And the things they called each other in their anger were a sin—

Till the public got disgusted, and the temple roof caved in.

And this is all I have to say of these improper games,

For I live at Table Mountain and my name is Truthful James;

And I’ve told in simple language all I know about the fray

That broke up our Society upon the Himalay.


[2]. “Any action in these controversial matters tends to set up a perfect whirlwind on other planes.”—Mrs. Besant in Lucifer.

[3]. “Mahatma Morya affects red pencil, Koot Hoomi blue.”—“Isis Very Much Unveiled.”

[4]. “She wrote ... it was Master’s wish ... that Master ordered her to do as she did.”—Mr. Judge’s circular to the E.S.T.