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Action Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

“The only thing that really matters is that there be an action of goodness, love and intelligence in living. Is goodness individual or collective, is love personal or impersonal, is intelligence yours, mine or somebody else? If it is yours or mine then it is not intelligence, or love, or goodness…” quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
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“The only thing that really matters is that there be an action of goodness, love and intelligence in living. Is goodness individual or collective, is love personal or impersonal, is intelligence yours, mine or somebody else? If it is yours or mine then it is not intelligence, or love, or goodness. If goodness is an affair of the individual or of the collective, according to one's particular preference or decision, then it is no longer goodness.”

Jiddu Krishnamurti

About This Quote

True value lies in actions rooted in goodness, love, and intelligence, which must transcend individual or collective labels to remain authentic.

In simple terms: Goodness, love, and intelligence must be authentic, not just labels.

Key Takeaway

Act from genuine goodness, love, and intelligence.

Themes

ethics love intelligence authenticity collectivism

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive philosophical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal decision‑making
  • community service
  • education
  • leadership
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does authentic love look like in daily life?
  • How can you measure intelligence beyond personal bias?
A Different Perspective

Defining these concepts can become abstract and hinder practical application.

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