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Learn how to free yourself from expectation with the empowering book from the renowned spiritual teacher and bestselling author of What Are You Doing With Your Life. ‘Helped me personally break through the confines of my own self-imposed restrictions to my freedom’ Deepak Chopra, bestselling author of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success ‘One of the greatest thinkers of the age’ The Dalai Lama As humans, we have the power to make conscious choices. And yet, we are heavily influenced by everything from social media and the news to the people we surround ourselves with. We begin to focus on what is expected by others, not what we want for ourselves. In Freedom From The Known, globally respected spiritual leader and philosophical thinker Jiddu Krishnamurti reveals how we can free ourselves radically and immediately from the tyranny of the expected. Seen as one of Krishnamurti's most accessible works, this empowering guide will help you to gain a more meaningful perspective on life, helping you to: Break free from fear and expectation Learn to understand yourself and what you truly want Improve your relationships – with others and with yourself Learn to live with clarity, presence, and inner peaceWritten with eye-opening clarity, this timeless book offers a radical approach to living fully in the present moment, without fear, conflict, or limitation.

If truth can set us free, where do we find it? In The First and Last Freedom, Krishnamurti argues that we will not find truth in formal institutions, nor in organised religions and their dogmas, nor in any guru or outside authority; for, according to Krishnamurti, truth can only be realised through self-understanding. Controversial and challenging, yet always enlightening, Krishnamurti guides us through society’s common concerns, such as suffering and fear, love and loneliness, sex and death, the meaning of life, the nature of God, and personal transformation - consistently relating these topics to the essential search for pure truth and perfect freedom. This classic philosophical and spiritual study offers wisdom and insights particularly suited to our own uncertain times.

Att lyssna är en konst. För att verkligen kunna lyssna måste man lägga bort alla fördomar och dagliga vanor. När sinnet är öppet, har ni lätt att förstå, ni lyssnar med verkligt intresse. Men tyvärr lyssnar de flesta av oss fulla av opposition. Vi har avskärmat oss genom fördomar, religiösa, psykologiska eller vetenskapliga eller genom våra dagliga bekymmer och begär. Därför lyssnar vi i själva verket till våra egna tankar och inte till vad som sägs. Vi har ytterst svårt att glömma vår uppfostran, våra fördomar, våra tycken, våra antipatier, att nå bortom ordet och lyssna så att vi förstår omedelbart.Jeddu Krishnamurti kan konsten att lyssna, att ta del av människors plågor och glädjeämnen. Hans förkunnelse är inget lärosystem, och han söker inte värva några lärjungar utan framhåller ständigt att ingen annan kan lösa våra problem åt oss att lösningen ligger inom oss själva. I Tankar om livet har Krishnamurti tecknat ned samtal han haft med människor över hela världen. De rör sig om de centrala frågorna om Kärleken och Dygden, om Tron och Tystnaden, om Ensamheten och Tryggheten, om Lidandet och Tron. Om man lyssnar till Krishnamurti på det rätta sättet utan att låta tankarna flacka när sinnet är i fullständig ro så uppenbarar sig plötsligt sanningen i det som är.JEDDU KRISHNAMURTI är en av vår tids största andliga ledare. Han föddes 1895 i Sydindien och uppfostrades i England, där han kom under inflytande av teosofiska kretsar. Tidigt korades han till en Messias, vilket inte hindrat honom från att göra betydande praktiska insatser bl.a. i Röda Korset. Under de senaste femton åren har han företagit resor i Amerika, Australien, Indien och Europa och överallt har människor fått möta honom för att fritt och spontant diskutera sina problem med honom. För närvarande är han bosatt i Indien.Omtryck av boken som trycktes 1960 av Bonniers boktryckeri.Texten ovanför om Krishnamurti är tagen från omslaget och är därför inte tidsenlig.

'The material contained in this volume was originally presented in the form of talks to students, teachers and parents in India, but its keen penetration and lucid simplicity will be deeply meaningful to thoughtful people everywhere, of all ages, and in every walk of life. Krishnamurti examines with characteristic objectivity and insight the expressions of what we are pleased to call our culture, our education, religion, politics and tradition; and he throws much light on such basic emotions as ambition, greed and envy, the desire for security and the lust for power - all of which he shows to be deteriorating factors in human society.'From the Editor's Note'Krishnamurti's observations and explorations of modern man's estate are penetrating and profound, yet given with a disarming simplicity and directness. To listen to him or to read his thoughts is to face oneself and the world with an astonishing morning freshness.'Anne Marrow Lindbergh

Freedom from the Known is a perfect introduction to the works of Krishnamurti, as well as a source of wisdom and inspiration the reader will turn to time and time again. It looks inward to examine the nature of the self, and outward to show how society can be changed for the better.

In this classic work, Krishnamurti demonstrates how people can free themselves, radically and immediately, from the tyranny of the expected. By first changing themselves, individuals can then change the structures of their relationships, and eventually the whole structure of society.

In this work Krishnamurti, a spiritual teacher, cuts away the symbols and false associations in the search for pure truth and perfect freedom. The topics discussed include suffering, fear, gossip, and sex.

This is a collection of the counsellor and teacher, J. Krishnamurti's most profound observations and thoughts on how fear and dependence affect our lives and prevent us from seeing our true selves. Among the many questions Krishnamurti addresses in these teachings are: how can a mind that is afraid love?; and what can a mind that depends on attachment know of joy? He points out that the voice of ear makes the mind dull and insensitive, and argues that the roots of hidden fears, which limit us and from which we constantly seek escape, cannot be discovered through analysis of the past. Questioning whether the exercise of will can eliminate the debilitating effects of fear, he suggests, instead, that only a fundamental realization of the root of all fear can free our minds.

The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, David Bohm.The starting point of their engaging exchange is the question: If truth is something different than reality, then what place has action in daily life in relation to truth and reality? We see Bohm and Krishnamurti explore the nature of consciousness and the condition of humanity. These enlightening dialogues address issues of truth, desire awareness, tradition, and love.Limits of Thought is an important book by two very respected and important thinkers. Anyone interested to see how Krishnamurti and Bohm probe some of the most essential questions of our very existence will be drawn to this great work.

The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, David Bohm.The starting point of their engaging exchange is the question: If truth is something different than reality, then what place has action in daily life in relation to truth and reality? We see Bohm and Krishnamurti explore the nature of consciousness and the condition of humanity. These enlightening dialogues address issues of truth, desire awareness, tradition, and love.Limits of Thought is an important book by two very respected and important thinkers. Anyone interested to see how Krishnamurti and Bohm probe some of the most essential questions of our very existence will be drawn to this great work.

Many have considered Buddhism to be the religion closest in spirit to J. Krishnamurti''s spiritual teaching—even though the great teacher was famous for urging students to seek truth outside organized religion. This record of a historic encounter between Krishnamurti and a group of Buddhist scholars provides a unique opportunity to see what the great teacher had to say himself about Buddhist teachings. The conversations, which took place in London in the late 1970s, focused on human consciousness and its potential for transformation. Participants include Walpola Rahula, the renowned Sri Lankan Buddhist monk and scholar, author of the classic introductory text What the Buddha Taught.

J. Krishnamurti, one of the most beloved and renowned religious teachers of the twentieth century, often taught his students that they must look at the state of the world, with all its violence and conflict, if they are ever to understand themselves. To turn away from world events was for him not to be alive to what life has to teach. Facing a World in Crisis presents a selection of talks that Krishnamurti gave on how to live in and respond to troubling and uncertain times. His message of personal responsibility and the importance of connecting with the broader world is presented in a nonsectarian and nonpolitical way. Direct and ultimately life-affirming, Facing a World in Crisis will resonate with readers today who are looking for a new way to understand and find hope in challenging times.

In Freedom, Love, and Action, Krishnamurti points to a state of total awareness beyond mental processes. With his characteristic engaging, candid approach, Krishnamurti discusses such topics as the importance of setting the mind free from its own conditioning; the possibility of finding enlightenment in everyday activities; the inseparability of freedom, love, and action; and why it is best to love without attachment.

J. Krishnamurti was one of the most influential and widely known spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. Here, he inquires with the reader into how remembering and dwelling on past events, both pleasurable and painful, give us a false sense of continuity, causing us to suffer. His instruction is to be attentive and clear in our perceptions and to meet the challenges of life directly in each new moment.

Krishnamurti (1895–1986) went from his origins in a small south Indian village to become one of the great spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. He taught that the only way to peace on earth is the transformation of the human psyche—and that there is no path to this transformation, no method for achieving it, no gurus or spiritual authorities who can help. The transformation is a truth each of us must discover within ourselves. This classic collection of brief excerpts from Krishnamurti''s books and talks presents the essence of his teaching on meditation—a state of attention, beyond thought, which brings total freedom from authority and ambition, fears and separateness. This doubly expanded edition features even more of the great teacher''s wisdom than the original version, and also includes some never-before-published material.

In 1968—a time when young Americans were intensely questioning the values of their society—Krishnamurti gave a series of talks to college students in the United States and Puerto Rico, exploring the true meaning of freedom and rebellion. Collected in this book, these lectures are perhaps even more compelling today, when both adults and young people are searching for the key to genuine change in our world.

These selections present the core of Krishnamurti''s teaching on meditation, taken from discussions with small groups, as well as from public talks to large audiences. His main theme is the essential need to look inward, to know ourselves, in order really to understand our own—and the world''s—conflicts. We are the world, says Krishnamurti, and it is our individual chaos that creates social disorder. He offers timeless insights into the source of true freedom and wisdom.

To Be Human presents Krishnamurti''s radical vision of life in a new way. At the heart of this extraordinary collection are passages from the great teacher''s talks that amplify and clarify the nature of truth and those obstacles that often prevent us from seeing it. Most of these core teachings have not been available in print until now. Besides presenting the core of Krishnamurti''s message, the book alerts the reader to his innovative use of language, the ways in which he would use "old words with new interpretations," then gives practical examples, showing that we can clarify our understanding of life itself—and act on this new understanding. The splendid introduction by David Skitt discusses Krishnamurti''s philosophy as a guide to knowledge and experience, the roles knowledge and experience should play in our lives, and the times when it is best to cast them aside and "look and act anew." The book''s source notes will aid the inquisitive reader who wishes a deeper understanding of this great teacher''s message.

Widely recognized as one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the twentieth century, Jiddu Krishnamurti taught that in order for there to be peace in the world, we must each first make peace with ourselves. No spiritual path, leader, or personal or political philosophy will guide us in this endeavor, he said; this transformation of the human psyche is a truth that each of us must discover within. Here, Krishnamurti teaches that the war and destruction human beings wreak on each other and the environment are caused by our misplaced attachment to a sense of self and individuality that leads to aggression, competition, greed, and conflict. When we recognize that our consciousness is not individual but common to all humans, we can work together in a spirit of cooperation and compassion. Krishnamurti shows that taking personal responsibility for our actions and reactions—in our relationships and in our lives—is the necessary first step toward a global view

The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, David Bohm.The starting point of their engaging exchange is the question: If truth is something different than reality, then what place has action in daily life in relation to truth and reality? We see Bohm and Krishnamurti explore the nature of consciousness and the condition of humanity. These enlightening dialogues address issues of truth, desire awareness, tradition, and love.Limits of Thought is an important book by two very respected and important thinkers. Anyone interested to see how Krishnamurti and Bohm probe some of the most essential questions of our very existence will be drawn to this great work.

The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, David Bohm.The starting point of their engaging exchange is the question: If truth is something different than reality, then what place has action in daily life in relation to truth and reality? We see Bohm and Krishnamurti explore the nature of consciousness and the condition of humanity. These enlightening dialogues address issues of truth, desire awareness, tradition, and love.Limits of Thought is an important book by two very respected and important thinkers. Anyone interested to see how Krishnamurti and Bohm probe some of the most essential questions of our very existence will be drawn to this great work.

Learn how to free yourself from expectation with the empowering book from the renowned spiritual teacher and bestselling author of What Are You Doing With Your Life. ‘Helped me personally break through the confines of my own self-imposed restrictions to my freedom’ Deepak Chopra, bestselling author of The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success ‘One of the greatest thinkers of the age’ The Dalai Lama As humans, we have the power to make conscious choices. And yet, we are heavily influenced by everything from social media and the news to the people we surround ourselves with. We begin to focus on what is expected by others, not what we want for ourselves. In Freedom From The Known, globally respected spiritual leader and philosophical thinker Jiddu Krishnamurti reveals how we can free ourselves radically and immediately from the tyranny of the expected. Seen as one of Krishnamurti's most accessible works, this empowering guide will help you to gain a more meaningful perspective on life, helping you to: Break free from fear and expectation Learn to understand yourself and what you truly want Improve your relationships – with others and with yourself Learn to live with clarity, presence, and inner peaceWritten with eye-opening clarity, this timeless book offers a radical approach to living fully in the present moment, without fear, conflict, or limitation.

Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895-1986) rose from humble beginnings to become a leading spiritual and philosophical thinker. His works continue to influence thousands of people around the world; Joseph Campbell, Alan Watts, Eckhart Tolle and Deepak Chopra have all been indebted to him. And yet he belonged to no religion, sect or country. Nor did he subscribe to any school of political or ideological thought. On the contrary, Krishnamurti maintained that these are the very factors that divide human beings and bring about conflict and war – an approach that makes his teachings particularly appealing in our own times.The Flight of the Eagle is regarded as one of Krishnamurti’s key works, grappling with themes such as freedom, change, peace, violence and – finally – the transcendental and the unknown.