October 14, 2020
Die To Live Again
I was staring quietly down the runway as the Boeing made a quiet turn and revved up the engine for the final take off. It was one of those extraordinary evenings when the tired rays of the fading sun lit up the distant green, in an everlasting golden hue. As I watched through the aircraft window, my memories took me back four decades to the lawns of Hastings College on Judges Court Road, in Kolkata.
October 7, 2020
FREEDOM FROM THE KNOWN
A friend sent a message: “Can someone guide me to some place where I can get the summary of K’s famous book ‘Freedom from the Known’? Summary or articles or anything lucid, please. Also, any other worthwhile resource to learn deeply about K’s teachings and more about ‘Freedom from the Known’ and ‘Education and the Significance of Life.’ Many thanks.” This ‘letter’ below is a response to my friend, an attempt to put something down
October 6, 2020
Going beyond identities to becoming Free
At the very outset, this author would like to clarify that neither is he a student of political science nor has he the erudition to comment on politics. He would just like to share here a few thoughts that he hopes might be useful. These are on the issue of identity.Why do we identify with anything and/or organizations be they religious, political or otherwise? To understand, it is important to observe the psyche of people
September 29, 2020
NEWS FROM OUR CENTRE
It has been quite some time since we were in touch with our Centre friends. 2020 has been a difficult year for all due to COVID. Our Centre too had to shut down in March and has still not reopened to the public. Hopefully, that time will come in due course.Before we closed in March, we were fortunately able to complete two programs in 2020. The first was a talk by R E Mark Lee
September 29, 2020
MY LIFE MISSION: A LEARNING SPACE BASED ON KRISHNAMURTI’S VISION
My journey with the teachings of J.Krishnamurti has been a magical and mystical one. Looking back, it almost seems destined. I sense that the connection goes beyond this lifetime as I feel whole and complete while reading and listening to him. I resonate with each and every word.2003 Sahyadri Study Center(near Pune). This is where my first acquaintance with his work began. I simply read in awe, pondered and wondered at the clarity with which
Every word sound true and heartfelt. Bless us world with your charm so that we can live a little more than what we expect.
Cheers xx
Something written from the depths of the heart has a contagious effect.
Wonderful, Sayan.
Beautifully written. So inspiring and thought provoking.
Dear Sayan,
I feel the feelings ☺️ you feel ….👍🙏…..setting us free without even telling how ….why … Only krishna ji could do ….. Enquiry with him always came as not a reply but as another query to you and this continued till we actually learnt to think for ourselves …what a Man
This is a powerful illustration of holistic living . There is life beyond the meterialist world , where purpose in life becomes the driving force for true happiness. Artistic expression!
Not many people are fortunate to pursue their true aspirations but you could. Wish you the very best to you Sayan to do what your hearts wants to do. I am sure these talented street children and the blind kids have also been able to showcase their true talents and capabilities with your support and guidance. I am sure the whole World will conspire to support you on this meaningful journey of yours. Best of luck my friend
You did not let your mind dominate your heart .
A meaningful life ….A meaningful journey !
So enriching !
Regards