Concepts Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“Is the ground a philosophical concept? Has mind a relationship to the ground? Is it an idea to be investigated? Is the ground put together by thought?”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: “The Ground of Thought” by Jiddu Krishnamurti, 1965
The mind and reality are interlinked; questioning the nature of “ground” reveals how thought shapes perception.
In simple terms: Thought shapes reality.
Key Takeaway
Examine assumptions about reality.
Themes
perception
mind
reality
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- critical thinking
- creative brainstorming
- psychotherapy
Key Concepts
philosophy
cognitive science
ontological inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions about “ground” do you hold?
- How does questioning these change your view?
A Different Perspective
May be abstract for practical application.
