European School of Theosophy: “The Great Sacrifice”

The concept of «sacrifice» seems to be grafted in the very fabric of world religions and spiritual philosophies. The manifestation of the universe itself is frequently seen as a supreme act of sacrifice made by the Logos, who limits itself in order to give birth to innumerable centres of consciousness. This sacrificial act is reflected on all levels—from the divine incarnations assuming physical form in order to guide humanity, to the offering of lower forms of life for the sustenance of the higher ones. As H. P. Blavatsky records in her Gems From The East: «Life is built up by the sacrifice of the individual to the whole. Each cell in the living body must sacrifice itself to the perfection of the whole; when it is otherwise, disease and death enforce the lesson.» Likewise, following this universal Principle, the spiritual aspirant must learn to give up his separate life before he can participate in a conscious union with the whole.

The European School of Theosophy this year will explore the subject in all its different facets – metaphysical, mythological, spiritual, and ethical, in the light of the Theosophical teachings as well as some of the major world religions.

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The Programme
The Law of Sacrifice
Kenosis: The Self-emptying Nature of Deity
The Fall of the Angels
The Mystery of the Incarnated Logos
The Work of Nirmanakayas and Mahatmas
The Voice of the Silent Watcher
The Role of Suffering in Human Evolution
Sacrificing the Personal
And other related topics

Daily schedule

Residential fees
Single room e-suite £513.00
Single standard room £486.00
Double room en-suite per person £513.00
Double standard room per person £486.00

Non-Residential fees – Monday to Friday
Daily: 9am – 5pm incl. lunch £40.00
Daily: 9am – 9pm incl. lunch & dinner £64.00

Organisation: European School of Theosophy
Language: English
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Date: 18-23 October 2015
More information: European School of Theosophy
Speakers: David Nieuwjaers (David Roef), Pablo Sender, Michelle Shields, Joseph MacDermott, Elizabeth Crofts