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“The questioner has to come to an end. It is the questioner that creates the answer; and the questioner comes into being from the answer, otherwise there is no questioner.” quote by U.G. Krishnamurti
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“The questioner has to come to an end. It is the questioner that creates the answer; and the questioner comes into being from the answer, otherwise there is no questioner.”

U.G. Krishnamurti

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Source Lecture: The Nature of Questioning, 1970s

The act of questioning creates the answer, and the questioner exists only through the answer, so questioning and answering are inseparable.

In simple terms: Questioning and answering are one process.

Key Takeaway

Recognize that inquiry and insight arise together.

Themes

philosophy self‑inquiry knowledge

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • educational dialogue
  • creative problem solving
  • meditation
  • research

Key Concepts

epistemology paradox self‑creation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to be a questioner?
  • How does answer shape your identity?
A Different Perspective

Can lead to endless loops without practical resolution.

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