Category Archives: Ofudesaki
Tenrikyo /Just Thinking about Religion
In our religion, God tells us that all mankind, or personkind will eventually be saved. But I find it difficult to believe because of so much hate in the world. How can peoplekind begin to get along with each other? … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /God is a Mother
Today is father’s day. Happy father’s day for all the dads out there! Most religions will agree that the most important father is God; they believe that man was made out of the image of God. But who is not … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /We Do Not Understand
Just because we believe in God, God does not favor us with blessings. More important, because we know the teachings, we are able to understand why we have joy or sorrow. Some of us continue to suffer despite our dedication … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /Pain as God’s Blessings
Prophets who miraculous healed people founded many of the religions in the world. What is more impressive to convince others that one is working in behalf of God than to cure the incurable? But enter a religion that tells people … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /How Do We Remove Evil?
Ever since the beginning of mankind, we have attempted to distance ourselves from people who have acted contrary to our accepted norms. What do we do with people who commit heinous crimes against humanity? History provides many examples of communities, … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /Path of Suffering
How many of you can understand the illustration? If you cannot, visit heaventruth.com to understand the soul.
Tenrikyo /Stick figures in Understanding the Soul
PATH OF THE HEART/SOUL The soul descends from heaven and enters the body at conception or shortly afterwards. Part of the negative energies are converted to negative thoughts; these thoughts then enter our minds. Our memories are erased; but death does … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /The Truth of Heaven
God wants us to understand the soul. Looking all over the world and through all ages, I find no one who understands the heart (soul). (Tip of the Writing Brush 1-1) Why does God want us to understand the soul? … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /God Wants Us to Understand the Soul/Heart
God wants us to understand the soul. Looking all over the world and through all ages, I find no one who understands the soul (heart). Tip of the Writing Brush 1-1 Why does God want us to understand the soul? … Continue reading
Tenrikyo /Understanding of God
What separates humans from all other species of animals? We have the ability to reason and understand. But sometimes our ability to understand or reason becomes minimized. What happens when our reasoning skills disappear? Some will say that our animal … Continue reading