Helena Petrovna Blavatsky was a Russian-German occultist who, along with Henry Steel Olcott, established the Theosophical Society, a research and publishing institute. Blavatsky and her writings were influential in forming the basis for the racial ideology of Nazi Germany, as well as Buddhist modernism, Hindu reform movements, and the New Age movement.
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The site offers a focus on Madame Blavatsky and theosophy, which she co-founded, including an introduction, study guides, research information, and original text, as well as supporting documentation. Free courses in theosophy are made available.
http://www.blavatsky.net/
Featuring information and material on the life, work, and teachings of H.P. Blavatsky, the founder of modern Theosophy, the site offers the text of several introductory articles, essays, and books about Blavatsky and theosophy, as well as nearly three hundred books, pamphlets, and articles by Blavatsky or about her teachings.
http://www.blavatskyarchives.com/
Founded in 1974, the Trust was set up to advance, promote, and further the study of religion, philosophy and science, and to disseminate the results of such study and research to the public, as well as to further the teachings of theosophy. The theosophical movement is outlined, including information about its founders, the work of H.P. Blavatsky, and other resources.
http://www.blavatskytrust.org.uk/
Headquartered in Pasadena, California, the Society was founded in 1875, and serves to promote a Oneness of Life. The basic concepts and objectives of theosophy are put forward, and biographical information about the organization’s founders, including H.P. Blavatsky, H.S. Olcott, and W.Q. Judge, are featured.
http://www.theosociety.org/
Who Are You, Madame Blavatsky?
Highlighting a film by Karine Dilanyan, starring Irina Muraviova, about the live of Helena Blavatsky, a short clip of the movie is offered, along with information about the director. The DVD is available for purchase online.
http://www.hpblavatsky.com/
