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J. Krishnamurti

Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986) was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. He traveled and lectured throughout the world until his death at the age of ninety. His talks and works are preserved in more than seventy books.
Meditations
Where Can Peace Be Found?
Inward Revolution
Facing a World in Crisis
Can Humanity Change?
Freedom, Love and Action
Talks with American Students
To Be Human
This Light in Oneself

Books

Meditations
Where Can Peace Be Found?
Inward Revolution
Facing a World in Crisis
Can Humanity Change?
Freedom, Love and Action
Talks with American Students
To Be Human
This Light in Oneself

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