TheTheosophical Society in Detroit
Chartered in 1916 as a Branch of the Theosophical Society of America

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Movies begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.  From 6:30 to 6:55 is time for socializing, browsing through the bookstore and library and enjoying light refreshments.

Public Programs

We are happy to continue movies and discussions on Friday nights. 
Movies will be presented, followed by thoughtful open discussions.

May 2          Movie – HPB's Diagram of Meditation

John Algeo presents a Theosophical view of meditation. HPB's Diagram of Meditation is based on some of the most fundamental esoteric principles about the nature of Deity and Being. 1992.

May 9          Movie – Albert Einstein: How I See the World

Narrated by William Hurt, this program presents a moving overview of Einstein and his work. Einstein’s theories on the nature of time and space profoundly affected the human conception of the physical world and set the foundations for many of the scientific advances of the twentieth century.  Directed by Richard Kroehling. PBS Home Video 1991.

May 16        Movie – The Mahatmas and Their Letters.

Joy Mills discusses the historical background of The Mahatma Letters to A.P. Sinnet and their impact on the Theosophical Society. 1989.

May 23        Movie – Awaken to the Eternal

Nisargadatta Maharaj--A Journey of Self Discovery   This sage from Bombay discusses truth and freedom. Includes interviews with Jack Kornfield, Jean Dunn, and others. 1995.

May 30        Movie – Introduction to Zen Meditation

This video gives instruction in Zen sitting and mind-breath exercises – with John Daido Loori, the founder, abbot, and spiritual leader of Zen Mountain Monastery. Dharma Communications. 1991.