‘When the mind sees thought is the creator of illusion, you have an insight into the whole nature of illusion. It is that insight that dissolves all illusions.’
This week’s episode on Illusion has three sections.
The first extract (2:36) is from Krishnamurti’s third talk in Saanen 1979, titled: Security in Illusion.
The second extract (37:56) is from the sec ... Show More
Feb 25
Krishnamurti on Suffering
‘We want suffering to be diluted, alleviated, put away, explained away. But that doesn't help us to understand suffering.’ This episode on Suffering has four sections. The first extract (2:33) is from Krishnamurti’s second talk in Saanen 1975, and is titled: Vast Human Suffering. ... Show More
1h 10m
Feb 11
Krishnamurti on Discovery
‘It is one of the most marvellous things in life to discover something unexpectedly, spontaneously, without premeditation, without preparing; to come upon something instantly and see the beauty of it, the sacredness of it, the reality of it.’ This episode on Discovery has three s ... Show More
1h 6m
Jan 28
Krishnamurti on The Structure of Society
‘You can only be spiritual when you destroy the social structure of your being, which is, the world in which you live, the world of ambition, greed, envy and seeking power.’ This episode on The Structure of Society has two sections. The first extract (2:51) is from Krishnamurti’s ... Show More
1h 12m
Feb 2023
Monima Chadha, "Selfless Minds: A Contemporary Perspective on Vasubandhu's Metaphysics" (Oxford UP, 2022)
Buddhists are famous for their thesis that selves do not exist. But if they are right, what would that thesis mean for our apparent sense of self and for ordinary practices involving selves—or at least persons? In Selfless Minds: A Contemporary Perspective on Vasubandhu’s Metaphy ... Show More
1h 5m
Jun 2023
178: Chakra Energy Leaks Part 1 – Crown, Third Eye, Throat, and Heart Chakras
<p>Today we’re talking about energy using the definition “our power to do inner work” (a close translation of the Sanskrit word <em>shakti)</em> and how we might be leaking that energy from our chakras. We'll discuss the ways in which we lose energy - our power - through thes ... Show More
17m 27s
Sep 2023
Ep. 197 - Exploring the Most Comforting Psalms
<p>Today’s podcast episode delves into the rich history of the Psalms and their pivotal role in shaping Israel's spiritual life. The Psalms, though ancient, remain as relevant today as they were when they were written. They guide us, inspire us, and provide solace during tim ... Show More
49m 44s