
A true Theosophist must put in practice the loftiest moral ideal, must strive to realize his unity with the whole of humanity, and work ceaselessly for others." -- Helena P. Blavatsky	The Theosophical Society is a center for growth, learning, service and the nurturing of the spiritual life. Its activities cover diverse fields. In these pages, you will find samplings of its activities in the Philippine section. Study Sessions Sessions are conducted by the lodges, study groups, self-transformation groups, or the national headquarters. Their purposes vary according to the needs of the participants. The public is welcome to participate in such study meetings. Just get in touch with the people responsible, and ask for the meeting time. A study group suitable to inquirers at the National Headquarters is held every Saturday at 2:30 p.m. Seminars and Courses The Self-Transformation Seminar is an avenue for the exploration of self-mastery and the nurturing of the spiritual life. Other courses are "Introductory Course in Theosophy" and "Intermediate Course in Theosophy." Call for schedules. Correspondence Course This is an introduction to Theosophy. A textbook and study questions will be provided to the student. Book and Magazine Publication Theosophical Digest, Peace Ideas, books on theosophy, including electronic books. Service Work The Theosophical Order of Service has extensive programs on malnutrition, women, youth, cooperatives, community development, values education, etc. Ecological Work This work is done through the Green Earth Foundation. Peace Work Conducts Peace Education Seminars, networks with peace movements and publishes Peace Ideas Youth Groups The Golden Link Youth Organization conducts youth camps, youth circles in various cities, and is involved in the Golden Link School. Library The library is open to the public, either for room reading or borrowing. Education The Theosophical Society runs four schools in three cities in the Philippines. Membership Membership is open to all persons without any distinction. Those below 18 years of age must have the consent of their parents or guardian. Write to the National Headquarters for an application form. A member is not required to subscribe to any system of belief except sympathy to the ideal of universal brotherhood. Lodges and Study Groups Lodges and study groups are centers of studies and fellowship. The Theosophical Society is non-sectarian and visitors are welcome to take part in the meetings in the spirit of brotherhood and in the quest for truth. Call up any lodge or study group in your area and ask for the meeting time and place. The following are the contact addresses of the lodges and study groups in the Philippines: Ahimsa Study Group Bacolod City Bacolod Lodge 2nd floor, Donato Cruz Trading Building, Magsaysay Avenue, Bacolod City Tel. No. (34) 433-0177 Pandacan Lodge 1 Iba St., Quezon City (2) 741-5740 Bagong Silang Study Group Bagong Silang, Caloocan City Cabanatuan Lodge Cabanatuan City Cebu Lodge Cebu City Celestine Lodge Abalayan Sub., San Jose, Digos 8002, Davao del Sur (82) 553-2839 Godea Lodge Iligan City (63) 351-7081 Iloilo Study Group Iloilo City (33) 3201235 Bohol Lodge 28-A C.P. Garcia Avenue, Tagbilaran, Bohol Lotus Lodge 40-B Camerino St., Proj. 4 Quezon Cit (2)913-5916 Maharlika Lodge Brokenshire Commercial Townhouse A, Magallanes St., Davao City (82) 234-8844 Manila Lodge 93 Isarog St., Quezon City, Muñoz Lodge Muñoz, Nueva Ecija Ormoc Lodge Ormoc City (0919) 2391684 (53) 2552097 Palompon Study Group Palompon, Leyte Pandacan Lodge 1 Iba St., Quezon City (2) 741-5740 Rexal Chela Lodge Tanay, Rizal Rizaliana Lodge 1 Iba Street, Quezon City (2)741-5740 Soliman & Raja Lodges 360 Columbia St., Greenhills, Mandaluyong, Metro Manila Tanglaw Study Group Lot 10, Blk 4, Queen's Row, Area "S" Molino, Bacoor, Cavite Urdaneta Study Group Urdaneta City Pangasinan Vidya Lodge 1 Iba Street, Quezon City (2)741-5740 Wisdom Seekers Study Group San Marcelino St., Manila *The above information may change from time to time. For more information, please call or write:* The Theosophical Society in the Philippines 1 Iba Street, Quezon City, Philippines Tel. No. 741-5740;Fax No. 740-3751 Email tspeace@info.com.ph