Theosophical Society
organization advancing theosophical thought
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Summary
Theosophical Society is a religious organization[1]. It ranks in the top 5% of religious organization entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (7,059 views/month).[2]
Key Facts
- Religion or worldview: Theosophy[3]
- Country: India[4]
- Founder: Helena Blavatsky[5]
- Headquarters location: Chennai[6]
- Part of: Theosophy[7]
- Commons category: Theosophy[8]
- Industry: religious congregations and associations[9]
- Inception: November 17, 1875[10]
- Official website: http://www.sociedadteosofica.es[11]
- Topic's main category: Category:Theosophical Society[12]
- Owner of: Adyar (Theosofische Vereniging)[13]
Why It Matters
Theosophical Society has Wikipedia articles in 24 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[14] It is known by 43 alternative names across languages and contexts.[15]
It has been cited as an influence by Piet Mondrian[16], a painter[17], 1872–1944[18], of Kingdom of the Netherlands[19], specialised in painting[20] and Dion Fortune[21], a writer[22], 1890–1946[23], of United Kingdom[24], specialised in ceremonial magic[25].
FAQs
Who did Theosophical Society influence?
Theosophical Society has been cited as an influence by Piet Mondrian[16] and Dion Fortune[21].