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Crime Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

“To be free from violence means everything to me. It is more important to me than sex, food, position, for this thing is corrupting me.” quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
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““To be free from violence means everything to me. It is more important to me than sex, food, position, for this thing is corrupting me.””

Jiddu Krishnamurti

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Source Speech: Lecture on Nonviolence, 1970s

Violence corrupts the self more than any material need, so true freedom requires renouncing it above all else.

In simple terms: Freedom means rejecting violence over any desire.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize nonviolence in daily choices.

Themes

peace nonviolence freedom

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • political activism
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

ethical integrity self‑purification

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does violence affect your sense of self?
  • What steps can you take to reduce aggression in your life?
A Different Perspective

Violence can be a complex social issue not easily solved by personal choice alone.

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