Theos-Talk Archives (February 1998 Message tl00190)

Dr. A.M.Bain wrote:

> In message <34EE02C6.B1D40FB0@sprynet.com>, Bart Lidofsky
> <bartl@sprynet.com> writes
> >    In my opinion, Miami is fulfilling the 3 objects quite well. The only
> >complaint based in fact that I have heard is that their traditional theosophical
> >presentations tend not to attract audiences. My in-laws live near there, and,
> >from
> >the Miami Lodge, they had the impression that Theosophy was just a
> >conglomeration
> >of various "newage" disciplines. Yet, Theosophy can certainly be taught
> >THROUGH
> >other subjects (which is part of what I was trying to explain with the recent
> >quotes from John Algeo supposedly subverting the purpose of the TS).
>
> Errr ... I know of no requirement in the three objects that requires
> theosophy per se to be *taught*.

    Note I said complaint based in fact, not valid complaint. I have heard numerous
specious complaints, as well.

    Bart Lidofsky