How did the Three Objects guide the work of the Theosophical Society?

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Annie Besant and Jiddu Krishnamurti stand side by side in formal attire, Besant holding papers, in a black and white photograph from 1933. — theosophy Annie Besant and Jiddu Krishnamurti, 1926.

The Theosophical Society utilizes the "Three Objects" as the foundational goals that guide its organizational work and mission. These objectives are defined as follows:

Universal Brotherhood: To form a nucleus of the universal brotherhood of humanity, explicitly without regard to race, creed, sex, caste, or colour.1
Comparative Study: To encourage the study of comparative religion, philosophy, and science.1
Investigation of Nature: To investigate unexplained laws of Nature and the powers latent in human beings.1

By pursuing these objectives, the society has functioned as a significant conduit for introducing Eastern thought to the West and has served as a starting point for numerous occult teachers and movements. Through these guiding principles, the organization has maintained its influence despite historical controversies and fluctuations in membership.1