Books Krishnamurti on Education  by J. Krishnamurti (Author)

"Krishnamurti on Education" by J. Krishnamurti is a collection of his profound teachings focusing on the purpose, nature, and practice of education. Krishnamurti emphasizes that education is not just about preparing students for jobs or societal success but about educating the whole human being—body, mind, heart, and spirit.

Key ideas from his teachings on education include:

Education should cultivate freedom from psychological conditioning, allowing students to think independently and be deeply aware of themselves and their surroundings.

The true goal of education is the flowering of goodness, love, and intelligence, developing individuals who are mature, affectionate, and capable of dealing with life in its entirety.

Schools and educators should foster an understanding of “what is” rather than impose fixed beliefs or societal expectations.

Education must prepare individuals to be whole and integrated rather than fragmented parts, placing great importance on self-awareness and insight.

Krishnamurti criticizes conventional education systems, arguing that they often suppress individual freedom through compulsion, conformity, and the pursuit of material success.

He stresses that freedom must be present at the beginning of education, not just as an outcome at the end.

The role of education extends beyond cognitive learning to understanding life, relationships, creativity, and the challenges of human experience without conflicts or addictions.

The educator's clarity about sex, marriage, creativity, and living authentically is crucial in helping students relate to these aspects healthily.