer. Medicine Grizzlybear Lake and William Metzger. Explores who and
what is a Native American shaman. A program in The Eternal Quest video series.
1992. 29 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House
(#0-8356-4011-6 / $24.95).
VR 0698 Stars, Cycles, and Psyche: Psychological Aspects of Astrology. Alice O. Howell and
Ray Grasse. Explores the relationship between astrology and Jungian psychology. A
program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1992. 29 minutes. Purchase from the
Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4014-0 / $19.95).
VR 0701 Wings of Desire. Wim Wenders and Peter Falk. A story about an angel who wishes
he were mortal so he could feel human emotion. German with English subtitles. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0702 Freedom: The Ultimate Necessity. Emily Sellon. The 1992 Founders address, given
at the 106th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in
America, explores the roots of freedom. 1992. 47 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10255 / $20.00).
VR 0704 Freedom: Social Alchemy for the Year 2000: Parts 1-2. Stephan Hoeller.
Discussion of the hermetic spiritual foundation of the American Republic. (1 tape).
1992. 88 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10253 / $30.00).
VR 0707 A Voice Raised for Freedom: Karma and Nirvana, the Double Key. John Algeo.
Discussion of two kinds of freedom--"freedom from" and "freedom to." 1992. 45
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10252 / $20.00).
VR 0708 Millennium: At the Threshold. PBS Video. Looks at the pursuit of self-interest that
has driven our society since the 12th century. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0709 Millennium: Inventing Reality. PBS Video. Examines modern medical science and
natural conceptions of physical disease. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0710 Millennium: The Art of Living. PBS Video. The meaning of life and death as
expressed in different cultures is explored in this video. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0711 Millennium: An Ecology of Mind. PBS Video. This program looks at the
harmonious relationship many cultures have with nature. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0712 Millennium: The Shock of the Other. PBS Video. Will help the viewer learn about
the gifts of other cultures and the need to protect them. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0713 Millennium: A Poor Man Shames Us All. PBS Video. Explores the measure of
wealth in Western society and tribal cultures. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0714 Millennium: The Tightrope of Power. PBS Video. Contrasts Western forms of state
to the tribal practice of democracy through consensus. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0715 Millennium: Touching the Timeless. PBS Video. Examines the ways in which
Western and tribal societies seek to find their place in the world. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0716 Millennium: Mistaken Identity. PBS Video. Examines the nature of individual
identity as defined by Western and tribal societies. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0717 Millennium: Strange Relations. PBS Video. Looks at the relationship between
romance and the societal need for stable marriage. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0719 The Logic of Spirituality: Parts 1-4. Swami Chinmayananda. Analyzes the sacred
ancient text of the Bhagavad Gita. (2 tapes). 1991. 240 minutes.
VR 0720 Aerobic Yoga: The Flow Series. Ganga White and Tracey Rich. The flow series is a
powerful hatha yoga practice, which the viewer can do with the aid of this tape. 1984.
64 minutes.
VR 0721 An Inquiry into Religious Psychology--Taoism: Parts 1-2. Stephan Hoeller.
Examines the relationship between Taoism and Jungian psychology. (1 tape). 1992.
90 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10256 / $30.00).
VR 0723 Wiping the Tears of Seven Generations. Kifaru Productions. Native American
perspective on the tragedy that happened at Wounded Knee. 1992. 57 minutes.
VR 0724 The Greening of the American Psyche: Parts 1-2. Jean Houston. Discusses the
changes we need to make in education and philosophy. (1 tape). 1992. 105 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10258 / $30.00).
VR 0728 Nazarín. Luis Buñuel. A simple priest tries to live by Christian precepts and becomes
an outcast. Spanish with English subtitles. n.d. 92 minutes.
VR 0729 Living Traditions. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Michael Harner, Peter Dawkins, Matthew Fox, and Gay Gaer Luce on Shamanism,
Western mysticism, ancient traditions, and new views on spirituality. 1988. 120
minutes.
VR 0730 Science and the Spirit. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishloveinterviews
Charles Tart, Willis Harman, Arthur M. Young, and Huston Smith on the conflicts
and convergences of science, religion, and spiritual tradition. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0731 Consciousness in Business. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Kenneth R. Pelletier, John R. O'Neill, Michael Ray, and William C. Miller
on various aspects of the business world. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0732 Boundaries of the Soul: Explorations in Jungian Analysis. Thinking Allowed -
InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews psychiatrist June Singer on the
theory and practice of Carl Jung's analytic psychology. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0733 Life in the Universe. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Jacques M. Vallee, Terence McKenna, Richard Grossinger, and James Harder on
UFOs, aliens, and extra-terrestrial intelligence. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0734 Computers and the Mind. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Theodore Roszak, Howard Rheingold, Hubert Dreyfus, and William
Whitson on various aspects of the mind and artificial intelligence. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0735 Exploring Parapsychology. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Charles Tart, Michael Scriven, Milan Ryzl, and Julian Isaacs on various
aspects of extrasensory perception. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0736 Awakening Your Body's Energies. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape.
Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Aikido instructor George Leonard, developer of the
Leonard Energy Training (LET) system. Includes demonstrations of several awareness
exercises in which the viewer can participate. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0737 Health and Your Whole Being. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey
Mishlove interviews Dr. Kenneth Pelletier on how to develop a personal holistic
health system. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0738 Therapeutic Alternatives. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews George Fuller-von Bozzay, James Bugental, Bernie Zilbergeld, andStanley
Keleman on various alternatives to conventional therapies. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0739 Number, Form and Life. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Rupert Sheldrake, Jill Purce, Arthur M. Young, and Richard Grossinger.
1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0740 How to Conduct a Dream Workshop. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape.
Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Jeremy Taylor, an advocate of leaderless dream
workshops. A practical introduction on how to organize your own dream workshop.
1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0741 Critical Self-Awareness. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Patricia Sun, Virginia Satir, Michael Scriven, and Donald Michael. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0742 Personal and Spiritual Development. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey
Mishlove interviews Charles Tart, Jack Kornfield, Helen Palmer, and Irina Tweedie
on ways to develop spirituality and consciousness through various methods. 1988.
120 minutes.
VR 0743 The Adventure of Self Discovery. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey
Mishlove interviews psychiatrist Stanislav Grof on the origin of individual behavior
and personality as it relates to birth trauma. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0744 Compassion in Action. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Ram Dass on the nature of helping relationships. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 0745 Does Mind Matter? Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews U.
G. Krishnamurti, Julian Isaacs, John Searle, and Ole Nydahl on the nature of mind.
1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0746 Mystical Paths. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Joseph Chilton Pearce, Claudio Naranjo, Robert Frager, and Irina Tweedie on Eastern
and Western approaches to mysticism, gurus, Sufism, and yoga . 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 0747 Henry Reed's Dream Interpretation Workout. Henry Reed. Describes seven ways to
interpret dreams. Instructs viewers how to record and work with their dreams. 1992.
60 minutes.
VR 0749 HPB's Diagram of Meditation. John Algeo. A Theosophical view of meditation.
1992. 45 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10260 / $20.00).
VR 0751 Buddhism: Man and Nature. Hartley Film Foundation. With lush visuals, this video
stresses that humanity is a part of nature, not its enemy. 1986. 14 minutes.
VR 0752 Mandalas: Visions of Heaven and Earth. Mirtala. An odyssey of spirit through the
world of matter, uniting with one's higher Self. 1990. 17 minutes.
VR 0753 The Boat Is Full. Limbo Film AG. This award-winning German film, Das Boot ist
voll, is the story of people fleeing Nazi Germany into Switzerland. With English
subtitles. 1981. 99 minutes.
VR 0754 Therapeutic Touch: Part 1--Theory and Research. National League for Nursing.
Discusses the theory behind this healing modality and the research supporting its use.
n.d. 39 minutes.
VR 0755 Therapeutic Touch: Part 2--The Method. National League for Nursing. Dr. Janet
Quinn demonstrates how to prepare for Therapeutic Touch practice. Includes study
guide. n.d. 45 minutes.
VR 0756 Therapeutic Touch: Part 3--Clinical Applications. National League for Nursing.
Discusses the clinical applications best suited for this popular healing technique. n.d.
45 minutes.
VR 0757 The Intuitive Body. Wendy Palmer. Presents concepts and exercises using Aikido
principles. Concludes with a 15-minute practice. 1991. 70 minutes.
VR 0758 Radha Burnier in the Ukraine and Moscow. Russian Press. A visit to Russia by
Radha Burnier and other Theosophists in honor of Madame Blavatsky's teachings.
Russian dialogue. 1991. 25 minutes.
VR 0761 Inner Vision: Visualizing Super Health. Hartley Film Foundation. Bernie Siegel.
Illustrates the many uses and varied practices of visualization to promote healing. n.d.
41 minutes.
VR 0762 The 17th Karmapa's Return to Tsurphu Monastery, Tibet. Tsurphu Foundation. A
video documentary on the enthronement of the XVII Karmapa, head of the Kagyu
Buddhist order. 1993.
VR 0763 Synchronicity and the Holographic Universe. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork
Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author Michael Talbot, who demonstrates
how the holographic model helps to explain synchronicity and paranormal
experiences. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0764 The Healing Process. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews oncologist Dr. O. Carl Simonton. Includes guided meditation exercises
designed to access the natural healing wisdom within each of us. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0765 Mind-Body Integration. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews psychologist Ilana Rubenfeld, founder of the Rubenfeld Synergy Center in
Manhattan, who demonstrates her unique synergy method. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0766 Possible Human, Possible World. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey
Mishlove interviews psychologist and author Jean Houston, who describes the range
of human capacities that are found in different cultures. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0767 The Art of Healing. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Dr. Larry Dossey, exploring the role of consciousness and the concept of
oneness in the healing process. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0768 Approaches to Consciousness. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Robert Ornstein, Oliver Sacks, Arnold Mindell, and Irvin Yalom on
various aspects of consciousness. 1992. 120 minutes.
VR 0769 Healing Your Spirit. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Wayne Muller, Gay Gaer Luce, Rachel Naomi Remen, and Dale Borglum on disease,
aging, and pain. 1992. 120 minutes.
VR 0770 The Future Evolution of Humanity. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape.
Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Michael Murphy, co-founder of the Esalen Institute.
1992. 90 minutes.
VR 0771 Tantra: Indian Rites of Ecstasy. Nik Douglas. Recorded in India, this video presents
Tantric art and ritual as is, without commentary. 1969. 40 minutes.
VR 0772 The Spirit of Crazy Horse. PBS Home Video. James Locker. Presents the history of
the Sioux Indian people and their modern struggle for survival. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0773 A. Einstein: How I See the World. PBS Home Video. Richard Kroehling. Narrated
by William Hurt, this program presents a moving overview of Einstein and his work.
1991. 60 minutes.
VR 0774 Of Sound, Mind and Body. Lumina Productions. Noted musicians, physicians, and
scientists show how music impacts both mind and body. 1992. 70 minutes.
VR 0775 Bioenergy: A Healing Art. Wirkus Bioenergy Foundation. Peter Walsh. Explores the
art of bioenergy healing and our electromagnetic natures. 1992. 46 minutes.
VR 0776 Introduction to Zen Meditation. Dharma Communications. John Daido Loori. Gives
instruction in Zen sitting and mind-breath exercises. 1991. 54 minutes.
VR 0777 Visionary Voices: Ram Dass. Roger Doudna and Ram Dass. Ram Dass speaks about
his own spiritual journey and how to lead a spiritual life. n.d. 52 minutes.
VR 0778 Beyond Success. Ram Dass. Explores how to do business in a conscious way, retain
one's integrity, and still be successful. 1988. 140 minutes.
VR 0779 The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Questar Home Video. Presents the seven
wonders of the ancient world and the people who built them. 1990. 60 minutes.
VR 0780 Meditation: The Inward Journey. Hartley Film Foundation. Explores different
techniques used for meditation, including those from religious traditions. n.d. 21
minutes.
VR 0781 Walking the Life Journey. Jean Houston. Discusses the knowledge and skills
necessary for working toward better local and global communications. 1988. 93
minutes.
VR 0782 The Life of Helena Petrovna Blavatsky. Blavatsky Trust. A drama-documentary of
the life of H. P. Blavatsky, with Anna Tzelniker, Gemma Jones, and Ronald Hines.
Produced in England. 1992. 65 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing
House (#4494 / $24.95).
VR 0784 Healing and the Mind: Volumes 1-5. Bill Moyers. This series explores recent
research about how the mind influences the body and the healing process. (5 tapes).
1993. 318 minutes.
VR 0789 Art Meets Science and Spirituality: Part 1--From Fragmentation to Wholeness.
Sheldon Rochlin and Louwrien Wijers. Includes artist Robert Rosenberg, scientist
David Bohm, the Dalai Lama, and economist Stan Menshikov. 1993. 52 minutes.
VR 0790 Art Meets Science and Spirituality: Part 2--The Chaotic Universe. Sheldon Rochlin
and Louwrien Wijers. Includes composer John Cage, physicist Ilya Prigogine, Huston
Smith, and F. Wilhelm Christians. 1993. 52 minutes.
VR 0791 Art Meets Science and Spirituality: Part 3--Crisis of Perception. Sheldon Rochlin
and Louwrien Wijers. Includes artist Jacques van der Heyden, scientist Francisco
Varela, and nun Mother Tessa Bielecki. 1993. 52 minutes.
VR 0792 Art Meets Science and Spirituality: Part 4--The Transforming World. Sheldon
Rochlin and Louwrien Wijers. Includes artist Lawrence Weiner, Lama Sogyal
Rinpoche, and biologist Rupert Sheldrake. 1993. 52 minutes.
VR 0793 Art Meets Science and Spirituality: Part 5--The Shifting Paradigm. Sheldon
Rochlin and Louwrien Wijers. Includes performance artist Marina Abramovic,
physicist Fritjof Capra, and Catholic priest Raimond Panikkar. 1993. 52 minutes.
VR 0794 The Alchemy of Light. Judith Cornell. Two Russian scientists and an American artist
discuss the meaning of light and consciousness. 1993. 100 minutes.
VR 0795 Peace Pilgrim. Friends of Peace Pilgrim. A day in the life of Peace Pilgrim (6
minutes) followed by interviews with those who knew her. n.d. 62 minutes.
VR 0796 Peace Pilgrim Speaking to College Classes. Friends of Peace Pilgrim. Two one-hour
talks of Peace Pilgrim speaking at California State University in Los Angeles. n.d.
120 minutes.
VR 0797 Goddess Remembered. Donna Read. Takes the viewer to ancient cultures where the
goddess was worshipped. 1989. 54 minutes.
VR 0798 The Burning Times. Donna Read. Examines why both church and state tried to
eradicate women known as witches. 1990. 58 minutes.
VR 0799 Full Circle. Donna Read. Examines the women's emerging spirituality movement and
looks at earth-based spirituality. 1993. 55 minutes.
VR 0800 Greek Fire: Volume 4--Art and Science. Mystic Fire Video. Revel Guest. Explores
the pervasive influence ancient Greek art and science has had on our lives today.
1990. 52 minutes.
VR 0801 Greek Fire: Volume 5--War and Ideas. Mystic Fire Video. Revel Guest. An
examination of Greek ideas of war and rhetoric and how they influence us today.
1990. 52 minutes.
VR 0804 Adyar: Home of The Theosophical Society. Steve Schweizer. A documentary of life
at Adyar, the international headquarters of the Theosophical Society in India. 1993. 59
minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4498-7 /
$19.95). Also available in European PAL format (#0-8356-4497-0 / $24.95).
VR 0805 Revelation, the Timeless Flash. Ed Abdill. Discusses the impact of spiritual
revelation, what H. P. Blavatsky said about it, and its transformative power. 1993. 35
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10262 / $20.00).
VR 0806 The Extraordinary Nature of the Ordinary Mind. Joy Mills. Discusses the
extraordinary potential of the mind and draws upon Hinduism and Theosophy. 1993.
52 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10266 / $20.00).
VR 0807 The Power of Thought in Regeneration. Dora Kunz. Explains how our thoughts can
affect others for better or worse. 1993. 34 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10264 / $20.00).
VR 0808 The Birthing Process of the New Whole. Anna Lemkow. Discusses how the
principle of wholeness is transforming our world. 1993. 34 minutes. Purchase from
the Audio/Visual department (#10265 / $20.00).
VR 0809 The World Within: C. G. Jung in His Own Words. Suzanne Wagner. Contains rarely
seen footage of Carl Jung talking about his work on dreams, archetypes, and more.
1990. 80 minutes.
VR 0810 Yoga Practice for Beginners. Yoga Journal. Patricia Walden. Offers step-by-step
instruction in yoga basics, including postures and breathing exercises. 1990. 75
minutes.
VR 0811 Yoga Practice for Flexibility. Yoga Journal. Patricia Walden. Guides the viewer
through a workout to increase vitality and teach forward bends and backbends. 1992.
85 minutes.
VR 0812 Yoga Practice for Strength. Yoga Journal. Rodney Yee. Guides the viewer through
aerobic yoga, standing and arm balances, and inverted poses. 1992. 75 minutes.
VR 0813 Yoga Practice for Relaxation. Yoga Journal. Patricia Walden and Rodney Yee.
Guides the viewer through gentle flowing poses, resting poses, and deep breathing
and relaxation. 1992. 75 minutes.
VR 0814 The Meaning of Health: A Dialogue with Bill Moyers. Fetzer Institute. Bill Moyers
and health professionals discuss the definition of health. 1993. 35 minutes.
VR 0815 Aging and the Awakening Potential of Change. Ram Dass. Presents a transforming
vision of aging and shows how to substitute joy for fear. 1992. 63 minutes.
VR 0816 Facing Death. Ram Dass. Based on his work with the dying, Ram Dass tells how to
appreciate death and live joyously now. 1992. 105 minutes.
VR 0817 The Mystery of the Sphinx--Expanded Version. John Anthony West. An in-depth
exploration of John Anthony West's theory that the Sphinx is 10,000 years old. 1994.
95 minutes.
VR 0818 Theosophy and the Future of Religion. Radha Burnier. The 1993 Founders address
given at the 107th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society
in America. 1993. 53 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10263 /
$20.00).
VR 0819 Theosophic Worldview: 1--Sacred Wisdom through the Ages. Parts 1-2. Tony
Lysy, Michael Gomes, Nandini Iyer, Kirby Van Mater. Theosophists explore the
perennial wisdom as expressed by illumined teachers. Joint Theosophical session
presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. (1 tape). 1993. 82 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10269 / $30.00).
VR 0820 Theosophic Worldview: 2--Reimbodying Universes and the Web of Life. Parts 1-2.
John Coker, Carolyn Van Horn, Adam Warcup, W. Emmett Small. Theosophists
explore Theosophy's vision of cosmic drama from atoms to galaxies. Joint
Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. (1
tape). 1993. 87 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10271 /
$30.00).
VR 0821 Theosophic Worldview: 3--Bridging Science, Religion, and Philosophy. Rob
McOwen, Joy Mills, and Will Thackara. Theosophists see the wholeness principle as
the key to bridging science, religion, and philosophy. Joint Theosophical session
presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. 1993. 51 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10273 / $20.00).
VR 0822 Theosophic Worldview: 4--Conscious Evolution and the Path of Compassion.
Parts 1-3. John Algeo, A. Donant, and R. Jourdan. Theosophists encourage us to see
nature as sacred. Includes a tribute to H. P. Blavatsky by Sylvia Cranston. Joint
Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. (2
tapes). 1993. 94 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10274 /
$30.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0823 On the Shores of Darkness There Is Light. Grace F. Knoche. The international
President of the Theosophical Society, Pasadena, finds hope in the Theosophical
view. Presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. 1993. 36 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10276 / $20.00).
VR 0824 Self-Transformation and the Future of Religion. Radha Burnier. The international
President of the Theosophical Society, Adyar, explores a higher vision for religion.
Presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions. 1993. 45 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10277 / $20.00).
VR 0825 Theosophy for Everyone. Blavatsky Trust. Gives Theosophical answers to such
questions as: "Who am I?" "Why am I here?" and "Where am I going?" n.d. 52
minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#4495 / $24.95).
VR 0826 A Guide to Walking Meditation. Thich Nhat Nanh. The noted Vietnamese Buddhist
teacher demonstrates how to do walking meditation. n.d. 30 minutes.
VR 0827 A Gathering of the Faithful: The Parliament of the World's Religions, Chicago,
1993. CBS Inc. A supportive account of religious unity displayed at the Parliament.
1993. 26 minutes.
VR 0828 Peace Like a River: The Parliament of the World's Religions, 1893-1993. Robert
Black and Jackie Rivet-River. A video on the Parliament of the World's Religions, in
both 1893 and 1993. 1993. 56 minutes.
VR 0829 The Krotona Experience: Krotona Institute and School of Theosophy. Steve
Schweizer. An overview of the Krotona Institute of Theosophy in Ojai, California.
1994. 15 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10279 / $20.00).
VR 0830 Inter-Theosophical Dialogue: The Theosophical Movement--Past and Future.
Parts 1-2. Theosophical Society in America. A discussion between members of the
TSA, TS Pasadena, ULT, and Temple of the People. (2 tapes). 1994. 210 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10281 / $30.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0831 The Dead Sea Scrolls: Parts 1-6. Biblical Archaeology Society. Examines the Dead
Sea Scrolls and what they reveal. (6 tapes). 1993. 360 minutes.
VR 0837 The Astronomers: 1--Where Is the Rest of the Universe? PBS Video. Explores how
astronomers can detect the "missing mass" of the universe and learn more about it.
1991. 60 minutes.
VR 0838 The Astronomers: 2--Searching for Black Holes. PBS Video. Profiles an attempt to
map the galaxy, especially the massive black hole at the center. 1991. 60 minutes.
VR 0839 The Astronomers: 3--A Window to Creation. PBS Video. From the intense heat and
chaos of the big bang, how did the universe come to look the way it looks now? 1991.
60 minutes.
VR 0840 The Astronomers: 4--Waves of the Future. PBS Video. Gravity waves, predicted by
Albert Einstein, may contain answers to questions about the universe. 1991. 60
minutes.
VR 0841 The Astronomers: 5--Stardust. PBS Video. Explores the lives and deaths of stars
and how they allow our own lives to come into being. 1991. 60 minutes.
VR 0842 The Astronomers: 6--Prospecting for Planets. PBS Video. Focuses on efforts to
discover other planetary systems and learn more about our own system. 1991. 60
minutes.
VR 0843 Meditation #1 and #2: Dialogue #17 and #18. Jiddu Krishnamurti and Allan
Anderson. A discussion on the many aspects of meditation. (2 tapes). 1974. 60
minutes.
VR 0845 The Adept Tradition in Europe: Rosicrucian, Cathar, and Contemporary Adeptic
Currents. Stephan Hoeller. A discussion of gnostic adeptship from the Middle Ages
onward, including the Cathars. 1994. 55 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10286 / $20.00).
VR 0846 Alexandrian Masters of Wisdom: Ancient Hermetic and Gnostic Adeptship.
Stephan Hoeller. Explores the Gnostic tradition with emphasis on ancient Greece and
Egypt. 1994. 40 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10285 /
$20.00).
VR 0847 In Search of the Possible Human. Jean Houston and William Metzger. Jean Houston
tells of early influences, her storytelling work worldwide, and the evolution of
consciousness. A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1994. 27 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10284 / $20.00).
VR 0848 The Mysteries: Ancient and Modern. John Algeo. A lecture looking at initiatory
aspects of the mystery tradition from ancient to modern times. 1994. 55 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10280 / $20.00).
VR 0849 Right Education for Children. Padmanabhan Krishna. Based on Krishnamurti's
ideas, Dr. Krishna discusses the kind of education our children need. 1994. 47
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10283 / $20.00).
VR 0850 Studies in the Key to Theosophy: Parts 3-4. Ralph Hannon. Part 3: Theosophy and
Science. Part 4: Theosophy and Education. Parts 1 and 2 were not recorded. (2 tapes).
1994. 60 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10291 / $30.00 set,
or $20.00 each).
VR 0852 A Human Search: The Life of Father Bede Griffiths. More Than Illusion Films.
Life of the Oxford scholar turned priest who spent 37 years in India bridging East and
West. 1993. 59 minutes.
VR 0853 Sedona: The Psychic Vortex Experience. Dick Sutphen. Sedona is considered an
area with four major vortexes of energy; this film explores these energy patterns.
1986. 65 minutes.
VR 0854 Mahabharat: Parts 1-47. B. R. Chopra and Ravi Chopra. A 47-part dramatic series
from India, depicting the Mahabharata. With English subtitles. 60 minutes each. (47
tapes). n.d.
VR 0855 Ramayan: Parts 1-26. Ramanand Sagar. A 26-part dramatic series from India,
depicting the story of the Ramayana. With English subtitles. 115 minutes each. (26
tapes). n.d.
VR 0856 Baraka: A World Beyond Words. Ron Fricke, Mark Magidson, and Bob Green.
Shimmering cinematography records the rhythms of nature and ritual to show human
connections with Earth. 1992. 96 minutes.
VR 0857 African Ritual and Initiation. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author
and African shaman Malidoma Patrice Some, who focuses on Dagara culture,
customs, and the life of a shaman, and describes how the Dagara people use ritual to
establish an ongoing relationship with the worlds of their ancestors and the spirits.
1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0858 Time and Transformation. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Peter
Russell, author of The White Hole in Time. Russell maintains that the human race is
the culmination of a continual progression toward greater self-awareness. 1994. 60
minutes.
VR 0859 The Simple and the Complex. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Murray Gell-Mann, the 1969 recipient of the Nobel Prize in physics for his work
which led to the discovery of the quark. They explore the relationship between the
world of everyday experience and the mysterious world of sub-atomic particles. 1994.
60 minutes.
VR 0860 The Planetary Birth. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author Barbara
Marx Hubbard, who forecasts the birth of a new sense of human consciousness:
awareness of the universal in all humanity. 1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0861 The Dreaming Universe. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author and
physicist Fred Alan Wolf, exploring issues such as dreams as an extension of
consciousness, the dreamtime of the Australian aborigines, and UFO sightings as part
of collective dreaming. 1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0862 The World's Philosophies. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author
Huston Smith on the religious and philosophical traditions of the West, South Asia,
and East Asia. 1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0863 Adventure of the Spirit. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews author
Richard Bach, who talks about his novels and the power of the imagination to affect
people's lives. 1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0864 Metaphysics and Modern Science. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Willis Harman, President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences, discussing the
metaphysical foundation of science. 1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0865 Unlocking Your Subconscious Wisdom. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Marcia Emery, who outlines a series of steps for activating the intuitive
mind and indicates how emotional factors can interfere with the intuitive process.
1994. 60 minutes.
VR 0866 Kalakshetra: Devotion to Dance. Centre Communications. A portrayal of
Kalakshetra Center for Dance, created by Rukmini Devi to preserve and promote
Indian dance, music, and culture. 1994. 48 minutes.
VR 0867 The Hermetic-Gnostic Roots of Theosophy: Parts 1-3. Stephan Hoeller. Explores
the Hermetic and Gnostic traditions and their relationship to Theosophy. (3 tapes).
1995. 160 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10316 / $45.00 set,
or $20.00 each).
VR 0871 Foundations of the Ageless Wisdom: Parts 1-5. Ed Abdill. A look at many
Theosophical theories from The Secret Doctrine and their useful application (1 tape).
1995. 127 minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#4493 /
$27.95). Also available in European PAL format (#4492 / $35.95). Study guide sold
separately (#241 / $6.00).
VR 0873 Theosophy as Experience: From Mystery to Mystical Consciousness. Stephan
Hoeller. The 1995 Founders address, given at the 109th Annual Meeting and Summer
School of the Theosophical Society in America, explores the need for finding
Theosophy within our own experience and traditions. 1995. 55 minutes. Purchase
from the Audio/Visual department (#10305 / $20.00).
VR 0874 The Objects Unveiled. Ed Abdill. An overview of the three objects of the
Theosophical Society; should their wording be changed to suit the times or not? 1995.
40 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10306 / $20.00).
VR 0875 Karma, Skandhas, and Personality. Shirley Nicholson. Shows how our personality is
made up from forces known as skandhas and how the skandhas create our karma.
1995. 39 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10307 / $20.00).
VR 0876 In Defense of Humans: Are Human Beings Still Important in the Cosmos? Stephan
Hoeller. An alternative view to radical environmentalism, which explores how
humans fit into nature. 1995. 60 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10309 / $20.00).
VR 0877 Introduction to the Study of The Secret Doctrine: Parts 1-5. Ed Abdill. A series
exploring basic concepts of Blavatsky's The Secret Doctrine. Available for sale as a
5-part set (2 tapes) or as individual parts. 1995. 161 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10310 / $50.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0879 Mandala: Luminous Symbols for Healing. Judith Cornell. The author is interviewed
about her work with mandalas and how they help deal with psycho-physical ailments.
A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 1996. 27 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#10321 / $20.00).
VR 0884 An Ordinary Person Seeks the Meaning of Life in Meeting with Extraordinary
People: Parts 1-2. William Elliott. Highlights about how the author wrote his book
Tying Rocks To Clouds. (1 tape). 1996. 90 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10322 / $30.00).
VR 0885 The Art of Dying: A Window into the Tibetan Way of Life. Inner Directions/Wisdom
Video Library. Majbritt Munck and Jon C. Jenson. Looks at the Tibetan's approach to
death, as revealed in scriptures and local customs and celebrations. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0886 The Making of a Modern Mystic. First Run Features. Andrew Harvey's spiritual
journey into the wisdom of Tibet. n.d. 59 minutes.
VR 0887 The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Wonderworks.
C. S. Lewis's story of four children who enter a magical world and, with the help of a
lion-king, battle evil. 1991. 165 minutes.
VR 0888 The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair. Wonderworks. C. S. Lewis's story of
children in Narnia who are sent on a journey by a lion-king to find a prince. 1988. 165
minutes.
VR 0889 The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian and the Voyage of the Dawn Treader.
Wonderworks. C. S. Lewis's story of four children who enter a magic land to rescue
six lords from a corrupt king. 1991. 165 minutes.
VR 0890 Vivekananda as We Saw Him. Vedanta Society. Vivekananda's life story through
photos, quotations, and reminiscences, and his life-work in the United States. 1988.
87 minutes.
VR 0891 The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success. Deepak Chopra. An interview with Dr. Chopra
outlines seven principles for developing pure potentiality and a better life. 1995. 80
minutes.
VR 0892 The Way of the Wizard: Reawakening the Magic in Everyday Life. Deepak Chopra.
Wizards, the wise ones within us, can be tapped to free us from the limits of worldly
dilemmas. 1995. 60 minutes.
VR 0893 The Tibetan Book of the Dead: Parts 1-2. Direct Cinema Ltd. Discusses the book
and the use of ritual to help the soul on its journey. (2 tapes). 1994. 90 minutes.
VR 0894 The Seven Rays Interpreted. TSG Publishing Foundation. Torkom Saraydarian. A
discussion and interpretation of the Seven Ray system with correlations to the Great
Invocation. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0895 The White Hole in Time. Global Brain Productions. Peter Russell. Sequel to The
Global Brain, exploring the evolutionary patterns behind the development of
civilization. 1989. 27 minutes.
VR 0896 Arising from Flames: Overcoming Anger through Patience. Mystic Fire Video.
Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. The Dalai Lama speaks about overcoming anger
and hatred to increase love and forgiveness. 1993. 60 minutes.
VR 0897 The Space in the Heart of the Lotus: Bede Griffiths, a Benedictine in India. Inner
Directions/Wisdom Video Library. Kurt Hoffman. Looks at how Bede Griffiths
blends the contemplative practices of Christianity and Hinduism. 1987. 83 minutes.
VR 0898 The Pyramids and the Cities of the Pharaohs. Questar Video. Computer art
reconstructs the monuments and cities of Egypt to show us the lives of these ancient
people. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 75 minutes.
VR 0899 Vision of the Medicine Wheel: Quest of the Earth Keepers. Four Directions
Productions. Sun Bear. The 56th Vision of the Medicine Wheel Gathering works
toward insight surrounding native prophecies. 1992. 60 minutes.
VR 0900 The Five Rites of Rejuvenation. Peter Kelder. Yoga-style exercises help promote
more energy, mental clarity, and agility. Includes booklet. 1991. 45 minutes.
VR 0901 Egypt--Quest for Immortality: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Computer art and ancient writings show the texture of life and life after death for the
ancient Egyptians. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0902 Maya--The Blood of Kings: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Exploring archaeological ruins shows us the heart of Mayan life and clues to its
sudden demise. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0903 Mesopotamia--Return to Eden: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Once known as the Garden of Eden, science looks for clues that this paradise once
existed. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0904 Aegean--Legacy of Atlantis: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Legend and history are key as archaeologists unearth new data about this early
civilization. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0905 Greece--A Moment of Excellence: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
This video focuses on Athens, the intellectual and aesthetic inspiration for Western
society, and its lessons for us. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0906 China--Dynasties of Power: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video. The
highlights of ancient dynasties reveal both the opulent splendor and the savage
hardships of China's past. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0907 Rome--The Ultimate Empire: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Shows life in and around the heart of a great empire, and what it means to live as an
ancient Roman. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0908 Africa--A History Denied: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
Africans rediscover their own past from willful misinterpretation by early
ethnophobic Europeans. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0909 Inca--Secrets of the Ancestors: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video.
The Incas' sophisticated tradition is explored as science unravels clues to this once
dominant culture. Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0910 Tibet--The End of Time: Time Life's Lost Civilizations. Time Life Video. A look at
the life of Tibet and the tremendous changes taking place in the Shangri-la of Asia.
Narrated by Sam Waterston. 1995. 48 minutes.
VR 0911 Awaken to the Eternal: Nisargadatta Maharaj--A Journey of Self Discovery.
Wisdom Video Library. This sage from Bombay discusses truth and freedom.
Includes interviews with Jack Kornfield, Jean Dunn, and others. 1995. 56 minutes.
VR 0912 Discovering Everyday Spirituality: Story. PBS Video. Thomas Moore. Stories have
the power to heal and to set us free. They can help us nurture the sacred in our life.
1995. 45 minutes.
VR 0913 Discovering Everyday Spirituality: Place. PBS Video. Thomas Moore. By paying
attention to our homes and neighborhoods, we can discover the spiritual geography of
our lives. 1995. 45 minutes.
VR 0914 Discovering Everyday Spirituality: Activity. PBS Video. Thomas Moore. Insights
into how routine chores can be part of the sacredness found in everyday life. 1995. 45
minutes.
VR 0915 Discovering Everyday Spirituality: Ritual. PBS Video. Thomas Moore. How the
sacredness of everyday life can be experienced by noting the rhythm and order of life
in ritual. 1995. 45 minutes.
VR 0916 Hand to Hand, Heart to Heart: Dances of Universal Peace in the Holy Land.
Peaceworks International Network for the Dances of Universal Peace. Anahata P.
Moore. Dance and music can bring peoples together for a common concern as shown
in this program. 1995. 64 minutes.
VR 0917 T'ai Chi Chuan: An Appreciation. Seven Star Communications. Hua-Ching Ni.
Three classic Taoist styles of T'ai Chi movement are shown: Gentle Path, Sky
Journey, and Infinite Expansion. 1986. 30 minutes.
VR 0918 Body, Mind, and Soul: The Mystery and the Magic: Parts 1-2. Deepak Chopra. An
introduction to Dr. Chopra's teachings which combine India's Ayurveda with Western
medicine. (2 tapes). 1995. 120 minutes.
VR 0920 The Art of Being Fully Human. PBS Video. Leo Buscaglia. This video examines our
emotional experiences with tools for sharing, loving, and living life to the fullest.
1979. 55 minutes.
VR 0921 The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God. PBS Video. Ken Burns. Gives a
portrait of this unique American religion known for its pacifism, feminism, and
natural healing. 1989. 58 minutes.
VR 0922 Therapeutic Touch: The Vision and the Reality. Nurse Healers-Professional
Associates. Demonstrates the techniques and practices of Therapeutic Touch. 1995.
19 minutes.
VR 0923 The Wisdom of Faith: Hinduism and Buddhism. Films for the Humanities and
Sciences. Huston Smith. Smith discusses the two religions to come out of India
through his personal experiences with each. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0924 The Wisdom of Faith: Confucianism. Films for the Humanities and Sciences.
Huston Smith. Smith, born in China, shares intimate experiences of the Chinese
emphasis on religions. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0925 The Wisdom of Faith: Christianity and Judaism. Films for the Humanities and
Sciences. Huston Smith. Smith explains how the Western mind can find greater
spiritual meaning behind religion. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0926 The Wisdom of Faith: Islam. Films for the Humanities and Sciences. Huston Smith.
Smith dispels misconceptions about Islam and explores the mystical side of this
religion--Sufism. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0927 The Wisdom of Faith: A Personal Philosophy. Films for the Humanities and
Sciences. Huston Smith. A synthesis of Smith's life, with reflections on how all
religions explain virtues that are important to us all. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0928 Plato's Cave. Pyramid Film and Video. Arthur Gold. A dramatization of the cave
allegory from Plato's Republic. 1974. 20 minutes.
VR 0929 Discovering the Feminine. More Than Illusion Films. Bede Griffiths. Explains how a
severe illness changed Bede Griffiths's views on love, duality, and the feminine
aspects of life. 1993. 32 minutes.
VR 0930 The Wisdom of a Prophet: Parts 1-2. More Than Illusion Films. Bede Griffiths. Two
lectures on modern science and spirituality, Christian mysticism, and Hindu Advaita.
(1 tape). 1992. 136 minutes.
VR 0931 Beatrice Wood: Mama of Dada. Wild Wolf Productions. Tom Neff. Explores the
life, the loves, and influences of America's most celebrated ceramicist. 1993. 55
minutes.
VR 0932 Special People: Beatrice Wood. Pro Video News Service Production. Joel Parks.
Known as the "Mama of the Dadaists," Wood is a Theosophist and America's most
celebrated ceramicist. 1996. 28 minutes.
VR 0933 You Are the Miracle: Exploring the Creative Process. Andrea Simmons. Simmons
talks to five creative people: Beatrice Wood, James Hubbell, Vivika and Otto Heino,
and Al Struckus. 1994. 120 minutes.
VR 0934 Ramakrishna: A Documentary. Vedanta Society of St Louis. Ramakrishna's life and
message "As many faiths, so many paths" is told through slides and film clips. 1990.
78 minutes.
VR 0935 Abhishiktananda: An Interior Voyage. Wisdom Video Library. Father Le Saux went
to India to experience Eastern philosophy in the context of Christian belief. 1984. 87
minutes.
VR 0936 The Best of Alan Watts. Hartley Film Foundation. The best sequences from seven
films of Watts produced by the Hartley Foundation. n.d. 60 minutes.
VR 0937 Ultimate Concerns: Part 1--Suffering and Injustice: Is Life Fair? TS-Pasadena
and ULT. A joint Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the
World's Religions on justice from a Theosophical viewpoint. 1994. 87 minutes.
VR 0938 Ultimate Concerns: Part 2--Why Do We Die? TS-Pasadena and ULT. A joint
Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions on
death from a Theosophical perspective. 1994. 104 minutes.
VR 0939 Theosophy and the Critical Issues: 1--Human Communities and Universal
Brotherhood. TS-Pasadena and ULT. A joint Theosophical session presented at the
1993 Parliament of the World's Religions on communities and how Theosophy can
influence the way we live together. 1994. 86 minutes.
VR 0940 Theosophy and the Critical Issues: 2--Earth and Environment. TS-Pasadena and
ULT. A joint Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's
Religions on environmental issues from a Theosophical viewpoint. 1994. 90 minutes.
VR 0941 Theosophy and the Critical Issues: 3--Science, Technology, and Human Values.
TS-Pasadena and ULT. A joint Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament
of the World's Religions on how we can incorporate Theosophical ideas into scientific
and technological topics. 1994. 85 minutes.
VR 0942 Theosophy and the Critical Issues: 4--Economics and Politics. TS-Pasadena and
ULT. A joint Theosophical session presented at the 1993 Parliament of the World's
Religions on economics and politics from a Theosophical perspective. 1994. 87
minutes.
VR 0943 Mindwalk: A Film for Passionate Thinkers. Paramount Pictures. Liv Ullman, Sam
Waterston, and John Heard. A dramatization of the issues found in Fritjof Capra's
book The Turning Point, set at Mont St. Michel, France. 1991. 110 minutes.
VR 0944 I'm Dead! Now What? Parts 1-3. Richard Brooks. A series exploring religious and
Theosophical theories on life after death. (1 tape). 1996. 80 minutes. Purchase from
the Audio/Visual department (#10333 / $30.00).
VR 0945 Theosophy--Tradition, Revelation, Innovation. Joy Mills. The 1996 Founders
address given at the 110th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical
Society in America. 1996. 28 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#10336 / $20.00).
VR 0946 Is the Member's Freedom in Opposition to the Society's Unity? Radha Burnier. The
international President of the Theosophical Society looks at the relationship between
freedom and unity in the Society. 1996. 26 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#10337 / $20.00).
VR 0947 Giving as Spiritual Practice. Ben Ward. Giving of oneself can take many forms.
Here, tithing is discussed in relation to Theosophical work. 1996. 33 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10338 / $20.00).
VR 0948 Universal Ethics in Today's World. Radha Burnier. Are there ethics that can be
applied to people all over the world, and not just to one culture? 1996. 29 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10340 / $20.00).
VR 0950 The Four Noble Truths: Parts 1-4. Mystic Fire Video. Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin
Gyatso. Each program covers one of the four noble truths of Buddha which are the
core teachings of Buddhism. (4 tapes). 1997. 240 minutes.
VR 0951 The World of Buckminster Fuller. Mystic Fire Video. Robert Snyder. A close-up
view of a Renaissance man who sought the principles of nature to create a sustainable
life on earth. 1971. 85 minutes.
VR 0952 The Transformation of Man: Parts 1-2. Mystic Fire Video. Jiddu Krishnamurti,
David Bohm, and David Shainberg. Discussions on the delusions, assumptions, and
thinking patterns that keep us from transforming consciousness. (2 tapes). 1995. 240
minutes.
VR 0953 People of the Seventh Fire. Mystic Fire Video. Pierre Hoffman. Our lives and the
environment are connected as one life; a discussion by Native Americans. 1995. 53
minutes.
VR 0954 Secret Egypt. Mystic Fire Video. Sheldon Rochlin and Maxine Harris. A trance
journey to the heart and soul of the Egyptian people. Includes Sufi poetry of Rumi.
1995. 50 minutes.
VR 0955 The Tao of Practice: Exercises and Imagery for Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul.
Mystic Fire Video. George Leonard. A human potential pioneer leads the viewer
through exercises for healing and transformation at all levels. 1995. 58 minutes.
VR 0956 Spontaneous Healing. Inner Dimension. Andrew Weil. Western medical techniques
can be combined with our body's own natural healing system for better care. 1995. 72
minutes.
VR 0957 Sunyata-Kenosis--The Arising of Universal Compassion in the Spiritual Journey:
Parts 1-3. Monastic-Interreligious Dialogue. From the 1993 Parliament of the
World's Religions, Catholic and Buddhist monks discuss emptiness. (3 tapes). 1995.
154 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10300 / $45.00 set, or
$20.00 each).
VR 0958 Healing Words, Healing Practices. Herbert Benson. The Body/Mind Institute at
Harvard University looks at the relation between our thoughts and the healing body.
1996. 35 minutes.
VR 0959 Metamorphosis: A Trialogue on Chaos and the World Soul. Mystic Fire Video.
Rupert Sheldrake, Terence McKenna, and Ralph Abraham. Three pioneers in chaos,
biology, and consciousness go to the edge of matter, meaning, and the soul. 1995. 80
minutes.
VR 0960 The Enneagram and Self-Realization. Eli Jaxon-Bear. Describes how each fixation
masks the true essence of our self-realization. 1994. 65 minutes.
VR 0961 The Quantum Universe. Smithsonian World. Examines how 20th-century physics
has shaken science to its core with new theories. 1996. 58 minutes.
VR 0962 7 Experiments that Could Change the World. Rupert Sheldrake. See how these
simple experiments can be used by all for discovering life's many mysteries. 1996. 60
minutes.
VR 0963 Radiant Life: Meditations and Visions of Hildegard of Bingen. Lauren Artress.
Powerful music and lyrics of this 12th century Benedictine abbess/mystic of the
Rhineland. 1996. 40 minutes.
VR 0964 Reincarnation: Coming Home. Vladimir Kabelik. Explores with ancient texts and
modern psychology the periodic appearance of the soul in matter. 1994. 48 minutes.
VR 0965 Web of Life. Smithsonian World. Molecular genetics and the ethical dilemmas that
arise from our exploration into the heart of biology. 1996. 58 minutes.
VR 0966 Apu Trilogy: Pather Panchali. Satyajit Ray. The first chapter of this trilogy
introduces Apu and his family to the trials of Indian life. Bengali with English
subtitles. 1952. 113 minutes.
VR 0967 Apu Trilogy: Aparajito. Satyajit Ray. The second chapter of this trilogy follows Apu
into the city where he finds adventures in Indian life. Bengali with English subtitles.
1956. 113 minutes.
VR 0968 Apu Trilogy: The World of Apu. Satyajit Ray. The third chapter of this trilogy shows
Apu's difficult life changing because of an unusual lady he will marry. Bengali with
English subtitles. 1959. 106 minutes.
VR 0969 Who Am I? Why Am I Here? Wellspring Media. Thomas Moore. Moore shows us
how different religions strive to solve these two questions. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 0970 Therapeutic Touch: A Home Study Course for Family Caregivers. National League
for Nursing. Janet Quinn. Dr. Quinn leads us through a simple step-by-step process
that everyone can use to be effective in Therapeutic Touch. 1996. 65 minutes.
VR 0971 The Inner Art of Meditation. Jack Kornfield. A beginner's course in four
meditations, with an introduction to the practice of insight meditation. 1996. 90
minutes.
VR 0972 Philosophical Teachings in The Mahatma Letters: Volumes 1-6. Joy Mills. Some
essential philosophical ideals of Theosophy from the teachers of H. P. Blavatsky. (6
tapes). 1996. 360 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11082 /
$60.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0973 The Way of Transformation: Jung, Taoism, and Light on the Path. Joyce McDavid.
A look at how to change ourselves for greater spiritual endeavors, from the
perspective of Theosophy and Jung. 1997. 30 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#11094 / $20.00).
VR 0974 Searching for God in America: His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama. Hugh Hewitt.
Explores Buddhism's rapid growth and value in the Western world. 1996. 30 minutes.
VR 0975 Searching for God in America: Dr. Seyyed Nasr. Hugh Hewitt. Dr. Nasr has devoted
himself to helping the West understand Islam, a much misunderstood faith. 1996. 30
minutes.
VR 0976 Searching for God in America: Rabbi Harold Kushner. Hugh Hewitt. Rabbi
Kushner discusses his individual relationship to God and how he meets challenges to
his faith. 1996. 30 minutes.
VR 0977 Is There Something Beyond Thought? Ojai, California 1985 #2. Jiddu
Krishnamurti. One of the last talks given by Krishnamurti in Ojai, California, before
his death in 1986. 1985. 30 minutes.
VR 0978 Gematria and the Book of Dzyan. Doss McDavid. Phrases in the Stanzas of Dzyan
are given number equivalents to reveal surprising results. 1996. 40 minutes. Purchase
from the Audio/Visual department (#11099 / $20.00).
VR 0979 The Yoga of Knowledge, Devotion, and Action: Volumes 1-3. Radha Burnier.
Discusses three aspects of yoga practice as means of fulfilling one's spiritual practice.
(3 tapes). 1996. 180 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11100 /
$45.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 0980 Francesco. Liliana Cavani. An Italian film, starring Mickey Rourke, about the life
and work of Saint Francis of Assisi. 1994. 105 minutes.
VR 0981 8 Pieces of Silk: Balance and Increase Your Energy with Qigong Movement. Renee
Ryan. Exercise movements help to release energy flows in the body to increase
balance and health. 1994. 38 minutes.
VR 0982 Molly Fox's Yoga: Yoga Stretches and Relaxes. Molly Fox. Yoga exercises that tone
muscles and dissolve away stress and tension while energizing. 1993. 40 minutes.
VR 0983 Renee Taylor's Intermediate Yoga. Renee Taylor. Learn deep rhythmic breathing
techniques to reduce tension and boost energy levels. n.d. 48 minutes.
VR 0984 Matter of Heart. Carl G. Jung. A portrait of this humanist, healer, friend, and mentor.
A loving consideration of Jung's life. 1991. 107 minutes.
VR 0985 Interfaith Harmony and Understanding: Why the Parliament? Robert Muller. Key
talk at the 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions on solving problems of the 21st
century. 1995. 34 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#10299 /
$20.00).
VR 0986 Mythos: Psyche and Symbol. Joseph Campbell. How myths emerge from the
unconscious and evolve to guide individuals through life. 1996. 54 minutes.
VR 0987 Mythos: The Spirit Land. Joseph Campbell. Explores the myths and rituals of Native
Americans and how these are helpful through life's trials. 1996. 54 minutes.
VR 0988 Mythos: On Being Human. Joseph Campbell. What do we share in common with the
animal world? How are we different? These are explored. 1996. 54 minutes.
VR 0989 Mythos: From Goddesses to God. Joseph Campbell. As hunter-gatherers settled,
myths of the goddess were supplanted by war-like male deities. 1996. 54 minutes.
VR 0990 Mythos: The Mystical Life. Joseph Campbell. Looks beyond the Judaic tradition for
other forces shaping the Western world. 1996. 54 minutes.
VR 0991 The Role of the Physical, Mental, and Emotional Bodies in Healing. Dora Kunz.
Well-known healer and co-founder of Therapeutic Touch discusses healing from the
energetic perspective. 1997. 47 minutes.
VR 0992 The Book of Co-Creation. Barbara Marx Hubbard. Hubbard and friends discuss
"Revelations," the final chapter of Hubbard's book, The Book of
Co-Creation. 1991. 90 minutes.
VR 0993 From Information to Wisdom? Smithsonian World. In the modern information era
our job is to better distinguish between information, wisdom, and true knowledge.
1996. 58 minutes.
VR 0994 The Edgar Cayce Legacy: An Introduction to the Work of the Best Documented
Psychic of All Time. Association for Research and Enlightenment. Edgar Cayce
Foundation. The story of one of this century's most renowned psychics. 1994. 30
minutes.
VR 0995 Women Initiates--Do They Exist? Carol Ward. Why don't we hear more about
female adepts and sages? What do Theosophical writings say about women initiates?
1997. 35 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11115 / $20.00).
VR 0996 Daily Life as Spiritual Practice. Ravi Ravindra. Everyday life is full of struggle.
Learning how to act freely, with intensity and clarity of vision is the key. 1997. 35
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11116 / $20.00).
VR 0997 Door of Compassion. Thich Nhat Hanh. An illuminating interview with the
Vietnamese Zen Master, who provides methods for learning mindfulness. 1997. 43
minutes.
VR 0998 Qigong. Ken Cohen. An internationally renowned health educater and qigong master
leads the viewer through a simple four-part workout. 1996. 90 minutes.
VR 0999 Chi Kung: The Healing Workout. Jerry Alan Johnson. A master instructor of
medical Chi Kung guides the viewer through simple, yet powerful exercises in a
video hosted by John Saxon. 1996. 43 minutes.
VR 1000 David Carradine's Tai Chi Workout. David Carradine. A series of low-impact
exercises that increase energy. 1993. 58 minutes.
VR 1001 T'ai Chi for Health: Yang Short Form. Terence Dunn. A complete introduction to
the Yang Short Form of Tai Chi. 1997. 120 minutes.
VR 1002 T'ai Chi for Health: Yang Long Form. Terence Dunn. A complete introduction to
the Yang Long Form of Tai Chi. 1997. 120 minutes.
VR 1003 Abide as the Self: The Essential Teachings of Ramana Maharshi. Ram Dass. An
introduction to the path of self-knowledge through the teachings of Ramana
Maharshi. Narrated by Ram Dass. 1997. 62 minutes.
VR 1004 Feng Shui Today. Jami Lin. This Feng Shui pioneer shows how to integrate interior
design with self-development. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1005 Alchemy: The Art of Spiritual Transformation. Deepak Chopra. This dramatic
interpretation of King Arthur's search for the Holy Grail serves as a teaching tool in
Deepak Chopra's exploration of transformation. 1996. 78 minutes.
VR 1006 Exploration into Consciousness: An Interview with Deepak Chopra. Deepak
Chopra. In this interview Dr. Chopra reveals his ideas about mind/body medicine.
1995. 35 minutes.
VR 1007 The Fountain of Youth: Five Tibetan Exercises for Rejuvenation. Alima Cameron
and Zeno Coleman. Exercises intended to slow down, or even reverse, the aging
process. 1995. 32 minutes.
VR 1008 Yoga Practice for Energy. Yoga Journal. Rodney Yee guides the viewer through five
yoga practices that follow the cycle of the sun from sunrise to sunset. 1992. 60
minutes.
VR 1009 Life After Life. Raymond Moody. The journey we take at the instant of death is an
ancient mystery. Share the experience of those who have been there and returned.
1992. 57 minutes.
VR 1010 Swedenborg: The Man Who Had to Know. Swedenborg Foundation. Dramatic
Biography of the visionary scientist, theologian, and inventor Emanuel Swedenborg
(1688-1772). Narrated by Eddie Albert, with a cameo appearance by actress Lillian
Gish. 1978. 30 minutes.
VR 1011 Kabbalah. Ben Ward. Learn how you can use the tree of life from the Kabbalah as a
tool to greater spiritual awareness. Illustrated. 1997. 33 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#11133 / $20.00).
VR 1012 Mythos: The Inward Path. Joseph Campbell. Traces the development of the idea of
spiritual emancipation from the early Indus Valley through the Vedic literature to the
Upanishads. Explains the concept of Nirvana. 1997. 57 minutes.
VR 1013 Mythos: The Enlightened One. Joseph Campbell. Uses stories of Buddha's life and
enlightenment to reflect the essence of Buddhist religion. Explains the difference
between Theraveda (Hinayana) and Mahayana Buddhism. 1997. 57 minutes.
VR 1014 Mythos: Our Eternal Selves. Joseph Campbell. An introduction to the systems of
yoga that grew out of mainstream India, showing how the Eastern way of perceiving
consciousness is very different from the Western view. 1997. 54 minutes.
VR 1015 Mythos: The Way to Illumination. Joseph Campbell. Explains the full system of
Kundalini yoga, the seven chakras or centers of psychic energy, and makes
comparisons with Western psychology. 1997. 57 minutes.
VR 1016 Mythos: The Experience of God. Joseph Campbell. Uses the Tibetan Book of the
Dead to show how Tibetan Buddhists turn the ritual experience of death into a
spiritual exercise. Reveals how the Eastern tradition reaches its most profound
expression in Tibetan Buddhism. 1997. 55 minutes.
VR 1017 Universes Within: Theosophical Reflections on the World's Religions. Robert
Ellwood. The 1997 Founders address, given at the 111th Annual Meeting and
Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, examines some of the more
interesting aspects of mainstream religion from the Theosophical perspective. 1997.
31 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11139 / $20.00).
VR 1018 Is Religion Really the Cause of Two-Thirds of the World's Evil? Robert Ellwood.
Looks at the factual bases, or lack thereof, of this controversial statement from The
Mahatma Letters to A. P. Sinnett. 1997. 35 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#11140 / $20.00).
VR 1019 Labyrinth: The History of the Maze. New River Media. A journey with maze
designer Adrian Fisher through the fascinating and complex world of labyrinths.
1996. 59 minutes.
VR 1020 Nikola Tesla: The Genius Who Lit the World. Nikola Tesla Society and Nikola
Tesla Museum, Belgrade. This documentary film shows some of Tesla's major
achievements in the fields of electrical engineering, radio, and robotics. Narrated by
Dean Monroe. 1995. 43 minutes.
VR 1021 Carl Gustav Jung: Artist of the Soul. Mystic Fire Video. Based on Carl Gustav
Jung's autoBiography, this film uncovers some of the most intimate facets of his life
through interviews with his daughters and grandson and pertinent visual material.
1997. 55 minutes.
VR 1022 Stephen Hawking's Universe: Volumes 1-3. Stephen Hawking. 1. The Big Bang; 2.
On the Dark Side; 3. Black Holes and Beyond. A presentation of the latest advances
in cosmological thought. Six programs on three tapes. 1997. 360 minutes.
VR 1023 Before I Die: Medical Care and Personal Choices. PBS Video. A Fred Friendly
Seminar, exploring the issues surrounding death and dying in America. Moderator:
Arthur R. Miller. Includes viewer's guide. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1024 The Good Heart--A Buddhist Perspective on the Teachings of Jesus: Parts 1-4.
Dalai Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. A historic discussion at the 1994 John Main
Seminar in London. Examines well-known passages from each of the four Christian
Gospels. (4 tapes). 1997. 404 minutes.
VR 1025 Mother Teresa: A Life of Devotion. A & E Home Video. A portrait of Mother Teresa
through interviews with those who knew her. A program in the A & E Biography
series. 1997. 50 minutes.
VR 1026 Confucius: Words of Wisdom. A & E Home Video. The story of Confucius, the
ancient sage with timeless messages. A program in the A & E Biography series. 1997.
50 minutes.
VR 1027 A Course in Miracles: Spiritual Principles of Love and Wisdom. Marianne
Williamson, Gerald Jampolsky, and Kenneth Wapnick. A documentary showing how
A Course in Miracles came into being. Includes dramatized segments of the visions
and dreams that led to the writing of the course and accounts of how people are using
the course. 1997. 55 minutes.
VR 1028 Harmony in Diversity: How to Move from Conflict to Compassion. Dalai Lama
XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. A talk given at New York's Cathedral of St. John the Divine,
offering a vision of the universal harmony that awaits in the celebration of diversity.
1997. 50 minutes.
VR 1029 Fractals: The Colors of Infinity. Films for the Humanities and Sciences. Interviews
with noted mathematicians, including Benoit Mandelbrot, about the Mandelbrot set.
Includes graphic illustrations showing how simple formulas can lead to complicated
results. Narration: Arthur C. Clarke. 1997. 52 minutes.
VR 1030 Civilisation: Parts 1-13. Kenneth Clark. This celebrated BBC television series
focuses on humankind's most glorious achievements in architecture, art, philosophy,
literature, and music. Consists of 13 programs (50 minutes each) on 7 tapes. 1969.
650 minutes.
VR 1031 The Energetics of Healing: Parts 1-2. Caroline Myss. Shows how our thoughts
affect the energy system of our bodies; discusses chakras and their unseen role in a
fully integrated life; states seven sacred principles for living a spiritual life every day.
(2 tapes). 1997. 189 minutes.
VR 1032 In Search of History: The Greek Gods. A & E Television. A sweeping look at the
legendary gods of ancient Greece, with footage of some of the most beautiful artwork
ever created. As shown on the History Channel. 1998. 50 minutes.
VR 1033 The Role of a Flower: J. Krishnamurti. Krishnamurti Foundation. A British
television program produced during the Brockwood talks of 1985. Contains
interviews with people attending the talks, an interview with Krishnamurti, and
historical footage of his early life. 1985. 27 minutes.
VR 1034 Brockwood Talk #4, 1985. Jiddu Krishnamurti. A talk about the nature of the brain
and the possibility for transformation through right thinking. 1985. 68 minutes.
VR 1035 Saanen, Switzerland, Talk #1, 1984. Jiddu Krishnamurti. If all time is now, what is
action? Discusses how all our actions are shaped and controlled by our past and by
our ideals of the future. 1984.
VR 1036 Spectrasphere. Barbara Mitchell. Brilliant kaleidoscopic imagery unfolds in three
different visual suites set to music. Suitable for meditation and stress reduction. 1991.
30 minutes.
VR 1037 Mysteries of the Tarot: Volume 1--The Major Arcana. John Goelz. Reveals the
mysteries of the Tarot in an easy to understand and fun manner. 1996. 80 minutes.
VR 1038 The Riddle of the Dead Sea Scrolls: Mysteries of the Bible Unravelled. Richard
Cassidy. A documentary film probing the mystical and supernatural elements of the
Bible, explaining them in rational terms accessible to everyone. Writer/narrator:
Rowan Ayers. A volume in the Discovery Collector's Edition. 1992. 80 minutes.
VR 1039 Dialogues--A Series of Conversations on the Crucial Issues of Our Times: Parts
1-5. Richard D. Heffner and Elie Wiesel. A discussion of the critical issues of our
changing times, exploring the moral responsibilities of the individual in meeting these
challenges. Ten programs on 5 tapes: 1. Am I My Brother's Keeper? 2. The Use and
Misuse of Memory; 3. Nationalism and World Peace; 4. Taking Life: An Act of
Mercy? 5. Political Correctness; 6. Genetic Engineering; 7. Religions and Politics; 8.
The Intellectual in Our Lives; 9. Capital Punishment; 10. The Role of the State. 1997.
267 minutes.
VR 1040 Cymatics: The Healing Nature of Sound. Hans Jenny. A 3-part video including:
Bringing Matter to Life with Sound, by Dr. Hans Jenny (28 min); Interview of Dr.
Peter Guy Mannes, by Jonathan Goldman (28 min); Demonstration of the Cymatic
Applicator (23 min). A stunning array of images resulting from actual sound
frequencies, with explanations of how audible sound can be used for healing. 1986.
79 minutes.
VR 1041 Waldorf Education: A Vision of Wholeness. Hagens Recording Studio. An
introduction to the Waldorf movement in North America. Sponsored by the
Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. 1996. 16 minutes.
VR 1042 Reflexology: The Timeless Art of Self Healing. Ann Gillanders. A relaxing,
entertaining, and easy guide to foot reflexology with step-by-step demonstrations.
1997. 75 minutes.
VR 1043 Accessing the Mystic: Regaining a Sense of the Sacred. Matthew Fox and Rupert
Sheldrake. Science and spirituality converge when biologist Rupert Sheldrake and
Matthew Fox, founder of the Creation Spirituality movement, meet for a
thought-provoking discourse on the practical aspects of mysticism and the attainment
of higher levels of consciousness. 1998. 120 minutes.
VR 1044 Mindful Movements. Thich Nhat Hanh. Gentle contemplative exercises with the
monks and nuns of Plum Village, Thich Nhat Hanh's community in France. 1998. 38
minutes.
VR 1045 Simple Choices, Powerful Changes. Dean Ornish. Simple choices in diet and
lifestyle can cause powerful changes in our health and well-being. A program in the
public television series Love and Survival. 1998. 76 minutes.
VR 1046 The Nature of Space and Time: Tapes 1-3. Stephen Hawking and Roger Penrose.
Videotapes of lectures given in April and May 1994. Tape 1: Classical Theory, by S.
Hawking; Structure of Spacetime Singularities, by R. Penrose. Tape 2: Quantum
Black Holes, by S. Hawking; Spacetime and Quantum Theory, by R. Penrose. Tape 3:
Quantum Cosmology, by S. Hawking; The Twister View of Spacetime, by R.
Penrose; The Debate. (3 tapes). 1995. 445 minutes.
VR 1047 Wisdom, Knowledge, and Belief. Richard Brooks. The 1998 Founders address, given
at the 112th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in
America, examines the distinctions between wisdom, knowledge, and belief. 1998. 31
minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11172 / $20.00).
VR 1048 Yoga and the Teaching of Krishna. Ravi Ravindra. The speaker explores how
Krishna's instructions to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita are relavant to the human
dilemmas of today. 1998. 30 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#11174 / $20.00).
VR 1049 Harmonizing the Human and the Divine in Ourselves. Joy Mills. Explores how
Theosophy can be applied in our everyday lives. 1998. 29 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#11175 / $20.00).
VR 1050 Fairy Tale: A True Story. Paramount Pictures. A movie based on the events
surrounding the Cottingley photographs as described by Edward L. Gardner in his
book Fairies and by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in his book The Coming of
the Fairies. 1997. 99 minutes.
VR 1051 Walking between the Worlds: Parts 1-2. Gregg Braden. A journey between the
worlds of outer technology, our inventions and material achievements, and inner
technology, our highest potential as human beings. Based on Braden's book of the
same title. (2 tapes). 1997. 120 minutes.
VR 1052 Earth under Fire: Understanding Mythology as the Science of the Past. Paul
LaViolette. Myths passed down though the ages are not just simple stories or legends,
but may be windows into the fate of our planet. Dr. LaViolette blends mythology and
sophisticated scientific inquiry to show that the Earth is periodically visited by a
celestial catastrophe which significantly affects the planet's environment and its
inhabitants. 1998. 53 minutes.
VR 1053 William Blake. Films for the Humanities and Sciences. Peter Ackroyd, Blake's latest
biographer, explores late-Georgian London, examines Blake's artistic achievement,
and assesses his continuing appeal. 1995. 52 minutes.
VR 1054 Gandhi: Pilgrim of Peace. A & E Home Video. A portrait of the man who proved
that violence is not the only road to change. Includes a rare interview with the Dalai
Lama. A program in the A & E Biography series. 1997. 50 minutes.
VR 1055 Sanatan Dharma: Pilgrimage to the Source of Eternal Wisdom. Harry DeLigter
Productions. A passionate report of a religious endeavor in the idyllic and beautiful
foothills of the Himalayas. A personal documentary from within an ashram founded
by Indian saint Hairakhan Baba (Babaji). 1992. 45 minutes.
VR 1056 Peace is Every Step: Meditation in Action--The Life and Work of Thich Nhat
Hanh. Mystic Fire Video. A full range profile of the life and work of noted Buddhist
monk, scholar, peace activist, and poet Thich Nhat Hanh. Narrated by Ben Kingsley.
1997. 52 minutes.
VR 1057 Touching Peace: An Evening with Thich Nhat Hanh. Mystic Fire Video. Thich
Nhat Hanh speaks before a live audience on community building, connecting with
your roots, arriving in each moment, and learning true love. 1997. 90 minutes.
VR 1058 Yoga Practice for Meditation. Yoga Journal. Rodney Yee. Five easy-to-use sessions
that support the viewer in developing a meditation practice and help with challenges
commonly encountered: bodily tension, improper posture, and restricted breathing.
1996. 60 minutes.
VR 1059 The Mountain of the Lord. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Recounts the
forty-year history of the building of the Salt Lake Temple. Includes views of the
interior of the Temple, which is not open to visitors. 1993. 73 minutes.
VR 1060 Archetypal Forms and Forces. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
anthropologist Angeles Arrien on human archetypal energies and ways we can
activate them. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1061 Archetypal Psychology. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Jungian analyst Jean Shenoda Bolen. Bolen suggests that the images of the
ancient deities represent powerful projections of the human psyche and that by
studying the myths of the gods we can learn about ourselves and face the truth of our
lives. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 1062 Embodying Buddhism. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews psychologist
and Buddhist meditation teacher Sylvia Boorstein on the essence of the Eightfold Path
and the Four Noble Truths. She centers on the concept of Vipassana (mindfulness)
meditation. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 1063 Cosmology and Consciousness. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Daniel Matt, a professor of Jewish spirituality, on the core teachings of Jewish
Kabbalistic mysticism. Matt describves the qualities that connect the divine being to
the human being. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1064 The Source of Consciousness. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Rabbi
Lawrence Kushner on the underlying unity of all religious traditions. Kushner sees
God as the source of synchronicities and coincidences in our lives and discusses the
unity with God as the goal of religion. 1996. 60 minutes.
VR 1065 The Spiritual Universe. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Fred Alan
Wolf on the nature of human consciousness, its relationship to the brain and to the
world of dreaming. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1066 The Web of Life. Thinking Allowed. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews Fritjof Capra on
new approaches to the understanding of living systems, incorporating systems theory,
complexity theory, chaos theory, and the Gaia hypothesis. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1067 Imagery in Healing. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews psychologist Jeanne Achterberg on the theory and practice of using mental
imagery to effect body functions for the purpose of healing. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 1068 The Seat of the Soul. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Gary Zukav on the concept of the soul as the vehicle for spiritual growth
and ways for facilitating the growth of the soul. 1992. 90 minutes.
VR 1069 The Unity of Man and Nature. Thinking Allowed - InnerWork Videotape. Jeffrey
Mishlove interviews Rolling Thunder, a Cherokee Indian medicine man. Rolling
Thunder contrasts the Indian way of life of attunement with nature with the notion of
mankind as dominator over nature. 1988. 90 minutes.
VR 1070 The Essence of Religion. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Swami Dayananda, Charlene Spretnak, David Steindl-Rast, and Stephen
Mitchell on various aspects of religion and spirituality. 1992. 120 minutes.
VR 1071 Living Your Myths. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Jean Houston, Jean Shinoda Bolen, June Singer, and Lorna Catford on the role of
myth and mythology in our lives. 1992. 120 minutes.
VR 1072 Opening to Intuition. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove interviews
Kevin Ryerson, Jon Klimo, William Kautz, and Frances Vaughan on various kinds of
intuition in relation to the conscious and the unconscious mind. The role of intuition
in channeling is also covered. 1988. 120 minutes.
VR 1073 The Shaman's Message. Thinking Allowed Video Quartet. Jeffrey Mishlove
interviews Roger Walsh, Alberto Villoldo, James Swan, and Ruth-Inge Heinze on
various aspects of shamanism in the light of modern science and healing practices.
1992. 120 minutes.
VR 1074 From Jesus to Christ--The First Christians: Parts 1-4. PBS Home Video. Drawing
on new and sometimes controversial evidence, this program studies the life of Jesus
of Nazareth, then focuses on the events following his death and the first disciples. (4
tapes). 1998. 240 minutes.
VR 1075 The Incas. PBS Home Video. From the breathtaking heights of Machu Picchu to
jungle valleys and desert floors, this program travels through the world of the ancient
Incas. 1995. 60 minutes.
VR 1076 Maya: Lords of the Jungle. PBS Home Video. A visit to the jungles of Central
America and the majestic monuments of the Mayan civilization, guided by
archaeologists who show how the story of the Maya is revealed in these ancient ruins.
1995. 60 minutes.
VR 1077 Myths and Moundbuilders. PBS Home Video. The mystery of the large earth
mounds in the great river valleys of the Midwest and Southeast is uncovered and
explained. 1995. 60 minutes.
VR 1078 Mysteries of Deep Space: Parts 1-3. PBS Home Video. Combining live-action
sequences, computer animation, and spectacular high-resolution images from the
Hubble telescope, this video provides a look into the farthest reaches of deep space. (3
tapes). 1997. 180 minutes.
VR 1079 Seasons of a Navajo. PBS Home Video. This documentary captures the lifestyle of a
Navajo family and brings to life their heritage of sacred songs, ceremonies, and
spoken traditions. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1080 Byzantium--The Lost Empire: Parts 1-2. BMG Video. This video explores the
magnificent culture of the Byzantine Empire, which once spanned vast areas of
Europe and the Middle East. (2 tapes). 1997. 200 minutes.
VR 1082 Kokoro--The Heart Within: Parts 1-5. BWE Video. A ten-part presentation on
Japan--its culture, traditions, landscape, and people. (5 tapes). 1998. 300 minutes.
VR 1083 Merlin, Arthur, and the Holy Grail. AcornMedia. A look at the mystery behind the
legends of Merlin the magician, King Arthur, the knights of the Round Table, and the
quest for the Holy Grail. 1998. 78 minutes.
VR 1084 The People's Pharmacy. PBS Home Video. Pharmacologist Joe Graedon and
medical anthropologist Terry Graedon explore alternatives to traditional medicine and
offer insights on medical plants, diet, and health. 1998. 83 minutes.
VR 1085 Visions of the Orient: Parts 1-2. William J. McAbian. A mystic journey through the
spectacular landscapes, majestic palaces, and breath-taking scenery of the Orient,
showing treasures seldom seen by the outside world. (2 tapes). 1995. 120 minutes.
VR 1086 Alexandra David-Neel: One Woman's Story. Films for the Humanities and Sciences.
A video documentary on the life of the first woman to become a Tibetan Buddhist
monk, tracing her path from her early years as philosopher and novelist through her
travels throughout Asia, her years as a hermit in the HImalayas, and her secret
pilgrimage to Lhasa. 1998. 51 minutes.
VR 1087 A New Look at the Three Objects of the Theosophical Society. Robert Ellwood. An
engaging look at the three objects of the Theosophical Society and their relationship
to mondern-day concerns. 1999. 30 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#11220 / $20.00).
VR 1088 An Introduction to Energy Healing. Donna Eden. A practical guide to using energy
medicine for physical and emotional health. 1999. 90 minutes.
VR 1089 Fractal Lumination. Higher Octave Music Inc. A multimedia presentation of fractals
set to music by various composers. Fractals are geometric images based on the
mathematical discoveries of Dr. Benoit Mandelbrot, who revealed a new geometry
and an understanding about the patterns and shapes of nature. Produced and directed
by Beau Lee. 1994. 50 minutes.
VR 1090 Mudra: Gestures of Power. Sabrina Mesko. Explore the ancient art of ritual hand
gestures, as demonstrated by a yoga expert, for strengthening your body, clarifying
your thoughts, and deepening your meditations. 1997. 45 minutes.
VR 1091 Reach for the Stars: Volume 1--Basic Belly Dancing Movements and Warm-up
Routine. Jasmin Jahal. A demonstration and explanation of Oriental dance movement
in a well organized instructional and warm-up routine. 1995. 60 minutes.
VR 1092 Quest for Peace: A Documentary of Hope, Wisdom, and Unity. Science of
Spirituality. This video documents a gathering of interfaith leaders from around the
world at the Seventh World Religions Conference, February 3-6, 1994 in Delhi, India,
drawn together by a common vision of the unity of life and a quest for inner and outer
peace. Sponsored by the World Fellowship of Religions. 1994. 28 minutes.
VR 1093 From Tibet to Turtle Island: A Journey of Spiritual Liberation. Nuns of the
Khachoe Ghakyil Ling Nunnery. A performance of sacred dance and music-colorful
ritual masked dances and harmonic chants-by Tibetan nuns from Kathmandu, Nepal,
as presented during their 1999 tour of North America (including a performance at the
Olcott National Center of the Theosophical Society in Wheaton on September 9,
1999). 1999. 30 minutes.
VR 1094 In the Spirit of Manjushri--The Wisdom Teachings of Buddhism: Parts 1-4. Dalai
Lama XIV--Tenzin Gyatso. A documentary of a three-day workshop held in New
York in May 1998, during which the Fourteenth Dalai Lama presents the teachings of
transcendent wisdom and universal compassion (the Prajnaparamitra or Heart Sutra),
as taught by the Bodhisattva Manjushri to the Lama Tsong Khapa in the 14th century
and to the Fifth Dalai Lama in the 17th century. (4 tapes). 1999. 280 minutes.
VR 1095 The Alchemist and the Path of Integration. Martin Leiderman. A presentation at the
113th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America,
examining alchemy as a process symbolizing the human quest for spiritual growth and
transformation. The speaker uses slides of old alchemical texts and drawings to
illustrate his ideas. 1999. 45 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department
(#11229 / $20.00).
VR 1096 The Mystic Path to Inner Peace. Ed Abdill. A presentation at the 113th Annual
Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, examining the
rewards and dangers of practicing a Theosophical life. The speaker supports his ideas
with quotes from numerous Theosophical leaders, including the Theosophical Society
co-founder H. P. Blavatsky. 1999. 36 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#11230 / $20.00).
VR 1097 Seek Out the Way. Joy Mills. A presentation at the 113th Annual Meeting and
Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, that looks at guideposts for
living a Theosophical life. 1999. 31 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual
department (#11231 / $20.00).
VR 1098 The Ethics of Occultism. Richard Brooks. A presentation at the 113th Annual
Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, comparing the
mainstream materialistic views of Faustian ethics with the ethics of Theosophy. The
speaker suggests why the latter view is a truer reflection of reality. 1999. 42 minutes.
Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11232 / $20.00).
VR 1099 Theosophy, Changeless Yet Always Changing. Willamay Pym. The 1999 Founders
address, given at the 113th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical
Society in America, examines the changing and unchanging aspects of Theosophy.
1999. 40 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11233 / $20.00).
VR 1100 Mystical Verses of a Mad Dalai Lama. Glenn Mullin. The author details the Tibetan
Buddhist institution of the Dalai Lamas with special insights on the second Dalai
Lama of Tibet, Gendun Gyatso. A program in The Eternal Quest video series. 2000.
30 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11235 / $20.00).
VR 1101 The Theosophical Society in America: An Illustrated History, 1875-2000. Narrated
by Paul Meier. Edited and directed by Steve Schweizer. Documentary celebrates 125
years of Theosophy in America. Rare film footage and photos highlight the video,
along with appearances by Theosophical Society in America presidents Joy Mills,
Dora Kunz, and John Algeo. (Revised, updated, and re-mastered for 2000). 2000. 44
minutes. Purchase from the Theosophical Publishing House (#0-8356-4015-9 /
$19.95).
VR 1102 A New Mind for a New Century. Radha Burnier. The 2000 Founders address, given
at the 114th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in
America, explores the necessity to consider our state of mind and to decide if it is one
that will be conducive to a harmonious future. The speaker suggests that genuine
human spiritual transformation can only come about through the renewal of our
minds. 2000. 43 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11238 /
$20.00).
VR 1103 The Next Stage in Human Spiritual Evolution. Robert Ellwood. A presentation at
the 114th Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in
America, examining a possible Theosophical prediction of the future of humanity.
2000. 41 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11239 / $20.00).
VR 1104 That Which Ought to Be Known. Joy Mills. A presentation at the 114th Annual
Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, using stories to
focus on the underlying reality of life and our awareness of that reality in our daily
lives. 2000. 34 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11240 /
$20.00).
VR 1105 The Still Point Between Good and Evil. Ed Abdill. A presentation at the 114th
Annual Meeting and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America,
questioning the existence of inherent evil and suggesting that it is we, as human
beings, who are responsible for our experiences of both good and evil. Spirit and
matter, good and evil, and all such opposites are shown to be polar aspects of one
eternal background reality. The speaker suggests ways of transcending this apparent
duality and realizing the eternal unitary principle. 2001. 30 minutes. Purchase from
the Audio/Visual department (#11241 / $20.00).
VR 1106 Pumpkin Hollow Farm 50th Anniversary, 1937-1987. Pumpkin Hollow Farm. A
video about the history of the Theosophical retreat center Pumpkin Hollow Farm in
New York State. 1987. 50 minutes.
VR 1107 Charulata: The Lonely Wife. Satyajit Ray. The story of a loyal, dutiful wife who
catches a glimpse of what true love could be when a young cousin visits. A 1964
feature movie based on a novella by Rabindranath Tagore. Bengali with English
subtitles. 1997. 117 minutes.
VR 1108 The Stranger. Satyajit Ray. The story of Manmohan, a wise and witty world traveler
who returns to Calcutta after 35 years to visit his niece, Anila. Although she has no
memory of her uncle, Anila accepts the stranger's story. But her suspicious husband
believes the man is an imposter who has come to claim an inheritance. Bengali with
English subtitles. 1991. 120 minutes.
VR 1109 Concepts and Reality, and Karma and Restraint. Dharma Seed Tape Library. Joseph
Goldstein. Two talks recorded at a Vipassana retreat in California, April 1988 and
1989. He explains how concepts can delude us, how the world of concepts comes
from seeing just the surface of things, and how restraint creates a spaciousness in the
mind that allows us to act more freely in the world from a place of insight and
compassion. 1989. 120 minutes.
VR 1110 The Man Who Planted Trees. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. This animated
video based on a story by Gian Giono tells how Elzéard Bouffler planted trees and
nurtured an oak forest, changing barren surroundings into an oasis. Narrated by
Christopher Plummer. Animation by Frédéric Back. 1987. 30 minutes.
VR 1111 The Celts--Rich Traditions and Ancient Myths: Parts 1-3. BBC Video. Writer and
narrator Frank Delaney covers the history, traditions, and myths of the Celtic peoples.
(3 tapes). 1986. 330 minutes.
VR 1112 In Celebration of Trees. Discovery Communications Inc. Examines the relationship
between man and trees through photographs of the Northwest temperate rain forests
of Olympic National Park, the tropical rain forests of the Florida Everglades, and the
Eastern hardwood forests of the Shenandoah Valley. Directed and photographed by
Al Giddings. 1991. 50 minutes.
VR 1113 The Message--The Story of Islam: Parts 1-2. Moustapha Akkad. A feature film
about the life of Mohammad and the birth of Islam, starring Anthony Quinn and Irene
Pappas. (2 tapes). 1998. 220 minutes.
VR 1114 Mysteries of the Holy Land. TLC-The Learning Channel. A documentary hosted by
John Rhys-Davies, showing archaeological findings that help solve some of the
mysteries in the Old Testament. Originally shown on the television program
Archaeology. 1994. 75 minutes.
VR 1115 The Nature of Healing: Parts 1-3. New River Media. This program spans the globe
in search of useful and fascinating information on natural ways to reduce stress. Part
1: Acupuncture and meditation. Part 2: Movement therapies and homeopathy. Part 3:
Magnetic therapy and massage. (3 tapes). 1998. 180 minutes.
VR 1116 Nile--River of the Gods. Discovery Communications Inc. A journey of exploration
and discovery along the Nile River and the many ancient sites along its length.
Produced by Michael McKinnon. 1995. 100 minutes.
VR 1117 The Power of Dreams: Parts 1-3. Discovery Communications Inc. This video series
discusses dreams from several viewpoints: that of the ancient belief that dreams were
messages from the gods, the latest scientific methods that offer insights into the
brain's chemical reactions that create dreams, and interviews with physicians, artists,
inventors, and musicians who share the dream visions that helped them bring beauty
and progress into the world. Part 1:Sacred sleep. Part 2: The search for meaning. Part
3: The creative spark. Produced by Tim Cowling and Sandra Martin. (3 tapes). 1994.
180 minutes.
VR 1118 The Seven Wonders of the World: Parts 1-2. TLC-The Learning Channel. Historian
and author John Romer takes the viewer on a tour of the arts and architecture of the
ancient world, especially the Seven Wonders, as he delves into the civilizations in
which they were built and explores how they continue to influence our culture. Part 1:
Simply the best; The magic metropolis. Part 2: The wonders of the East; Ghosts of
wonder. (2 tapes). 1995. 190 minutes.
VR 1119 Seven Years in Tibet: The Original. Hans Nieter. The original 1957 motion picture
based on Heinrich Harrer's adventures in Tibet, featuring the real Heinrich Harrer and
tracing the true story of the Dalai Lama's flight from the Forbidden City. 1998. 79
minutes.
VR 1120 Seven Years in Tibet. Jean-Jacques Annaud. A 1997 feature film showing Heinrich
Harrer's adventures in Tibet, and his relationship with the young Dalai Lama, starring
Brad Pitt as Heinrich Harrer. 1998. 136 minutes.
VR 1121 Heart of Tibet: An Intimate Portrait of the 14th Dalai Lama. Mystic Fire Video.
Interviews with the Dalai Lama and others give insight into his personality and into
his teaching of the importance of the human heart in creating world peace. 1991. 60
minutes.
VR 1122 Kundun. Martin Scorsese. In a remote area of Tibet a two-year-old child is identified
as the Dalai Lama. The story follows him into adulthood where he tries to rule his
nation at one of the most challenging times in its history. 1998. 135 minutes.
VR 1123 The River. Jean Renoir. The story of a young English girl's period of growing up in
India on the banks of the holy river. Harriet's happy, carefree adolescent world is
changed by the arrival of an American war veteran, embittered by the loss of a leg.
Based on a novel by Rumer Godden. 1951. 99 minutes.
VR 1124 The Wizard of Oz. Warner Brothers. The original version of the 1939 musical film
starring Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, and Jack Haley, based on the story by
L. Frank Baum, with added trailers and outtakes. 1999. 149 minutes.
VR 1125 No Excuses--Existentialism and the Meaning of Life: Parts 1-2. Robert Solomon.
A series of lectures on existentialism and existentialist philosophers in the Teaching
Company's Great Courses program. 3rd edition. (24 30-minute lectures on 6 tapes).
2000. 720 minutes.
VR 1126 Einstein's Relativity and the Quantum Revolution--Modern Physics for
Non-Scientists: Parts 1-2. Richard Wolfson. A series of lectures on relativity and
quantum physics that require no special background in mathematics or science, in the
Teaching Company's Great Courses program. (24 30-minute lectures on 6 tapes).
1999. 720 minutes.
VR 1127 The Bible and Western Culture: Parts 1-3. Michael Sugrue, Andrew Ford, Robert
Hollander, and David Thurn. A journey into the spiritual adventure of Western
thought, exploring such questions as: "What is the ultimate reality?" "What should be
our beliefs regarding it?" The ideas of dozens of philosophers and theologians from
Socrates to the present are introduced, weighed, and analyzed. A series of lectures in
the Teaching Company's Great Courses program. (32 30-minute lectures on 9 tapes).
2000. 1080 minutes.
VR 1128 Philosophy and the Religion in the West: Parts 1-3. Phillip Cary. An examination of
the historical origins of the Bible and its influence on human history and literary
traditions. A series of lectures in the Teaching Company's Great Courses program.
(24 45-minute lectures on 9 tapes). 1999. 960 minutes.
VR 1129 Death and Immortality. Radha Burnier. A presentation at the 114th Annual Meeting
and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, examining the truly
immortal nature of the human condition and how we might access it. It is suggested
that our fear of physical death and the desire for increased longevity comes out of
illusory notions of who we really are. 2000. 23 minutes. Purchase from the
Audio/Visual department (#11267 / $20.00).
VR 1130 The Divine Plan: Parts 1-7. Radha Burnier. A seminar at the 114th Annual Meeting
and Summer School of the Theosophical Society in America, exploring specific forms
of study, meditation, and service as tools for realizing the divine within ourselves and
the universe. 2000. 350 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11268
/ $70.00 set, or $20.00 each).
VR 1131 Beyond Zero Point. Gregg Braden. Author and earth scientist Gregg Braden takes us
on a journey into the lost teachings of the ancient Essenes, authors of the Dead Sea
Scrolls. He shows how the earth's magnetic energies affect our biology and emotions
and teaches how to use the Five Essene Tenets of Compassion to help heal our world.
2000. 75 minutes.
VR 1132 Buddhism: Parts 1-3. Mystic Fire Video. Robert A. F. Thurman discusses the
Buddha in the world and the difficulties and methods of becoming one; the Four
Noble Truths, the 3 Wheels of Dharma, the 3 vehicles, and the metaphor of the
turning of the wheel of Dharma; and the Sangha or community of those who try to
live according to the Dharma. Part 1: The Buddha. Part 2: The Dharma. Part 3: The
Sangha. (3 tapes). 1999. 210 minutes.
VR 1133 Tibetan Energy Yoga. Lama Surya Das. Eight of Tibet's most effective energy yoga
practices to boost your body's vital energies and elevate your spirits. These exercises
work by balancing the lunar and solar energies. 2000. 40 minutes.
VR 1134 Natural Meditation. Lama Surya Das. A four-session video course teaching Tibetan
Buddhist meditation practices known as Dzogchen or the great natural innate
perfection, leading to clarity of mind and greater awareness. 2000. 34 minutes.
VR 1135 Explorations into Consciousness. Deepak Chopra. In this interview Deepak Chopra
reveals his important ideas about mind/body medicine. He explains his method for
activating the body's own healing mechanisms and for evoking the innate, guiding
intelligence of the body to promote wellness. 1999. 35 minutes.
VR 1136 Gurdjieff in Egypt: The Origin of Esoteric Knowledge. William Patrick Patterson.
The first part of a series of videos about the life and significance of G. I. Gurdjieff,
tracing his exploration of pre-historic Egypt to his conclusion that its religion was
composed of the same principles and ideas that constitute true Christianity. 2000. 60
minutes.
VR 1137 Labyrinths: Their Mystery and Magic. Richard Feather Anderson, Jeff Saward, and
Robert Ferre. This how-to video combines workshops, lectures, and interviews taped
at a National Labyrinth Conference held at the Omega Institute. About 3,000 years
ago many cultures began to build labyrinths and it is believed they were used as
portals to the Spirit world and as ways to transform earth energies and heal humans.
Numerous experts and guests relate stories of profound changes in their lives after
walking the labyrinth. 1997. 60 minutes.
VR 1138 Rumi, Poet of the Heart. Coleman Barks. A celebration of the earthy, joyous, and
spiritual passion of the 13th century Persian Sufi poet Rumi. Features Coleman Barks,
the preeminent contemporary translator of Rumi's poetry, in live performance and
intimate conversation with Robert Bly, Deepak Chopra, Huston Smith, and others.
Narrated by Debra Winger. 1998. 58 minutes.
VR 1140 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 1. Two lectures: 1. One Small Step For Man--One Giant Leap For
Mankind, by John Algeo, January 14, 2001. 60 minutes. 2. Crossing Thresholds On
the Inward Journey, by Joy Mills, January 16, 2001. 61 minutes. Produced by the
Australian Section of the Theosophical Society. 2001. 121 minutes.
VR 1141 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 2. Two lectures and an interview: 1. To the Dancer Belongs the
Universe--Freedom Founded on the Law, by Ravi Ravindra, January 18, 2001. 55
minutes. 2. An Individual's Universal Responsibility, by Ven. Samdhing Rinpoche,
January 15, 2001. 67 minutes. 3. Buddhist Meditation--Interview with Ven. S.
Rinpoche. 47 minutes. Produced by the Australian Section of the Theosophical
Society. 2001. 169 minutes.
VR 1142 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 3. Two lectures, January 15, 2001: 1. Hearing the Melody, by Beverley
Champion. 60 minutes. 2. Reconciliation--Reaching Out and Tuning In, by Olga
Gostin. 74 minutes. Produced by the Australian Section of the Theosophical Society.
2001. 134 minutes.
VR 1143 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 4. Two panel presentations sponsored by the Theosophical Order of
Service: 1. If I Could Change the World, January 15, 2001. 70 minutes. 2. Journeying
Towards the Sacred, January 18, 2001. 67 minutes. Produced by the Australian
Section of the Theosophical Society. 2001. 137 minutes.
VR 1144 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 5. Workshops: Highlights and Reports, January 14-16, 2001. Five
workshops: 1. The Future Role of the TS. 2. Attracting the Younger Generation to
Theosophy. 3. Integration, Integrity, and The Spiritual Life. 4. The Law of Harmony
(in Spanish). 5. The Soul's Growth Through Evolution. Produced by the Australian
Section of the Theosophical Society. 2001. 139 minutes.
VR 1145 In Tune With the Universe--Theosophical Society 9th World Congress, Sydney
2001: Tape 6. Memories--A Congress Overview. Produced by the Australian Section
of the Theosophical Society. 2001. 120 minutes.
VR 1146 La vida espiritual: Volumenes 1-4. Martín Leiderman, Eduardo Carbonell, and
Eneida Carbonell. Three Spanish-speaking members of the Theosophical Society
present a weekend-long symposium on The Spiritual Life, hosted by the Krotona
School of Theosophy in Ojai, California. Includes handouts. (9 parts on 4 tapes).
2000. 373 minutes. Purchase from the Audio/Visual department (#11289 / $40.00 set,
or $20.00 each).
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