As site owner and editor of Theosophy Forward, I wish to share the following:
Shortly after the E-magazine first appeared in 2009, some accused the editor of Theosophy Forward, of being a part of an alleged conspiracy.
The fact that it was made clear that Theosophy Forward was all about its content, and not about those who were behind it, elicited a reaction one would expect from a hopelessly misinformed and misled people. At the time the rumors and accusation were very easily diffused, because they lacked any logic, reason and foundation.
Recently it was brought to my attention that some are convinced that Theosophy Forward is a project of the American Section (TSA) with an objective to "take over" from The Theosophist. That is a ludicrous rumor because The Theosophist is a unique periodical no one can take over from. The Theosophist is the official organ of the International President of the TS and as such its position among members of the Adyar TS can neither be questioned nor threatened, for it serves its purpose as long as an International President of the TS exists.
Some TS members even believe that if they were to partake in any kind of project (article or mini-interview) of Theosophy Forward, they take the risk of losing their membership.
This is preposterous.
I feel that it will be useful to again point out the following:
Theosophy Forward encourages all Theosophists, of whatever organizations, as well as those who are unaligned but carry Theosophy in their hearts, to come together. Theosophists of any allegiance can meet and respectfully exchange views, because each of us is a centre for Theosophical work.
Theosophy Forward is an independent Theosophical periodical. The magazine does not receive any financial support from a specific Section or Theosophical group.
It needs to be underscored that strong ties are maintained with all the existing Theosophical Societies, but the magazine's commitment lies with Theosophy only and not with individuals or groups representing these various vehicles.
Jan Nicolaas Kind
