To know oneself is to study oneself in action, which is relationship.
Interpretation
Understanding oneself comes through observing one's actions and interactions, particularly in relationships.
Jiddu Krishnamurti emphasizes the importance of self-awareness by suggesting that true knowledge of oneself is not found in isolation but in the context of actions and interactions with others. By engaging in relationships, one can gain insights into their behavior, motivations, and the nature of the self, thus facilitating personal growth and understanding.
In practice
In a workshop about personal development, this quote can inspire participants to reflect on their interactions.
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I believe in mysticism, with an interior goal, and you are your own temple and your own priest. I dont believe anymore in religions, because you see today there are religious wars, prejudice, false morals, and the woman is despised. Religion is too old now; its from another century, its not for today.
We have been basically persuaded that we should not talk about racism.
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Identity is a prison you can never escape, but the way to redeem your past is not to run from it, but to try to understand it, and use it as a foundation to grow.
Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
Its a bit mad. Too bad, I mean, that getting to know each just for a fleeting second Must be replaced by unperfect knowledge of the featureless whole Like some pocket history of the world, so general As to constitute a sob or wail
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