Talk
You Are Not Born and You Never Die
One of Spira's most-watched dialogues, on awareness as prior to birth and death.
About the teacher
A quiet, direct path.
Rupert Spira trained for years as a potter before turning fully to teaching, and his background shows in a style that treats ordinary sense experience — colour, sound, texture — as material for investigation rather than something to transcend. He draws on the direct-path teachings associated with Jean Klein and Francis Lucille, presented through careful, patient dialogue rather than assertion.
He continues to lead retreats and a substantial online programme, and maintains an active Substack alongside his recorded talks and books such as Being Aware of Being Aware.
Upcoming events
Meet Rupert in person.
Talks, day programmes and retreats currently listed in the Paths Are Many calendar.
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Talks & videos
Listen before you attend.
Short introductions and longer conversations give a sense of this teacher's language and style.
Talk
What Is the Purpose of Human Life?
Spira takes up a direct question on the purpose of human life from a non-dual perspective.