On Love is a thought-provoking work by the renowned philosopher and spiritual teacher Jiddu Krishnamurti. In this book, Krishnamurti explores the essence of love and its role in human life, challenging traditional perceptions and societal norms surrounding relationships and emotional connections.
Krishnamurti discusses how love is often entangled with attachment, desire, and possessiveness, which can lead to conflict and sorrow. He emphasizes that true love is unconditional and free from the confines of the ego and self-centered pursuits. Through profound dialogues and reflections, Krishnamurti encourages readers to examine their own beliefs and emotional patterns, urging a deeper understanding of love that transcends personal gratification.
The book delves into topics such as the nature of the self, the importance of self-awareness, and the impact of fear and desire on relationships. Krishnamurti’s teachings highlight the significance of freeing oneself from psychological burdens to experience love in its purest form.
“On Love” serves as a guide for those seeking to cultivate authentic relationships and a harmonious existence. Krishnamurti’s insightful and accessible approach invites readers to embark on a journey of inner transformation, leading to greater compassion, empathy, and connection with others.
This work is a valuable contribution to spiritual literature, offering timeless wisdom that resonates with individuals navigating the complexities of modern life. Krishnamurti’s profound insights continue to inspire and challenge readers to explore the depths of human consciousness and the true meaning of love.
From the intro:
“What is love? The word is so loaded and corrupted that I hardly like to use it. Everybody talks of love – every magazine and newspaper and every missionary talks everlastingly of love. I love my country, I love my king, I love some book, I love that mountain, I love pleasure, I love my wife, I love God. Is love an idea? If it is, it can be cultivated, nourished, cherished, pushed around, twisted in any way you like. When you say you love God what does it mean? It means that you love a projection of your own imagination, a projection of yourself clothed in certain forms of respectability according to what you think is noble and holy; so to say, `I love God’, is absolute nonsense. When you worship God you are worshipping yourself – and that is not love.”
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On Love by Jiddu Krishnamurti