Category Archives: TENRIKYO
The true meaning of the Last Verses of the Ofudesaki
The final three verses of the Ofudesaki, has a different meaning depending on the translation or interpretation. These are the interpretations of Church Headquarters: _______________________________________________________________________ Church Headquarter interprets Verse 17-73 as names of Oyasama’s family: Sato Sato Taoto Taoto Byousama … Continue reading
Our Service
Some one just posted saying how the Yorozuyo and 12 dances were important in the Tenrikyo religion. This was my response: If you are talking about the Yorozuyo and the Twelve Dances (Jūni-kudari), I would like to share my thoughts about these dances. … Continue reading
We Must Understand the Soul (mune)
Church leaders believe that the Youki-tsutome is a prayer asking God to sweep our own minds. But is this correct? In the Ofudesaki, it appears that the Youki-tsutome is a prayer to save others. It initiates God’s guidance of illness … Continue reading