J. Krishnamurti: The Freedom from the Known

About J. Krishnamurti: The Freedom from the Known

For nearly six decades until his passing in 1986 at the age of ninety, Jiddu Krishnamurti traversed the globe, delivering spontaneous and captivating discourses to large audiences. Despite his lack of a permanent home, he found moments of respite in Ojai, California, Brockwood Park, England, and Chennai, India. Krishnamurti's early life took a significant turn when he and his brother were adopted by Dr. Annie Besant, then President of the Theosophical Society. Initially hailed as a potential world teacher by Theosophists, Krishnamurti's perspective shifted dramatically in 1929. He renounced the role assigned to him, dissolved the Order of the Star in the East, and returned all assets associated with it. This bold move was accompanied by his seminal declaration: "Truth Is A Pathless Land," emphasizing the individual's journey to truth devoid of institutional or doctrinal guidance. From that pivotal moment, Krishnamurti assumed the role of an investigator rather than an authority figure, encouraging individuals to question assumptions and explore the depths of their consciousness. His extensive body of work, estimated at over 100 million words, spans more than six decades of relentless inquiry and dialogue. His teachings, compiled in numerous books and translated into multiple languages, continue to inspire seekers worldwide, inviting them to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and understanding. J. Krishnamurti's legacy endures as a guiding light, offering timeless wisdom for those who dare to challenge conventional thinking and explore the complexities of existence. The Freedom From the Known is a series of profound discussions between Professor Allan W. Anderson, Emeritus Professor of Religious Studies at San Diego State University, and J. Krishnamurti. These conversations took place at San Diego State University in 1974. At a time of unprecedented outer change in the political and social spheres, is there a fundamental inner change that is demanded of each one of us? In these eighteen dialogues, Krishnamurti suggests that relying on organized religion, science, political ideologies, or the market economy not only falls short in addressing fundamental human issues but ultimately contributes to their creation. According to Krishnamurti, the way to transcend our challenges must begin within the individual mind—through awareness of our personal perceptions of life, self, and others. During these discussions, Professor Anderson refers to many passages from both Western and Eastern religious texts, which he says align with Krishnamurti’s teachings but are often misunderstood. For more information visit www.kfa.org (https://www.kfa.org/) Stay connected: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/krishnamurtifoundationamerica) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/krishnamurtifoundation) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/KrishnamurtiEducationalCenter)

Publisher

Be Here Now Network

Category

religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 May 2024

Latest episode

1 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Ep. 18 – A Door to the Immeasurable

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore how relinquishing control and knowledge opens the mind to the immeasurable in this insightful interview.

2. 

   27 Mar 2026

   Ep. 17 – Meditation, Cultivating A Pervasive Quality of Attention

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan Anderson explore whether meditation is a separate practice or the essence of fully living in this insightful interview.

3. 

   22 Jan 2026

   Ep. 16 – An Inquiry into Religion & Authority

   J. Krishnamurti explores how mechanical living erodes curiosity and direct perception within modern society and religion.

4. 

   23 Dec 2025

   Ep. 15 – The Gods We Have Invented

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson interview explores the man-made nature of invented gods and the emptiness of modern religion.

5. 

   26 Nov 2025

   Ep. 14 – The Vitality of Death

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore how confronting the fear of death reveals life's profound vitality and beauty in this interview.

6. 

   8 Oct 2025

   Ep. 13 - A Different Way of Living

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore a conflict-free way of living by questioning assumptions about struggle and embracing present moment awareness.

7. 

   4 Sept 2025

   Ep. 12 - Defining Love Beyond Sex and Pleasure

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore love beyond sex and pleasure, revealing it as a mirror for self-knowledge and true connection in this interview.

8. 

   1 Aug 2025

   Ep. 11 - The Nature of Hurt

   J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore how religion is misunderstood and how an attentive mind moves beyond suffering in this interview.

9. 

   20 May 2025

   Ep. 10 – The Art of Seeing and Listening

   J. Krishnamurti explores how mechanical seeing and listening hinder human freedom, offering insights into true perception.

10. 

    26 Mar 2025

    Ep. 9 - The Depth of Beauty

    J. Krishnamurti explores how passion arises from embracing sorrow, revealing the profound depth of beauty in this interview.

11. 

    26 Feb 2025

    Ep. 8 - The Difference Between Pleasure and Joy

    Explaining the unfulfilling nature of pleasure, J. Krishnamurti describes joy as something that happens independently without possession. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to get the most out of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. This time on Freedom from the Known, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson discuss:The relationship between pleasure and enjoymentWhat keeps pleasure going, or, why we continuously pursue pleasureThe pleasure of possession (of people, things, and ideas)Registering beauty with complete attention and then letting it goThe possibility of delight without thoughtControlling our senses, body, thoughts, and desiresThe problem of boredom and lack of fulfillmentDiscipline within the realms of pleasure and joyThe freedom to observe our fear of pleasureConsidering what it means to attend to somethingThis talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University and curated by the Krishnamurti Foundation of America “Just be wholly there. When you see the sunset, see it completely. When you see a beautiful line of a car, see it and don’t let this thought begin. At that moment be supremely attentive, completely with your mind, your body, your nose, your eyes, your ears, everything and thought doesn’t come through at all.“ – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12. 

    23 Jan 2025

    Ep. 7 - Natural vs. Unnatural Desire

    Discussing natural vs. unnatural desire, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Anderson explore the destructive seduction of consumerism. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to get the most out of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. In this episode, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore:What it means to be intrinsically freeThe deep, internal roots of pleasure and fearDesire in relation to appetite (physical vs. psychological appetite)Our invested interest in self-seduction and the effects of consumerismHow desire is born and cultured into each one of usPerception, contact, and sensation as the precursors to desireThe cruelty of self-deception and understanding the nature of pleasure Investigating the truth of fear and moving beyond itHow humans seek power and control via abolishing pleasurePleasure’s relationship to enjoyment and true happiness This talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University and curated by the Krishnamurti Foundation of America "We are not condemning pleasure, we are trying to understand why pleasure has become such a strong importance in life; pleasure of enlightenment, pleasure of sex, pleasure of possession, of knowledge, of power.” – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13. 

    23 Dec 2024

    Ep. 6 - Fear and the Pursuit of Pleasure

    Continuing his talk with Dr. Allan W. Anderson, J. Krishnamurti explains how thought and the pursuit of pleasure are at the root of all fears. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to get the most out of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. This time on Freedom from the Known, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson discuss:The connection of fear and pleasureConscious and unconscious fearsThe necessity of security for the individual and for humanityHow national division has destroyed our physical securityFear of public opinion and judgement from othersSelf-identification and the fear of non-beingHow thought produces fearObserving without the interference of thoughtThe transformation of fearThis talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University “Fear is a dreadful thing. It darkens the world, it destroys everything. I don’t think we can discuss fear without also discussing the pursuit of pleasure.” – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14. 

    24 Oct 2024

    Ep. 5 – Making Sense Of Our Disorder

    J. Krishnamurti returns to explain how we must grasp the movement of disorder to have and maintain an orderly life.

15. 

    25 Sept 2024

    Ep. 4 - Freedom & Responsibility

    Exploring responsibility, J. Krishnamurti explains that freedom isn’t the absence of constraints, but rather the ability to act with awareness. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to catch all of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. This week, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson philosophize about:The distinction between being ‘responsible for’ and being responsibleResponsibility as the ground within action takes placeWhy acting must be free from the pastHaving a mind that thinks clearlyHow choice exists when there is confusionHuman responsibility in relationshipHow images of each other prevent real relationshipsBeauty as goodness in behavior and actionFact an abstraction of factThe responsibility of being a parent and educating childrenCare in relation to responsibilityHow freedom implies responsibility, not negligenceThe act of learning all the timeAbout J. Krishnamurti: For nearly six decades until his passing in 1986 at the age of ninety, Jiddu Krishnamurti traversed the globe, delivering spontaneous and captivating discourses to large audiences. Krishnamurti assumed the role of an investigator rather than an authority figure, encouraging individuals to question assumptions and explore the depths of their consciousness. His extensive body of work, estimated at over 100 million words, spans more than six decades of relentless inquiry and dialogue. His teachings, compiled in numerous books and translated into multiple languages, continue to inspire seekers worldwide, inviting them to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and understanding. J. Krishnamurti’s legacy endures as a guiding light, offering timeless wisdom for those who dare to challenge conventional thinking and explore the complexities of existence. About Dr. Allan W. Anderson: Dr. Allan Anderson was a poet, author, Professor Emeritus, beloved teacher, scholar of the Oracular Tradition, and a gifted religious linguist. He helped to form the Department of Religious Studies at San Diego State College in 1969. Dr. Anderson later became chair of that department, specializing in Eastern Religions, until his retirement in 1985. This talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University and was provided by the Krishnamurti Foundation Of America “Freedom implies responsibility and therefore freedom responsibility means care, not negligence. Not doing what you want to do.“ – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

16. 

    12 Aug 2024

    Ep. 3 - What is Communication with Others?

    Inspecting the quality of responsibility, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Anderson discuss how adequate communication can help the response to global crises. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to catch all of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. In this episode, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson speak about:Walking together on the same path of communicationThe art of listening and giving complete attentionBeing in communion with each otherMaintaining seriousness and passion throughout conversationResponding adequately when talking to othersThe connection of all human beings through sufferingHuman beings as the sustainers of chaos and destructionThe observer as the pastNegating the immorality of societyReligions as being based on self-denialFreedom and responsibility in relationshipBeing a light to yourselfTotal commitment to responding completely to crisesAbout J. Krishnamurti: For nearly six decades until his passing in 1986 at the age of ninety, Jiddu Krishnamurti traversed the globe, delivering spontaneous and captivating discourses to large audiences. Krishnamurti assumed the role of an investigator rather than an authority figure, encouraging individuals to question assumptions and explore the depths of their consciousness. His extensive body of work, estimated at over 100 million words, spans more than six decades of relentless inquiry and dialogue. His teachings, compiled in numerous books and translated into multiple languages, continue to inspire seekers worldwide, inviting them to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and understanding. J. Krishnamurti’s legacy endures as a guiding light, offering timeless wisdom for those who dare to challenge conventional thinking and explore the complexities of existence. About Dr. Allan W. Anderson: Dr. Allan Anderson was a poet, author, Professor Emeritus, beloved teacher, scholar of the Oracular Tradition, and a gifted religious linguist. He helped to form the Department of Religious Studies at San Diego State College in 1969. Dr. Anderson later became chair of that department, specializing in Eastern Religions, until his retirement in 1985. This talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University and was provided by the Krishnamurti Foundation Of America “To be in communion with each other, both of us must be serious about the same problem, at the same time, with the same passion, otherwise it is not communication. If you’re not interested in what is being said, you’ll think of something else and communication stops.” – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

17. 

    15 Jul 2024

    Ep. 2 - Knowledge & Human Relationships

    Continuing his dialogue with Dr. Allan W. Anderson, J. Krishnamurti discusses how freeing the mind of the observer is the only way that true relationships with one another can exist. Just joining the podcast? Be sure to start with Ep. 1: Knowledge & Transformation to catch all of this 18-part dialogue on consciousness, spirituality, and navigating life with J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson. This time on Freedom from the Known, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson speak about:Looking into the “I” and the observerCreativity, knowledge, and the absence of noveltyFreedom which brings about inner austerityThe utmost importance of human relationshipsHow our own pursuits and ambitions separate us from othersThe division which comes from the observer (I)Why human beings are so violent with each otherVirtue and orderliness within relationshipsThe act of listening as a stimulant for connectionAbout J. Krishnamurti: For nearly six decades until his passing in 1986 at the age of ninety, Jiddu Krishnamurti traversed the globe, delivering spontaneous and captivating discourses to large audiences. Krishnamurti assumed the role of an investigator rather than an authority figure, encouraging individuals to question assumptions and explore the depths of their consciousness. His extensive body of work, estimated at over 100 million words, spans more than six decades of relentless inquiry and dialogue. His teachings, compiled in numerous books and translated into multiple languages, continue to inspire seekers worldwide, inviting them to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and understanding. J. Krishnamurti’s legacy endures as a guiding light, offering timeless wisdom for those who dare to challenge conventional thinking and explore the complexities of existence. About Dr. Allan W. Anderson: Dr. Allan Anderson was a poet, author, Professor Emeritus, beloved teacher, scholar of the Oracular Tradition, and a gifted religious linguist. He helped to form the Department of Religious Studies at San Diego State College in 1969. Dr. Anderson later became chair of that department, specializing in Eastern Religions, until his retirement in 1985. This talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University and was provided by the Krishnamurti Foundation Of America “There is really no relationship at all. I may sleep with my wife and so on and so on, but actually there is no relationship. Because I have my own pursuits, my own ambitions, my own idiosyncrasies, and she has hers. So we are always separate and therefore always in battle with each other which means the observer (as the past) is the factor of division.” – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18. 

    9 May 2024

    Ep. 1 - Knowledge & Transformation

    J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson explore transcending the degeneration of our culture through individual transformation. This talk was originally recorded in 1974 at San Diego State University (https://csu-sdsu.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/fulldisplay?docid=alma991010340729702917&context=L&vid=01CALS_SDL:01CALS_SDL&lang=en&search_scope=MyInst_and_CI&adaptor=Local%20Search%20Engine&tab=Everything&query=any,contains,Krishnamurti%20AND%20Anderson&mode=advanced&offset=0) In this inaugural episode, J. Krishnamurti and Dr. Allan W. Anderson illuminate: The degeneration of literature, art, religion and culture Undergoing radical transformation on an individual level Moving from fragmentation to wholeness The oneness of society and individual The non-temporal relationship between action and understanding Cultures of superficiality without any ground in the beauty of goodness The limits of knowledge and finding freedom from it What it means to end knowledge and be in the present The brain’s impulsive function to record Being a light to oneself About Allan W. Anderson: Dr. Allan Anderson was a poet, author, Professor Emeritus, beloved teacher, scholar of the Oracular Tradition, and a gifted religious linguist. He helped to form the Department of Religious Studies at San Diego State College in 1969. Dr. Anderson later became chair of that department, specializing in Eastern Religions, until his retirement in 1985. For more information about J. Krishnamurti visit www.kfa.org (https://www.kfa.org/) “It isn’t society first or individual first; it is the human change which will transform the society. They’re not two separate things.” – J. Krishnamurti See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info).

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• J Krishnamurti
• Dr Allan W Anderson
• Dr Allan Anderson
• Allan W Anderson
• Jiddu Krishnamurti

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