U. G. Krishnamurti

The Mystique of Enlightenment (eBook, ePUB)

Challenging Traditional Notions: A Radical Perspective on Enlightenment and Existence

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The Mystique of Enlightenment' by U. G. Krishnamurti, the author challenges traditional notions of enlightenment and spirituality, presenting a radical and uncompromising perspective on the nature of human existence. Through a series of dialogues and reflections, Krishnamurti explores the futility of seeking enlightenment and the illusion of the self, urging readers to embrace the uncertainty and chaos of life. His unconventional literary style, characterized by paradoxical statements and provocative language, disrupts conventional thinking and forces readers to reexamine their beliefs about reality and enlightenment. This book stands as a revolutionary work in the field of spiritual literature, pushing boundaries and questioning established norms. U. G. Krishnamurti's rejection of traditional spiritual teachings and his insistence on the futility of seeking enlightenment stem from his own personal experiences and reflections. Having renounced his role as a spiritual teacher, Krishnamurti's insights into the human condition are raw and unfiltered, challenging readers to confront their own illusions and perceptions. 'The Mystique of Enlightenment' is a must-read for those seeking a fresh perspective on spirituality and the search for enlightenment, offering a provocative and thought-provoking exploration of the nature of reality and self.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 157
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Dezember 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066407667
• Artikelnr.: 60730597

Autorenporträt

Uppaluri Gopala Krishnamurti (1918-2007), better known as U.G., was an Indian speaker who questioned the state of enlightenment as a real thing. Instead of using the word "enlightenment", he used "calamity" and "natural state" to describe an event in his life. He claimed that the return to the natural state is a rare, a causal, biological occurrence, an event which he referred to in his own life as "the calamity". Because of this, he discouraged people from pursuing the "natural state" as a spiritual goal. He rejected the very basis of thought and in doing so negated all systems of thought and knowledge. Hence he explained his assertions were experiential and not speculative – "Tell them that there is nothing to understand."