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“How very important it is to bring about in the human mind the radical revolution. The crisis is a crisis in consciousness, a crisis that cannot anymore accept the old norms, the old patterns, the ancient traditions. Considering what the world is now with all the misery, conflict, destructive…” quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
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“How very important it is to bring about in the human mind the radical revolution. The crisis is a crisis in consciousness, a crisis that cannot anymore accept the old norms, the old patterns, the ancient traditions. Considering what the world is now with all the misery, conflict, destructive brutality, aggression and so on... man is still as he was, is still brutal, violent, aggressive, acquisitive, competitive and has built a society along these lines.”

Jiddu Krishnamurti

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Human consciousness must undergo a profound transformation to escape entrenched violence and competition.

In simple terms: Mind must radically change to end cruelty.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner transformation.

Themes

consciousness violence societal change

Mood

reflective urgent

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • education reform
  • peacebuilding initiatives
  • community dialogue

Key Concepts

radical shift human nature collective awakening

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner beliefs sustain aggression?
  • How can societies support collective awakening?
A Different Perspective

Change is hindered by deep‑seated habits and systemic power structures.

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