Jiddu Krishnamurti

Here is a selection of books from the author Jiddu Krishnamurti. We have chosen specific authors, that we feel at spiritualitybookshop.com, warrant a section devoted only to their books.

Jiddu Krishnamurti was born on 11 May 1895 in Madanapalle, a small town in south India. He and his brother were adopted in their youth by Dr Annie Besant, then president of the Theosophical Society. Dr Besant and others proclaimed that Krishnamurti was to be a world teacher whose coming the Theosophists had predicted. To prepare the world for this coming, a world-wide organization called the Order of the Star in the East was formed and the young Krishnamurti was made its head.

In 1929, however, Krishnamurti renounced the role that he was expected to play, dissolved the Order with its huge following, and returned all the money and property that had been donated for this work.

From then, for nearly sixty years until his death on 17 February 1986, he travelled throughout the world talking to large audiences and to individuals about the need for a radical change in mankind.

Krishnamurti is regarded globally as one of the greatest thinkers and religious teachers of all time. He did not expound any philosophy or religion, but rather talked of the things that concern all of us in our everyday lives, of the problems of living in modern society with its violence and corruption, of the individual’s search for security and happiness, and the need for mankind to free itself from inner burdens of fear, anger, hurt, and sorrow.

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At the Feet of the Master by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$11.95 USD

Synopsis: The privilege is given to me, as an elder, to pen a word of introduction to this little book, the first written by a younger Brother, young in body verily, but not in Soul. The teachings contained in it were given to him by his Master in preparing him for Initiation, and were written down by him from memory…Read More

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Commentaries on Living I by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.95 USD

Synopsis: Aldous Huxley encouraged J. Krishnamurti to write these commentaries on life, which consists of a series of a dialogues with ordinary human beings whom Krishnamurti met in different parts of the world. Set in India, Europe and America, against a wide variety of landscapes, the…Read More

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Commentaries on Living II by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.95 USD

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Commentaries on Living III by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$18.95 USD

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Freedom from the Known by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$13.99 USD

Synopsis: Krishnamurti shows how people can free themselves radically and immediately from the tyranny of the expected, no matter what their age–opening the door to transforming society and their relationships. Chapter One: “Man’s Search-The Tortured Mind-the Traditional Approach…Read More

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Inward Revolution by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$16.00 USD

Synopsis: J. Krishnamurti was one of the most influential and widely known spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. Here, he inquires with the reader into how remembering and dwelling on past events, both pleasurable and painful, give us a false sense of continuity, causing us to suffer…Read More

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Krishnamurti: Reflections on the Self by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$17.95 USD

Synopsis: Described by the Dalai Lama as “one of the greatest thinkers of the age”, Jiddu Krishnamurti has influenced millions throughout the 20th century, including Aldous Huxley, Bertrand Russell, Henry Miller and Joseph Campbell. Born of middle-class Brahmin parents in 1895, Krishnamurti…Read More

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Krishnamurtis Notebook by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$17.95 USD

Synopsis: When Krishnamurtis Notebook first became available in 1976, it was soon realized that it was a spiritually unique document giving his perceptions and experiences and describing his states of consciousness. It is a kind of diary but one that is little concerned with the day to day process of living…Read More

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Life Ahead by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.95 USD

Synopsis: Life Ahead presents lessons that move far beyond the traditional forms of education taught in most schools and colleges. Drawn from transcripts of talks given to Indian students, the book covers a wide range of universal topics. In short, accessible chapters, Krishnamurti explores the danger of competition, the value of solitude, the need to…Read More

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Life in Freedom by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$18.95 USD

Synopsis: This book was compiled by the author from Camp Fire addresses given in Benares, Ojai and Ommen during 1928. Contents: purpose of life; happiness and desire; understanding; the search; stand in your own strength; hidden well; by in love with life; time; formless creation…Read More

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Meditations (Shambhala Classics) by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.95 USD

Synopsis: This collection of short, inspirational readings on the art of meditation is from one of the world’s best-selling spiritual writers. This is the best of Krishnamurti’s thought on meditation. In crystalline language he presents meditation as a state of attention beyond thought, which brings total…Read More

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On Fear by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$12.99 USD

Synopsis: This is a collection of the counsellor and teacher, J. Krishnamurti’s most profound observations and thoughts on how fear and dependence affect our lives and prevent us from seeing our true selves. Among the many questions Krishnamurti addresses in these teachings are: how can a mind that is afraid love?; and what…Read More

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On God by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$13.95 USD

Synopsis: “On God” contemplates our search for the sacred. “Sometimes you think life is mechanical, and at other times when there is sorrow and confusion, you revert to faith, looking to a supreme being for guidance and help. Krishnamurti explores the futility of seeking knowledge of the “unknowable” and shows that it is only when we have ceased…Read More

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On Love and Loneliness by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$13.99 USD

Synopsis: A supreme teacher who claimed no disciples, Krishnamurti’s teachings spawned a generation of individual seekers whose spiritual views are shaped by their own unique experiences. On Love and Loneliness explores the subtle role of “true relationships” that occur…Read More

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On Relationship by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$13.99 USD

Synopsis: In 1950, Krishnamurti said: “If we are concerned with our own lives, if we understand our relationship with others, we will have created a new society; otherwise, we will but perpetuate the present chaotic mess and confusion. Providing a far-reaching basis for solving many of the…Read More

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Talks with American Students by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$20.00 USD

Synopsis: Most of us in this confused and brutal world try to carve out a private life of our own, a life in which we can be happy and peaceful and yet live with the thing of this world. We seem to think that the daily life we lead, the life of struggle, conflict, pain and sorrow, is something separate from the outer…Read More

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The Awakening Of Intelligence by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$18.00 USD

Synopsis: This comprehensive record of Krishnamurti’s teaching is an excellent, wide-ranging introduction to the great philosopher’s thought. Within general discussion of conflict, fear, violence, religious experience, self-knowledge, and intelligence, Krishnamurti examines specific issues, such…Read More

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The Book of Life by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$16.00 USD

Synopsis: Celebrating the centennial of the birth of a modern spiritual luminary, J. Krishnamurti, “The Book of Life” presents 365 timeless daily meditations culled from the beloved teacher’s foundational lectures and writings. Contains passages on a new theme for each week of the year, with each topic…Read More

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Think on These Things by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.00 USD

Synopsis: The material contained in this volume was originally presented in the form of talks to students, teachers and parents in India, but its keen penetration and lucid simplicity will be deeply meaningful to thoughtful people everywhere, of all ages, and in every walk of life. Krishnamurti examines…Read More

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This Light in Oneself by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$12.00 USD

Synopsis: These selections present the core of Krishnamurti’s teaching on meditation, taken from discussions with small groups, as well as from public talks to large audiences. His main theme is the essential need to look inward, to know ourselves, in order really to understand…Read More

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To Be Human by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$14.95 USD

Synopsis: To Be Human presents Krishnamurti’s radical vision of life in a new way. At the heart of this extraordinary collection are passages from the great teacher’s talks that amplify and clarify the nature of truth and those obstacles that often prevent us from seeing it. Most of these core teachings have not been available in print until now…Read More

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Total Freedom: The Essential Krishnamurti by Jiddu Krishnamurti

$19.99 USD

Synopsis: Counted among his admirers are Jonas Salk, Aldous Huxley, David Hockney, and Van Morrison, along with countless other philosophers, artist, writers and students of the spiritual path. Now the trustees of Krishnamurti’s work have gathered his very best and most illuminating writings and talks…Read More