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A follow-up to What Are You Doing with Your Life? offers meditations, reflections and lessons on relationships from one of the 20th century's greatest spiritual thinkers
"One of the greatest thinkers of the age" The Dalai Lama
What is love?
Who am I without my relationships?
What is the relationship between myself and society?
One of the world's greatest philosophical teachers, Krishnamurti, offers his inspiring wisdom on a core feature of our relationships. From parents to partners and colleagues to friends, Krishnamurti answers our deepest defining questions and reveals a path to truly loving yourself, others and the world around you.
Over 4 million copy of Krishnamurti's books have sold worldwide.
"One of the greatest thinkers of the age" The Dalai Lama
What is love?
Who am I without my relationships?
What is the relationship between myself and society?
One of the world's greatest philosophical teachers, Krishnamurti, offers his inspiring wisdom on a core feature of our relationships. From parents to partners and colleagues to friends, Krishnamurti answers our deepest defining questions and reveals a path to truly loving yourself, others and the world around you.
Over 4 million copy of Krishnamurti's books have sold worldwide.
- GenresPhilosophy
272 pages, Paperback
Published June 1, 2021
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About the author
J. Krishnamurti
1,336 books4,294 followersJiddu Krishnamurti was born on 11 May 1895 in Madanapalle, a small town in south India. He and his brother were adopted in their youth by Dr Annie Besant, then president of the Theosophical Society. Dr Besant and others proclaimed that Krishnamurti was to be a world teacher whose coming the Theosophists had predicted. To prepare the world for this coming, a world-wide organization called the Order of the Star in the East was formed and the young Krishnamurti was made its head.
In 1929, however, Krishnamurti renounced the role that he was expected to play, dissolved the Order with its huge following, and returned all the money and property that had been donated for this work.
From then, for nearly sixty years until his death on 17 February 1986, he travelled throughout the world talking to large audiences and to individuals about the need for a radical change in humankind.
Krishnamurti is regarded globally as one of the greatest thinkers and religious teachers of all time. He did not expound any philosophy or religion, but rather talked of the things that concern all of us in our everyday lives, of the problems of living in modern society with its violence and corruption, of the individual's search for security and happiness, and the need for humankind to free itself from inner burdens of fear, anger, hurt, and sorrow. He explained with great precision the subtle workings of the human mind, and pointed to the need for bringing to our daily life a deeply meditative and spiritual quality.
Krishnamurti belonged to no religious organization, sect or country, nor did he subscribe to any school of political or ideological thought. On the contrary, he maintained that these are the very factors that divide human beings and bring about conflict and war. He reminded his listeners again and again that we are all human beings first and not Hindus, Muslims or Christians, that we are like the rest of humanity and are not different from one another. He asked that we tread lightly on this earth without destroying ourselves or the environment. He communicated to his listeners a deep sense of respect for nature. His teachings transcend belief systems, nationalistic sentiment and sectarianism. At the same time, they give new meaning and direction to humankind's search for truth. His teaching, besides being relevant to the modern age, is timeless and universal.
Krishnamurti spoke not as a guru but as a friend, and his talks and discussions are based not on tradition-based knowledge but on his own insights into the human mind and his vision of the sacred, so he always communicates a sense of freshness and directness although the essence of his message remained unchanged over the years. When he addressed large audiences, people felt that Krishnamurti was talking to each of them personally, addressing his or her particular problem. In his private interviews, he was a compassionate teacher, listening attentively to the man or woman who came to him in sorrow, and encouraging them to heal themselves through their own understanding. Religious scholars found that his words threw new light on traditional concepts. Krishnamurti took on the challenge of modern scientists and psychologists and went with them step by step, discussed their theories and sometimes enabled them to discern the limitations of those theories. Krishnamurti left a large body of literature in the form of public talks, writings, discussions with teachers and students, with scientists and religious figures, conversations with individuals, television and radio interviews, and letters. Many of these have been published as books, and audio and video recordings.
This author also writes under: Jiddu Krishnamurti
In 1929, however, Krishnamurti renounced the role that he was expected to play, dissolved the Order with its huge following, and returned all the money and property that had been donated for this work.
From then, for nearly sixty years until his death on 17 February 1986, he travelled throughout the world talking to large audiences and to individuals about the need for a radical change in humankind.
Krishnamurti is regarded globally as one of the greatest thinkers and religious teachers of all time. He did not expound any philosophy or religion, but rather talked of the things that concern all of us in our everyday lives, of the problems of living in modern society with its violence and corruption, of the individual's search for security and happiness, and the need for humankind to free itself from inner burdens of fear, anger, hurt, and sorrow. He explained with great precision the subtle workings of the human mind, and pointed to the need for bringing to our daily life a deeply meditative and spiritual quality.
Krishnamurti belonged to no religious organization, sect or country, nor did he subscribe to any school of political or ideological thought. On the contrary, he maintained that these are the very factors that divide human beings and bring about conflict and war. He reminded his listeners again and again that we are all human beings first and not Hindus, Muslims or Christians, that we are like the rest of humanity and are not different from one another. He asked that we tread lightly on this earth without destroying ourselves or the environment. He communicated to his listeners a deep sense of respect for nature. His teachings transcend belief systems, nationalistic sentiment and sectarianism. At the same time, they give new meaning and direction to humankind's search for truth. His teaching, besides being relevant to the modern age, is timeless and universal.
Krishnamurti spoke not as a guru but as a friend, and his talks and discussions are based not on tradition-based knowledge but on his own insights into the human mind and his vision of the sacred, so he always communicates a sense of freshness and directness although the essence of his message remained unchanged over the years. When he addressed large audiences, people felt that Krishnamurti was talking to each of them personally, addressing his or her particular problem. In his private interviews, he was a compassionate teacher, listening attentively to the man or woman who came to him in sorrow, and encouraging them to heal themselves through their own understanding. Religious scholars found that his words threw new light on traditional concepts. Krishnamurti took on the challenge of modern scientists and psychologists and went with them step by step, discussed their theories and sometimes enabled them to discern the limitations of those theories. Krishnamurti left a large body of literature in the form of public talks, writings, discussions with teachers and students, with scientists and religious figures, conversations with individuals, television and radio interviews, and letters. Many of these have been published as books, and audio and video recordings.
This author also writes under: Jiddu Krishnamurti
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November 19, 2022
Krishnamurti është një dritare mençurie pa kufij....çdo rresht jep aq shumë mundësi interpretimi sa arrin të nxjerrësh nga vetja të gjitha pergjigjet të cilat mund të të mundojnë në vazhdimësi.....padyshim një ndër dijetarët më të mëdhenj dhe e rekomandoj këtë libër për këdo që s'i unë nuk gjente veten askund por njëkohësisht e gjente gjithandej...se fundmi kam rezervat e mia për përkthimin në shqip, kishte ngecje në formulim dhe ndoshta po të ishte në gjuhën e autorit do të më jepte dhe më shumë. Gjithsesi mendoj që po u njohet me një nga librat e Krishnamurtit do të donit të lexonit dhe me shumë nga ai.
July 5, 2023
The book is about relationships and how they shape all the aspects of our lives. So this seemed like an opportunity to discover a new author, a new thinker! And so I digged in. This is short book – just over 100 pages. It reads fast, and so one can easily finish it in a few sittings.
Krishnamurti emphasises on the fundamental way in which we are related to each other. Society, he says, is a sum total of human relationships. Therefore, one must understand relationships, and this is to be done by closely and patiently observing our interactions with others. How we affect others and are affected by others? In what ways we respond to others’ actions and others respond to our actions? This is the key to understanding relationships, and the self. By relationship, he means relationship between the true self, and not merely the image or perception that we carry.
Krishnamurti urges us to let go of the image that we have constructed by following the patterns and codes of the society. He asks us to question and challenges the dictums of society. True transformation will begin at an individual level, and only when we stop conforming to the dictums of the society, when we stop following the received wisdom, and discover the truth on our own. This journey, he believes, will begin through a study of the self as found in our relationships with others.
The ideas presented in the book are quite sensible and convincing. They may appear as rather vague to some, but this is so because Krishnamurti does not want us to accept any authority – even his own. And so he offers no clear-cut answers, but rather drops hints for our own path of self-discovery. My issue with the book was from an editorial point of view. It is primarily a compilation of Krishnamurti’s ideas on the topic from his earlier writings and talks. And thus, certain parts are very repetitive. Some sections seem to be having abrupt endings. I also did not like the structuration of the book into several small sections. All in all, it was a good experience. I can imagine myself picking up another book by Krishnamurti in future, or listening to some podcasts.
My Rating: *** (3/5)
Krishnamurti emphasises on the fundamental way in which we are related to each other. Society, he says, is a sum total of human relationships. Therefore, one must understand relationships, and this is to be done by closely and patiently observing our interactions with others. How we affect others and are affected by others? In what ways we respond to others’ actions and others respond to our actions? This is the key to understanding relationships, and the self. By relationship, he means relationship between the true self, and not merely the image or perception that we carry.
Krishnamurti urges us to let go of the image that we have constructed by following the patterns and codes of the society. He asks us to question and challenges the dictums of society. True transformation will begin at an individual level, and only when we stop conforming to the dictums of the society, when we stop following the received wisdom, and discover the truth on our own. This journey, he believes, will begin through a study of the self as found in our relationships with others.
The ideas presented in the book are quite sensible and convincing. They may appear as rather vague to some, but this is so because Krishnamurti does not want us to accept any authority – even his own. And so he offers no clear-cut answers, but rather drops hints for our own path of self-discovery. My issue with the book was from an editorial point of view. It is primarily a compilation of Krishnamurti’s ideas on the topic from his earlier writings and talks. And thus, certain parts are very repetitive. Some sections seem to be having abrupt endings. I also did not like the structuration of the book into several small sections. All in all, it was a good experience. I can imagine myself picking up another book by Krishnamurti in future, or listening to some podcasts.
My Rating: *** (3/5)
April 10, 2024
Kinda good, but I dont share fully the view of Khrishnamurti on many topics here. We build such an image of the divine and life and meaning, I believe God exists has an entity that generated all around us, not just life, but atoms, planets, muons and black holes, DNA and more... Life in terms of purpose is defined by each individual and has a whole the meaning of life is death, despite we all die also we keep borning... Killing and destruction is an essential part of life and we see it in nature, wether animal wether in space, because in the end we are just iterations and cycles of life, but that doesnt mean an underlying meaning, just because we can define meaning by our actions that is not the rule, just because Earth goes around the sun doenst mean someone put it there ... It's iterations. Plus the unknown in mu opinion is defined and described by words, the purpose of the unknown is to be known, and for Life prosperity it's essential that we turn the unknown into known to make better life. Last but not least the wars and so on aint based on nationality or whatever, the wars are a fight for the lack of resources for all, the common enemy is scarcity, if we have all everything we need there's no problem, if we dont fear death, if we dont die, if we feel secure and no fear we accept all, Earth, Nature, Space accepts it all, we may do whatever to Humanity we may not be around to see it but all the rest will keep existing and go on... That's the premise on which Humanity should be upon chasing, make each and every one of us immortal, and have a moral code, there will be good and bad, and we have to separate from such, maybe it's what happened to us all and being put here on Earth far from everything because we are not worthy or capable of respecting each other and build for the upcoming generations, we procrastinate and take things for granted, there's lazyness... This is what I would like Krishnamurti to talk more about.
March 25, 2025
I've been very fond of Krishnamurti's philosophy for several years now and this book connected me once again to his unique way of teaching and spreading knowledge and truth. Rather than providing answers, his approach is more about guiding individuals to explore their own questions, breaking free from mental limitations and embracing deeper clarity and freedom and I love this unconventional way of challenging traditional beliefs.
This book consists of a series of dialogues and reflections where Krishnamurti delves into questions of self-inquiry, the nature of thought, and the importance of awareness in understanding life, the unknown and the religious mind. His teachings encourage readers to look beyond conventional thought patterns and societal conditioning to discover their true nature and understanding of existence. A notable work by one of the wisest and gifted men from last century.
This book consists of a series of dialogues and reflections where Krishnamurti delves into questions of self-inquiry, the nature of thought, and the importance of awareness in understanding life, the unknown and the religious mind. His teachings encourage readers to look beyond conventional thought patterns and societal conditioning to discover their true nature and understanding of existence. A notable work by one of the wisest and gifted men from last century.
February 24, 2022
Enjoyed reading
I enjoyed reading this book. The book is very well curated and highlights the topic very concisely and makes it very clear. I am truly amazed by how reading K's multiple books covering the same topic has never felt repetitive. It is as new a topic as in any of his other books. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking.
I enjoyed reading this book. The book is very well curated and highlights the topic very concisely and makes it very clear. I am truly amazed by how reading K's multiple books covering the same topic has never felt repetitive. It is as new a topic as in any of his other books. I recommend this book to anyone who is looking.
June 25, 2021
Krishnamurti is a great inspiration - questioning many important life topics and offering wonderful insights. This book tackles the way we connect to relationships, of ourselves, of nature, of the world and of life.
October 8, 2023
everyone should read this one
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January 9, 2024This left me with a lot of questions
December 24, 2024
This is a beautiful and profound collection on quotes and beliefs from Krishnamurti to test your thinking on a whole number of subjects. A good entrance book into Krishnamurti: really recommended.
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