08 May - White Lotus Day (Theosophy)

 

White Lotus Day is a day of remembrance observed within the Theosophical tradition to honor the life and teachings of Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, the co-founder of the Theosophical Society. It is celebrated annually on May 8th, marking the anniversary of Blavatsky's death in 1891.

Helena Petrovna Blavatsky, often referred to as H.P. Blavatsky, was a prominent Russian occultist, philosopher, and author who played a central role in the establishment and propagation of Theosophy, a spiritual and philosophical movement that seeks to explore the underlying unity of all religions, sciences, and philosophies.

Blavatsky's writings, particularly her seminal works "The Secret Doctrine" and "Isis Unveiled," have had a profound influence on spiritual thought and esotericism, shaping the beliefs and practices of countless individuals and spiritual seekers around the world.

White Lotus Day provides an opportunity for Theosophists and others inspired by Blavatsky's teachings to reflect on her life, legacy, and contributions to the Theosophical movement and to humanity at large. It is a day for study, meditation, and commemoration, as well as a time to reaffirm one's commitment to the principles of Theosophy and the pursuit of spiritual truth and understanding.

The name "White Lotus Day" is derived from Blavatsky's identification with the White Lotus, a symbol of spiritual purity and enlightenment in various Eastern spiritual traditions, which she adopted as a personal emblem.