Urgency of Change • The Krishnamurti Podcast

Krishnamurti with Huston Smith

Nov 20, 2019
In a riveting discussion, spiritual teacher J. Krishnamurti and religious studies scholar Huston Smith interrogate the essence of authority and its impact on freedom. They explore living with clarity amidst chaos, emphasizing the need for self-reliance. With a deep dive into confronting fear, they argue for open observation rather than avoidance. The conversation also investigates the link between consciousness and personal transformation, urging listeners to embrace the present and redefine their understanding of love beyond possession.
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INSIGHT

True Lucidity Requires Total Clarity

  • Lucidity requires clarity with the totality of one's being, not just intellectual understanding.
  • True lucidity means living with complete clarity amidst a confused world without relying on others' authorities.
ADVICE

Reject Methods for Clarity

  • Avoid relying on any fixed method or system to find clarity.
  • Seek freedom from authority, as following set methods is mechanical and blocks true understanding.
ADVICE

Deny Authority To Yourself

  • Free yourself completely from all psychological and social authority.
  • Don't hand over your life to others to direct, as authority breeds division and conflict.
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