Category Archives: reincarnation

The Universe as the Body of God

How does God communicate his disapproval? In the Book of Prophecy (Ofudesaki), God warns us that the anger and regret of God is manifested by severe weather and geological disturbances. In this world, landslides, thunder, earthquakes, And great winds are … Continue reading

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Our Souls have no Color

We are, have been, or will be black, yellow, white and brown. We do not understand; the laws of causality and reincarnation know no colors. Yet by the tinge of our skin, we discriminate, or judge others. Per chance, per … Continue reading

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Does fate control us?

To have faith and joy is a difficult path. It is easy to be spirited and have faith when good fortune continues to shine on you. But how easy is it when sufferings, temptations, and obstacles appear? The emotions of … Continue reading

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A sign for a sign

It is said that God made a world, which is self-sufficient. You can see this in the abundance of resources that keep human beings alive. Many of these are run by intricate cycles like photosynthesis and the Krebs cycles. The … Continue reading

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Sweeping away evil

In the Heaven’s Truth Church (Tenrikyo), we believe that there is no one who is essentially or inherently evil. It is only because a bit of dust has stuck on. These dusts are said to be arrogance, self-love, greed, miserliness, … Continue reading

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How do we remove evil

I hear on the news concerning what should be done to combat the terrorist. Many political analysts on one particular channel suggest finding and killing of all terrorists. But can all evil in this world be eliminated by death? Look … Continue reading

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We control our own destiny

The path to purify our minds is a very difficult path. Many will stumble on this path. It is to remove evil (greed, arrogance, and self love) from the mind no matter what life puts in front of you. By … Continue reading

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A RELIGION TO SAVE ALL MANKIND

WHY DO SOME SUFFER WHILE OTHERS HAVE JOY? HOW DO WE FIND JOY? BY REMOVING GREED, ARROGANCE, AND SELF LOVE FROM ONE’S MIND WILL CREATE JOY IN THE FUTURE. BY WHAT PRINCIPLE DOES THIS OPERATE? WE MUST FIRST UNDERSTAND CAUSALITY. … Continue reading

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The Blame Game

It is easier to blame others, than reflect upon the actions of oneself. Look at the Jessie Jacksons, and the Al Sharptons of the world. Their message to the African Americans is to place blame on the whites for all … Continue reading

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Understanding Causality

Some say that God is not responsible for the sufferings that occur in the world. The principle of causality explains why we suffer or have joy. God has created a world where causality appears to reward good thoughts and behavior, … Continue reading

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