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Death Quote by J Krishnamurti

“Things, relationship, and ideas are so transparently impermanent, we are ever made unhappy by them...Things are impermanent, they wear out and are lost; relationship is constant friction and death awaits; ideas and beliefs have no stability, no permanency. We seek happiness in them and yet do not…” quote by J Krishnamurti
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““Things, relationship, and ideas are so transparently impermanent, we are ever made unhappy by them...Things are impermanent, they wear out and are lost; relationship is constant friction and death awaits; ideas and beliefs have no stability, no permanency. We seek happiness in them and yet do not realize their impermanency. So sorrow becomes our constant companion and overcoming it our problem.””

J Krishnamurti

About This Quote

Source Lecture: The Nature of Suffering, J Krishnamurti, 1975

Impermanence of things, relationships, and ideas causes suffering; recognizing this can free us from constant sorrow.

In simple terms: Everything changes, causing unhappiness.

Key Takeaway

Accept change to reduce suffering.

Themes

impermanence ufferinguffering attachment mindfulness

Mood

thoughtful calming

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grief counseling
  • relationship counseling
  • personal growth workshops
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

transience philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you react to loss?
  • What practices help you stay present?
A Different Perspective

Some may find acceptance difficult without guidance.

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