Human Regeneration-Lectures and Discussions

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Theosophists and would-be Theosophists are all united by a common devotion to the Regeneration of Man. They may differ in their convictions, interests or approach. The teachings of Buddha, Jesus, Blavatsky, Besant, Krishnamurti or some other teacher may inspire some and not others. But there is a strong common bond, namely profound concern for the progress and perfection of humanity, not merely at the material and intellectual levels, but also morally and spiritually.

A Theosophist does not seek wisdom to benefit himself. 'Not for himself but for the world he lives'; and the more deeply devoted he is to the regeneration of mankind, the more ardently he seeks to understand himself and the world, and penetrate into the secret of life. His aim is to discover the source of the Goodness and Happiness which is the birthright of all living beings.

Mrs Radha Burnier, who has been President of the Theosophical Society since 1980, conducted two seminars on the subject of human regeneration in the Netherlands in July 1990. This book contains a compilation of the lectures and discussions.

MRS RADHA BURNIER (b. 1923) assumed charge as the seventh President of the Theosophical Society in 1980, after serving the Society in various capacities for over thirty years. Having obtained a Master's degree in Sanskrit from the Benares Hindu University, she supervised the research and publication work of the Adyar Library and Research Centre as its Director from 1959 to 1979. She was also a well-known exponent of Indian classical dance.

Mrs Burnier's father, Mr N. Sri Ram, was the fifth President of the Theosophical Society, and a trusted associate of Mrs Annie Besant. Mrs Burnier's articles have appeared frequently in Theosophical journals. She has lectured all over the world on Theosophical and cultural topics. Her talks and writings are known for clarity of thought and depth of vision. The Nagarjuna University, India, conferred an honorary D. Litt. on her in 1984.

Theosophists and would-be theosophists are all united by a common devotion to the Regeneration of Man. They may differ in their convictions, interests or approach. The teachings of Buddha, Jesus, Blavatsky, Besant, Krishnamurti or some other teacher may inspire some and not others. But there is a strong common bond, namely profound concern for the progress and perfection of humanity, not merely at the material and intellec- tual levels, but morally and spiritually.

Recognizing regeneration as the kernel of all theosophical work, the International Theosophical Centre at Naarden, The Netherlands, jointly with the Federation of Theosophical So- cieties in Europe, organized two seminars in July 1990, with a number of office-bearers, workers and members of the Society from different countries as participants. Representatives from other parts of the world U.S.A., Mexico, Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, Israel, India, Australia and so forth - also came.

Every day there were talks and group discussions in order to explore in depth the implications of regeneration and the rela- tion of the three objects of the Theosophical Society to regeneration.

These sessions threw up a number of questions which the participants endeavoured to answer jointly, and out of this ex- change many aspects of theosophical work were clarified.

An atmosphere of joyous harmony and serious enquiry existed throughout the fortnight. The beautiful woods and elev- ating atmosphere of the Centre helped to enhance the under- standing and perceptions of all present. In order to share with other members of the Theosophical Society who were not pres- ent some of the insights obtained during these seminars, this book is being brought out.