Men Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
“The real is near, you do not have to seek it; and a man who seeks truth will never find it. Truth is in what is - and that is the beauty of it. But the moment you conceive it, the moment you seek it, you begin to struggle; and a man who struggles cannot understand. That is why we have to be still, observant, passively aware.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Philosophical talk, 1975
Truth is inherent and cannot be pursued; stillness and observation reveal it.
In simple terms: Truth is present, not to be sought.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate quiet awareness to perceive truth.
Themes
mindfulness
truth
stillness
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- conflict resolution
- creative problem solving
- teaching philosophy
Key Concepts
non‑dual awareness
observational insight
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be still in daily life?
- How can you practice passive awareness?
A Different Perspective
Seeking can create mental struggle and distortion.
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