Transcripts and essays derived from Prof. Krishna's talks and presentations
Personal recollections, articles and dialogs shedding light on the philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti and his teachings.
Personal reflections on J. Krishnamurti as a 'liberated soul' whose extraordinary consciousness and teachings transcended conventional descriptions, sharing Prof. Krishna's transformative encounters with this remarkable spiritual teacher.
Read More →It explores how Jiddu Krishnamurti emphasized that true transformation arises from direct perception and self-knowledge, rather than through organized religions, prescribed paths, or practiced virtues.
Read More →It examines how both figures, despite their outward differences, were united in their pursuit of truth and inner transformation, with Gandhi focusing on social reforms and political independence, while Krishnamurti emphasized individual consciousness change as the foundation for societal change.
Read More →It examines how both Besant and Krishnamurti dedicated their lives to the pursuit of truth, with Besant's fearless passion for truth and Krishnamurti's emphasis on inner transformation highlighting their shared commitment to spiritual awakening.
Read More →Prof. P. Krishna and Mrs. Radha Burnier discuss how Krishnamurti's teachings and the essence of Theosophy converge on perceiving eternal truths beyond conceptual conditioning, highlighting that genuine wisdom and spiritual understanding transcend all forms of organized beliefs.
Read More →A dialog between Vimala Thakkar and Prof. P. Krishna that explores aspects of the spiritual quest for truth, and Vimalaji's reflections.
Read More →Exploring various philosophical questions such as non-violence, science & spirituality, a holistic percention of reality, the impact of science on society, etc.
This talk emphasizes that science and spirituality are complementary inquiries into one reality—science exploring external order, spirituality exploring inner consciousness—and apparent conflicts arise from narrow viewpoints.
Read More →An exploration of how our fragmented view of reality limits our understanding and the need for a more holistic approach that transcends specialization.
Read More →Krishnamurti's approach to dialogue as a means of religious inquiry into Truth, distinguishing between knowledge of truth and realization of truth.
Read More →Exploring the meaning of holistic living, the role of consciousness, the ego, and the quest for truth beyond conceptual answers, drawing from Krishnamurti's perspective.
Read More →An investigation into how our present actions and understanding create the foundation for our future, both individually and collectively.
Read More →This talk explains Ahimsa (non-violence) as an inner journey of self-awareness and the elimination of deep-seated illusions, essential for ending violence and fostering genuine harmony.
Read More →This talk investigates how our psychological condition remains largely unchanged through time due to persistent illusions, arguing that true change arises only from direct perception of truth, not gradual evolution.
Read More →This talk explores how rapid scientific advancement has transformed society externally but failed to reduce human violence or psychological suffering, stressing the need for wisdom and universal responsibility to guide our use of scientific knowledge.
Read More →This talk examines the nature of the ego, proposing that it is an illusion created by psychological memory and self-centered imagination. True freedom, it suggests, lies in understanding and dissolving this illusory self, thus transforming our relationships and ending personal and social conflict.
Read More →This talk examines the practicality of Krishnamurti's teachings by questioning if they address immediate social issues, deeper psychological conflicts, and the possibility of achieving fundamental transformation through self-knowledge.
Read More →This talk examines whether there is a path to truth, exploring how true wisdom arises not through knowledge or effort but through deep insight, awareness, and the dissolution of illusions—particularly the ego, which distorts perception and obstructs genuine understanding.
Read More →This talk examines why, despite vast technological and intellectual advancements, humanity has not evolved psychologically, highlighting that true progress requires the dissolution of the ego and deeper self-awareness.
Read More →This talk examines why happiness remains elusive, suggesting that the pursuit of future happiness through desires creates an endless cycle of frustration, boredom, and conflict, and emphasizes that true happiness lies in living fully in the present, free from comparison, ambition, and dependence.
Read More →This talk emphasizes that global violence arises from inner division and self-centeredness, urging individual responsibility in transforming consciousness to truly end violence.
Read More →This talk emphasizes that divisions among people are illusions created by superficial identities, urging a deeper understanding of our shared humanity to dissolve these divisions.
Read More →Exploring Krishnamurti's profound statement: "You are the world".
This talk explores the profound statement "You are the world," by questioning the nature of our relationship with the universe, examining identity, ownership, and division, and inquiring deeply into whether the sense of a separate "me" is reality or illusion.
Read More →This talk explores how our identification with personal, social, and national boundaries creates divisions and contributes directly to global conflict and violence, emphasizing the profound responsibility we each bear for societal issues through self-awareness and inner transformation.
Read More →This talk explores our relationship with fellow human beings, questioning whether divisions based on differences such as nationality, race, or religion are real or illusions, and suggesting that genuine relationship arises when we see each other without comparison or measurement, simply as fellow travelers in the quest for truth.
Read More →This talk explores our relationship with ourselves, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's inner consciousness as a friend, observing it without judgment or identification, and suggesting that true transformation occurs not through willpower or external changes but through direct, insightful self-awareness.
Read More →This talk investigates the roots of conflict in relationships, emphasizing that true harmony arises when we stop approaching life egotistically, seeking fulfillment and gratification, and instead relate openly and selflessly without expectations.
Read More →Exploring holistic approaches to education that develop both intellectual capacity and human values.
This talk emphasizes the profound responsibility in educating children by cultivating their innate capacities holistically, advocating a nurturing, non-competitive environment that fosters genuine happiness, sensitivity, and lifelong curiosity.
Read More →This talk explores the critical need for a new vision of education in the 21st century, emphasizing holistic human development, global citizenship, cooperative values, inquiry-based learning, and inner transformation, to address contemporary problems like conflict, environmental crises, and social fragmentation.
Read More →An exploration of the core principles and challenges in establishing an educational environment aligned with Krishnamurti's teachings, emphasizing holistic development and right living.
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