Life Quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti
““What is important is to consider life not as an inner and outer, but as a whole, as a total undivided movement. Then action has quite a different meaning, for then it is not partial. It is fragmented or partial action that adds to the cloud of misery. The good is not the opposite of evil. The good has no relation to evil, and the good cannot be pursued. It flowers only when suffering is not.””
About This Quote
Source Lecture: "The Whole of Life", 1960s
True action arises from an undivided, holistic view of life, not fragmented efforts tied to good versus evil.
In simple terms: Act from wholeness, not partiality.
Key Takeaway
Seek integrated action.
Themes
philosophy
wholeness
action
good
evil
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- conflict resolution
- creative work
- social activism
Key Concepts
non‑dualism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing life as a whole change your actions?
- Can suffering be a catalyst for growth?
A Different Perspective
Dividing life into good/evil can limit understanding of complex reality.
