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The Krishnamurti foundations are a set of nonprofit organisations established to preserve and disseminate the work of 20th-century Indian philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986).[1] The foundations, established in the late-1960s to mid-1970s by Krishnamurti and associates, are located in India, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. They transcribe and distribute his thousands of talks, discussions and writings in various media formats and several languages; and maintain archives of original material covering Krishnamurti's almost eight-decade presence in the public stage. They also organize events exploring Krishnamurti's philosophy, and oversee independent schools that were formed to promote and apply his views on education.
| Named after | Jiddu Krishnamurti |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Krishnamurti Writings |
| Established | 1968 |
| Founder | Jiddu Krishnamurti |
| Type | Nonprofit |
| Website | www.jkrishnamurti.org |
Description
editJiddu Krishnamurti (1895–1986), whose life and teachings spanned the greater part of the 20th century, is regarded by many as one who has had the most profound impact on human consciousness in modern times[weasel words]. The foundations provide a service to those who may be interested in pursuing an understanding of the teachings in their own lives.[2] The foundations maintain an extensive archive of Krishnamurti's original works in the form of hand-written material, books, transcripts and audio and video tapes of hundreds of talks and discussions, meetings and conversations. There is also a collection of Krishnamurti's letters, photographs and reference material about him, his life, and his works.
The foundations are also actively engaged in the publication of this material in various forms. Over 60 books are in print and more are in preparation. About 300 videotapes and 400 audio cassettes are available, along with an extensive printed Index. etc. An increasing amount of this material is being translated. Over 30 languages are available including all major European and most Indian languages as well as Japanese, Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, Korean and Hebrew.
Foundations
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- Krishnamurti Foundation Trust, Brockwood Park, Bramdean, England, United Kingdom
- Krishnamurti Foundation of America, Ojai, California, United States
- Krishnamurti Foundation India, Chennai, India
- Fundación Krishnamurti Latinoamericana, Barcelona, Spain
Educational philosophy
editEducation forms a central core of Krishnamurti's world view. In fact, Krishnamurti spent his entire life talking about education as being the agent not only of inner renewal but also of social change. Krishnamurti asserted that the schools functioning under the auspices of the Krishnamurti Foundation India (KFI),[3] and others started independently by his supporters, did not exist as organizations for the indoctrination of children, but rather as places ‘where students and teachers can flower, and where a future generation can be prepared because schools are meant for that.[4]
Krishnamurti supporters founded several schools around the world. When asked, Krishnamurti enumerated the following as his educational aims:
- Global outlook: A vision of the whole as distinct from the part; there should never be a sectarian outlook, but always a holistic outlook free from all prejudice.
- Concern for man and the environment: Humanity is part of nature, and if nature is not cared for, it will boomerang on man. Only the right education and deep affection between people everywhere will resolve many problems including the environmental challenges.
- Religious spirit, which includes the scientific temper: The religious mind is alone, not lonely. It is in communion with people and nature.[5]
Foundation schools
edit- Brockwood Park School, United Kingdom
- Oak Grove School, United States
- Rishi Valley School, Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Rajghat Besant School, Varanasi, India
- The School KFI, Chennai, India
- Pathashaala KFI, Tamil Nadu, India
- The Valley School, Bengaluru, India
- Sahyadri School, Pune, India
Study centres
edit- Krishnamurti Study Centre, Brockwood Park, United Kingdom
- Pepper Tree Retreat, Ojai, California, United States
- Rajghat Education Center, Rajghat Fort, India
- The Study, Valley School Campus, Bangalore, Índia
- Krishnamurti Study Centre Sahyadri, Pune, India
- KFI Mumbai, India
- Krishnamurti Centre, Kolkata, India
- KFI Cuttack Centre, India
- Krishnamurti Retreat in the Himalayas, Uttarkashi, India
- Krishnamurti Center, Colombo 06, Sri Lanka
- Krishnamurti Study Center, Baddagana Road, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
References
edit- ^ "Jiddu Krishnamurti". Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Retrieved 27 June 2019.
- ^ "Krishnamurti Foundations". jkrishnamurti.org. J Krishnamurti Online. Retrieved 22 February 2016.
- ^ "Education Centres". Krishnamurti Foundation India. Retrieved 25 May 2017.
- ^ "Jiddu Krishnamurti | Walden's Path School". Walden's Path School. Retrieved 25 May 2017.
- ^ See As The River Joins The Ocean: Reflections about J. Krishnamurti, by Giddu Narayan, Edwin House Publishing 1999, p 64.