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W.Q. Judge and Annie Besant – an uncomfortable heritage

by Katinka Hesselink on april 8, 2010

I only just discovered that the Aquarian Theosophist has switched their magazine to a blog format. I congratulate them on a wise decision and I of course subscribed. Though I have to say, it is with a sad heart that I do so, because their latest article shows just how far the various theosophical organizations [...]

How about Annie Besant and C.W. Leadbeater?

by Katinka Hesselink on januari 23, 2010

I could leave this one at: I have not studied their work enough to say anything substantial about them. Which is true. I’ve read most of Blavatsky and lots of Jiddu Krishnamurti, but very little Besant or Leadbeater. Annie Besant I think it’s clear that Annie Besant was a unique and wonderful person. She stood [...]