Urgency of Change • The Krishnamurti Podcast

Krishnamurti on Duality

Aug 7, 2024

Krishnamurti, a renowned philosopher known for his deep insights into consciousness, delves into the concept of duality. He discusses how duality is a constructed illusion that obscures the true nature of reality. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of self-awareness to navigate internal conflicts and societal divisions. Krishnamurti challenges listeners to confront their perceptions, advocating for unfiltered observation and a journey toward genuine self-identity. By understanding the interconnectedness of all things, he reveals the transformative power of awareness.

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Quick takeaways

True liberation from the conflict of duality requires profound introspection beyond analysis, focusing on the root of one's being.

Observing facts without the distortions of thought allows for intelligent responses to reality, free from societal labels and self-image.

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Understanding the Nature of Duality

Duality manifests in various forms, such as man versus woman, light versus dark, and internal conflicts like love versus hate. This inherent dualism traps individuals in a cycle of misery, as thought oscillates between opposing forces. To address this, one must not only recognize the existence of duality but deeply inquire into its origins and the mental processes that create these divisions. True liberation from this conflict requires a degree of introspection that goes beyond mere analysis; it demands a passionate engagement with the underlying root of our being.

Intro

2min

Understanding Duality

22min

The Illusion of Duality

26min

The Power of Self-Observation and Awareness

2min

Exploring Observation and Its Dual Nature

3min

The Quest for True Identity Beyond External Impressions

5min

Exploring Innocence and the Nature of Observation

4min

‘There is no duality, only the fact. But when we want to get over the fact, we create duality.’

This week’s episode on Duality has four sections.

The first extract (2:28) is from Krishnamurti’s fifth talk in Bombay 1966, and is titled: What Is Duality?

The second extract (24:15) is from the fourth talk in New Delhi 1983, and is titled: Is There Such Thing As Duality?

The third extract (32:41) is from Krishnamurti’s second talk in Bombay 1984, and is titled: The Conflict of Duality.

The final extract in this episode (52:43) is from a talk in Rome 1973, and is titled: Observation Without Duality.

Each episode of the Krishnamurti podcast features carefully selected extracts from the archives. The aim is to represent different aspects of Krishnamurti’s radical approach to many of the issues and questions we all face in our lives.

Upcoming themes include Isolation and Liberation.

This is a podcast from Krishnamurti Foundation Trust. Please visit our website at kfoundation.org, where you can find a broad collection of articles and quotes, an introduction and biography, along with a comprehensive index of topics for easy access to texts and recordings. Our online store stocks all available Krishnamurti books and ships worldwide.

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