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To the members of the Anthroposophical Society

It seems that all kinds of rumors are being spread from certain quarters in connection with the current failure of my physical strength. It would have been a pleasant feeling for me if, on this occasion, the spreading of rumors had not found a place in anthroposophical circles. But since that does not seem to be the case, I am unfortunately obliged to say a few words about the present failure of my physical strength. Recently there have been many courses in very rapid succession. Finally, here in Dornach, a series of parallel courses that have led to me giving more than 60 lectures in a relatively short time. I was able to do all this quite well, without fear of failing strength, although I have been obliged to watch the measure of my strength for a long time. Through Dr. Wegman's devoted collaboration, it was always possible to calculate the forces for the courses.

However, when calculating the possible achievements, the demands that otherwise come from the members go beyond our strength. And such excessive demands could not be avoided, especially during the last September events. They finally overstrained my physical strength. I do not want to speak disparagingly about the demands in question. It is quite understandable that one or the other comes to me with his or her questions. But the bow has been stretched too far for once.

But for now I ask the members to take it as a twist of fate that I am deprived of my beloved lecturing activity for some time; I ask you to agree with me that I am in the very best care with Dr. Wegman, who has a loyal helper in Dr. Noll, and to counter rumours that only create bad blood.

To all the warmest thoughts
Rudolf Steiner