Becoming Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“It is necessary that one be a light to oneself in a world that is becoming utterly dark.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Commentaries on Living, 1954
One must become one's own source of guidance when external darkness overwhelms.
In simple terms: Be your own light in dark times.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner clarity.
Themes
self‑reliance
spirituality
hope
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- ethical decision making
- creative work
Key Concepts
inner guidance
existential darkness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture inner light?
- What external influences dim your inner guidance?
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