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Accepted Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti

“Truth is a pathless land, and you cannot approach it by any path whatsoever, by any religion, by any sect ... Your have to be your own teacher and your own disciple. You have to question everything that man has accepted as valuable, as necessary.” quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
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“Truth is a pathless land, and you cannot approach it by any path whatsoever, by any religion, by any sect ... Your have to be your own teacher and your own disciple. You have to question everything that man has accepted as valuable, as necessary.”

Jiddu Krishnamurti

About This Quote

Source Lecture: Freedom from the Known, 1969

Truth isn’t found through established paths or doctrines; you must be your own guide.

In simple terms: Question all accepted truths.

Key Takeaway

Think independently, question assumptions.

Themes

independence truth questioning

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • education
  • personal development
  • ethical dilemmas

Key Concepts

philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What beliefs have you accepted without scrutiny?
  • How can you practice self‑inquiry daily?
A Different Perspective

Dogma can provide comfort, making questioning hard.

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