The Natural State (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Radical Dialogues on Consciousness, Enlightenment, Desire, and the Collapse of Spiritual SeekingBy U. G. Krishnamurti
Length8h 55m
About this audiobook
The Natural State presents U. G. Krishnamurti's uncompromising reflections on consciousness, enlightenment, desire, and the body's intelligence. Cast largely in the idiom of dialogue and aphoristic provocation, the book resists conventional spiritual exposition: it dismantles inherited religious vocabulary even as it addresses the central questions of Indian and modern philosophical inquiry. Its style is austere, confrontational, and paradoxically lucid, situating it beside anti-systematic works that challenge the authority of gurus, scriptures, and psychological self-improvement. U. G. Krishnamurti, often distinguished from J. Krishnamurti, emerged from a milieu deeply saturated with Theosophy, Vedanta, and the modern search for liberation. Yet his life led him away from discipleship and doctrine toward a radical rejection of the very quest for transcendence. His reported physiological and existential "calamity" became the basis for his insistence that the so-called natural state is not an attainment but the collapse of seeking itself. This book is recommended for readers interested in philosophy, spirituality, and the critique of religious experience. It will especially reward those willing to encounter a voice that offers no consolation, method, or promise—only a fierce challenge to the assumptions behind the search for meaning.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length8 hrs 55 mins
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Publish dateMar 27, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Natural State (Annotated)
83. 1983-1984: Amsterdam
2Introduction
94. 1985-1990: India, Switzerland, Australia, Netherlands and U.K.
3Historical Context
105. 1990: Various Places
4Synopsis (Selection)
11Analysis
51. 1972-1980: India and Switzerland (pt. 1)
12Reflection
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61. 1972-1980: India and Switzerland (pt. 2)
13Memorable Quotes
72. 1982: India, Switzerland and California
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