Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986) was an Indian philosopher and speaker, celebrated for his discourses on psychological Revolution, the Nature of Mind, and the quest for Truth and enlightenment. His influential works, including "The First and Last Freedom" and "Freedom from the Known," challenge conventional thinking and advocate for a profound transformation of society through Individual Self-Understanding. Krishnamurti’s emphasis on the observer’s role in Shaping reality has made a lasting Impact on spiritual and philosophical discussions worldwide. His teachings, unmarred by affiliation to any Particular Religion or ideology, continue to inspire seekers of truth and personal freedom.
Anecdotes
- Was famously adopted by a prominent Organization claiming he was the Future World teacher, only to dissolve the group years later, advocating for individual freedom.
- Raised alongside his brother in a spiritual community, he was discovered as a young boy playing by the river, leading to a Life intertwined with philosophical and global endeavors.
- Renowned for his philosophical teachings, he once dissolved an organization created to promote him as a world teacher, emphasizing individual freedom and truth over .
Magnitudes
- Question everything, including your own beliefs.
- See the world without preconceived judgments.
- Challenge beliefs relentlessly to discover deeper truths.
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