Functions of Myth
According to Joseph Campbell, myths have four basic functions: the mystical, the cosmological, the sociological, and the pedagogical². The mystical
Month: April 2024
Decoding Nonsensical Koans and the Art of ‘Seeing’
Most spiritual seekers are familiar with the enigmatic teachings known as koans, which often seem nonsensical or paradoxical on the surface. However, delving into the profound wisdom hidden within these seemingly illogical statements can lead to a deeper understanding of the self and the nature of reality. In this blog post, we will explore the art of ‘seeing’ beyond the literal interpretation of koans, drawing insights from the teachings of Krishnamurti and other spiritual luminaries. …
Beyond the Known – The Philosophical Insights of Jiddu Krishnamurti
Jiddu Krishnamurti is regarded as one of the greatest thinkers and spiritual teachers of all time. Eckhart Tolle, Joseph Campbell and Alan Watts are among those indebted to his writings. His book, ‘Freedom from the Known,’ distills Krishnamurti’s key ideas on the problems we face as we try to make sense of our lives. Provocative and iconoclastic, he challenges us to strip away our preconceptions, to forget all we think we know about subjects such as love, violence, beauty and death, and to discover our true natures in the here and now. Once we change ourselves, we can change society and the world in which we find ourselves. Understanding ourselves marks the beginning of wisdom. Change is possible, he says, it is a question of awareness. Through this, Krishnamurti gives us the means to shake off fear and to find truth. He offers freedom from the known. …
Read on…Beyond the Known – The Philosophical Insights of Jiddu Krishnamurti