Books The Ending of Time: Where Philosophy and Physics Meet  by Jiddu Krishnamurti (Author)

"The Ending of Time: Where Philosophy and Physics Meet" by Jiddu Krishnamurti is a profound dialogue-driven exploration between Krishnamurti and physicist David Bohm that examines the nature of thought, time, and human consciousness. The book focuses on the concept of psychological time—a mental construct created by thought that obscures the present moment and contributes to human suffering and division. Krishnamurti argues that thought, by its nature, fragments both individual consciousness and society, creating conflict, conditioning, and an illusion of a separate self.

A central theme is the distinction between chronological (clock) time and psychological time, with the latter underpinning the continuous sense of self and the patterns of back-and-forth mental activity that cause pain. The dialogues emphasize the limitations of thought and intellectual knowledge in achieving true understanding or transformation. Instead, Krishnamurti highlights the importance of insight, a spontaneous and holistic perception that transcends time-bound thinking and leads to immediate psychological freedom.

The book also delves into the roots of conflict and division, suggesting that true change requires transcending conditioned thought and the divisions it creates within the individual and society. Krishnamurti envisions a transformed society arising from individual awakening to the present moment, where the mind is free from the bondage of psychological time. This transformation enables harmony, creativity, compassion, and deeper connection with life.