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“You haven't changed. You may say: 'I'm full of love, I'm full of truth, I'm full of knowledge, I'm full of wisdom.' I say: 'That's all nonsense. Do you behave? Are you free of fear? Are you free of ambition, greed, envy and the desire to achieve success in every field? If not, you are just playing a game. You are not serious.'”

Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

Book:A Wholly Different Way of Living
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A Wholly Different Way of Living

This book explores alternative approaches to daily life, offering insights into non-traditional ways of living and thinking. more

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Jiddu Krishnamurti
Jiddu Krishnamurti

Jiddu Krishnamurti was an Indian philosopher, speaker, and writer who lived from May 12, 1895, to February 17, 1986. He is known for his teachings on the nature of the mind, consciousness, and the path to enlightenment. Krishnamurti emphasized the importance of self-inquiry and the transformation of consciousness, and his work has had a significant impact on individuals from various walks of life. more

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