FREEDOM OF THOUGHT 

The following statement  was written by a member of the New York Theosophical Society, and used as a reality factor there when introducing various public lectures and classes. I included it here, in part due to its refreshing openness, as well as for its parting advice.  In an age where so many claim to have the path, I find it refreshing to see people encourage others to think and look for themselves. 

 
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FREEDOM OF THOUGHT 

"The Theosophical Society has no dogma, and it should be remembered that the views expressed in the various classes and lectures on theosophical or occult subjects reflect only the opinion of their presenters. 

Our programs are to enlarge concepts and stimulate thought. Some may contain imaginative notions and even errors of fact issued as private revelations, communications from adepts and so on; these programs, nevertheless, have some thought-provoking value. We urge attendees to decide for themselves what is realistic, scientific and impersonal. 

 

"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it or who has said it, not even if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason  and your own common sense."

                                                                                 The Buddha