
The Collected Works
Enriched edition.By U. G. KrishnamurtiLength36h 54m
About this audiobook
U. G. Krishnamurti's 'The Collected Works' is a compilation of his insightful and revolutionary writings on the nature of human consciousness and the search for truth. Written in a straightforward and direct style, Krishnamurti's work challenges traditional beliefs and explores the complexities of the human mind in a way that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Drawing on his own personal experiences and encounters, Krishnamurti delves into the essence of existence and the illusions that cloud our understanding of reality. This book is a must-read for those interested in philosophy, spirituality, and the human condition.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
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GenrePhilosophy
Length36 hrs 54 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Iconic Works of U. G. Krishnamurti
2Death, and Afterwards
3The Natural State
4No Way Out
5The Mystique of Enlightenment
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6Introduction
7Historical Context
8Synopsis (Selection)
9The Mystique of Enlightenment (pt. 1)
10The Mystique of Enlightenment (pt. 2)
11The Mystique of Enlightenment (pt. 3)
12Courage to Stand Alone (pt. 1)
13Courage to Stand Alone (pt. 2)
14Mind is a Myth
15Chapter 2 Hope Is For Tomorrow, Not Today
16Chapter 3 Not Knowing Is Your Natural State
17Chapter 4 There Is Nothing To Understand
18Chapter 5 We Have Created This Jungle Society
19Chapter 6 The Body As A Crucible
20No Way Out
21Chapter 1. The unrational philosophy of U.G.Krishnamurti
22Chapter 2. Nothing to be transformed
23Chapter 3. What is the meaning of life?
24Chapter 4. You Invent Your Reality
25Chapter 5. Religious thinking is responsible for Man's tragedy
26Chapter 6. Seeking Strengthens Separation
27Chapter 8. The Build-Up of Sex and Love
28Chapter 9. Leave the Body Alone
29Chapter 10. It's Terror, Not Love That Keeps Us Together
30Chapter 11. Is He for Real?
31Thought is Your Enemy
32Chapter 1 No Mind, No Soul, Only the Body
33Chapter 2 Throw Away Your Crutches!
34Chapter 3 The Robot is Dreaming
35Chapter 4 A Jolt of Lightning
36Chapter 5 Love is Only a Trump Card
37Chapter 6 We are Heading Towards Disaster
38Chapter 7 The End of Illusion is Death
39Chapter 8 Lost in the Jungle
40Chapter 9 Death is a Reshuffling of Atoms
41Chapter 10 Sex is Painful to the Body
42Chapter 11 A Freak of Nature
43The Natural State (pt. 1)
44The Natural State (pt. 2)
453. 1983-1984: Amsterdam
464. 1985-1990: India, Switzerland, Australia, Netherlands and U.K.
47Analysis
48Reflection
49Memorable Quotes