Life Reviews in Near-Death Experiences and in Theosophy
Journal of Near-Death Studies January 1, 2024 Natasha Tassell-Matamua, Antti Savinainen, Bruce Greyson
The article examines accounts of life review found in the writings of the Theosophy movement from the 1800s and 1900s. It describes how these accounts present a retrospective examination of one's life, often occurring after death or in spiritual contexts, as part of the movement's broader metaphysical teachings. The Theosophical literature portrays life review as a process of moral and spiritual evaluation, where individuals confront their actions and their consequences. The article likely explores the origins, variations, and significance of these accounts within Theosophical thought, situating them within the movement's synthesis of Eastern and Western esoteric traditions.