This blog, 'The Theosophic Life', has been inspired by the little book by the same name by Annie Besant. It was originally published as an article in The
Theosophist in March 1909.
The book The Theosophic Life has two
chapters, 'Reincarnation' and 'Karma: A Continuing Creation'. From
the chapter on 'Karma' Annie Besant describes what is the Theosophic
Life:
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| Annie Besant |
The Theosophic Life must be a life of
service. Unless we are serving, we have no right to live. We live
by the constant sacrifice of other lives on every side, and we must
pay it back; otherwise, to use an ancient phrase, we are but thieves
and do not repay the gift. Service is the great illuminator. The
more we serve the wiser we become, for we learn wisdom not by
studying but by living.
Such a simple message and so profound
in effect.
Another point that struck me years ago when I read it and put into practice was about the fact that where we find ourselves in this moment is the best place for us to be:
...so wise is the Good Law, the
circumstances round you are the very best that the wisdom of an
archangel could plan for your growth and unfolding. The peace that
that knowledge brings to life it is impossible to describe. All
fretting vanishes, all worrying ceases to be, anxiety for something
different no longer gnaws at the heart. A complete, absolute,
perfect content comes down upon the soul, and in that content the
lesson of the trying environment has been learned, and it will
gradually modify itself.
It is my intention through this blog to share the insights and inspirations of Theosophical principles and how we can apply it in daily life.
Watch this space!! Comments and suggestions are most welcome!
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