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About Us
National Center
The Theosophical Society in America is a section of the worldwide Theosophical Society founded in New York in 1875. The American section has its national center in Wheaton, Ill., on a beautiful estate called Olcott.
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Book of the Month
Digital Dharma: A User's Guide to Expanding Consciousness in the Infosphere by Steven Vedro
Use coupon code Quest50 at
questbooks.com for 50% off this title during the month of March!
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Tenzin Gyatso, the XIV Dalai Lama
The Theosophical Society has a long and warm relationship with His Holiness the XIVth Dalai Lama, beginning as early as 1956 when he visited the international headquarters of the Society in Adyar, Chennai, India.
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President Barbara Hebert shares the latest news from our National Headquarters. |
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Join Our Meditation Group!
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Join us weekly for instructional guided meditation, silent meditation, and discussion time covering various meditation methods. We also cover all aspects of beginning and sustaining a regular meditation practice. This group is suitable for all levels of meditators, from beginners learning meditation to experts seeking fellowship and the opportunity to share their experiences.
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Every Sunday
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. CT [UTC-05]
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Participants can gather in person at our National Center in Wheaton, IL, or join online from anywhere. Both in-person and online participants will be able to interact with the group.
This event is free and open to all! Please join us!
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Browse our selection of online classes and groups that you can participate in from the comfort of your own home!
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Unmasking the Myths of Aging with Guidance from the Goddesses
Tuesdays, 7 - 8 p.m. CT
Apr 10 - May 1 (4 classes)
Explore how the medicalization of aging and our youth-obsessed culture have shaped our current perception of human aging, and learn how to have a strong, healthy understanding of aging through ancient myths, spiritual insights, and modern humanistic psychology.
with Sally Thomason, Jen Bradner and Gwynne Mayer
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Gnosis and the Gnostics
From Ancient Times to the Present
Thursdays, 1 - 2 p.m. CT
April 12 - May 3 (4 classes)
Richard Smoley will draw upon his book Forbidden Faith: The Secret History of Gnosticism to explore who the Gnostics were, where they came from, whether they left any descendants, and what gnosis is and whether it's useful to us today.
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The Dream Circle
Our dreams speak to us in symbolic language, and the interpretation of these symbols allows us to access the knowledge of the Spirit (Self) that uses our dreams to communicate messages to us subconsciously. Sharing our dreams in a group setting can help us recognize and interpret what our subconscious is telling us.
with Gwynne Mayer, Weyler Green, and Sy Ginsburg |
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Enjoy our programs in person or at home via interactive livestream!
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Spiritual Adventures in Bhutan: A Travelogue
March 15, 7 p.m.
with Lama Glenn Mullin
The tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan caught the attention of the world when it announced its commitment to "Gross National Happiness" over its gross domestic product. It has become something of a Shangri-La to the international community, bringing the gentleness of timeless Buddhist wisdom into a modern context. Lama Glenn will present a lecture and slide show of this magnificent Buddhist land.
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Easter: A Threshold to Freedom
March 29, 7 p.m.
with Danelys Valcarcel Cuellar
Using Theosophical insights into the subject of Esoteric Christianity, this presentation explores the hidden meaning of some aspects of the Lesser Mysteries such as the Atonement, Resurrection, and Ascension, a symbolic journey to rediscovering a deeper communion with the inner Christ and the Holy Season.
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Miracles & Medicine: Doctors' Miraculous Stories
April 5, 7 p.m.
with Scott J. Kolbaba, MD
What happens when doctors encounter something they can't explain scientifically? With warmth and humor, Dr. Kolbaba will share stories of dreams foretelling future events, apparitions, and other inexplicable occurrences that will awe, instruct, and inspire even the harshest skeptic..
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Combined Teachings on the Nyenpo Sum (Vajrapani/ Hayagriva/ Gardua) with Lojong, Bodhisattva Mind Training
Friday, March 16 - Sunday, March 18
The term Lojong literally means "Mind Transformation," but refers to specific methods for cultivating wisdom and compassion on a daily basis, and bringing them to full fruition. We will learn more about the methods of Lojong and have time for practice over the course of the retreat, including an initiation known as The Three Wrathfuls: Vajrapani, Hayagriva and Garuda.
with Lama Glenn Mullin
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Searing Love: Return of Sophia and the Divine Feminine
Saturday, April 14, 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The hallmark of the Second Axial Age-a time of religious and spiritual transformation that dares to put an end to competing religions-is the return of the Divine Feminine. The Mother is a fierce lover whose passion burns away the falsehood of separate self and brand name ideologies to reveal an ecstatic unity at home with both the erotic and the ascetic. Rabbi Rami will help us explore the Judeo/Christian teachings of Lady Wisdom and invite us to engage in practices that can awaken us to Her presence within and without.
with Rabbi Rami Shapiro
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News from the Florida Federation
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Join us at sea for the Annual Florida Federation TSA Convention in conjunction with the Inter-American Theosophical Federation!
Theosophy in the 21st Century
A Theosophical Convention at Sea!
May 18 - 31, 2018
Featuring International President Tim Boyd, TSA National Secretary David Bruce, and TSA national speaker Pablo Sender plus special guests, panel discussions, open forums, yoga, meditation, and free time to enjoy all the cruise has to offer for relaxation and entertainment.
For booking information, please contact travel agent Logan Thomas: 1-800-514-9986 ext. 7204, lthomas@vacationstogo.com. Rates go up as rooms fill up! There is no additional Federation charge. For general questions, please contact Nori Rao at
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For over 130 years The Theosophical Society in America has been actively promoting our Three Objects, creating the foundation for a brotherhood with no distinction, a deep respect and interest for all religions and the quest for self-knowledge.
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Donating to the Annual Fund or Capital Campaign will maintain the National Center and the programs which actively explore the many facets of our mission.
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info@theosophical.org ● 1926 N Main Street ● Wheaton IL ● 630-668-1571 ext. 315
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