Category Archives: Tenrikyo
Hope is Eternal (edited)
It is unfortunate that when are lives are happy, we do not think of God, or pray daily. But when we suffer emotionally or physically we tend to turn toward God. We tend to hold on to the belief that … Continue reading
Hope is Eternal
It is unfortunate that when our lives are happy, we do not think of God, or pray daily. But when we suffer emotionally or physically we tend to turn toward God. We tend to hold on to the belief that … Continue reading
Taking the High Road
It is very easy to take the high road when everything is going with the wind. How easy it is to extol virtue, and tell others how to behave. But what happens when there is an inconvenience that obstructs our … Continue reading
The Prayer to Save All Mankind
What do we want to happen to the evil people of the world? Most people would want them to be punished, banished, and even executed so they would not be able to hurt others. In the Heaven’s Truth Church (Tenrikyo), … Continue reading
What is greed?
Let us look at greed. Religions have always advised us against greed. But what is greed? Is it wrong to work hard, and enjoy the benefits of this labor? Is it wrong to have millions in our investments? There is … Continue reading
We see, yet we do not see
Look at how causality is working in the world, and you will see the journey taken before. January 30, 1892 Instructions (Osashizu) Looking at the world today, we see joy and suffering. Is there a path to joy? Is there … Continue reading
Does your Religion have an answer?
Many people wonder why the promised time has not come. Why are our prayers not answered? From the earliest times, prophets and messengers have preached about the elimination of evil from our minds. These evils are said to be greed, … Continue reading
We all have sinned.
We hear of tragedies everyday, where innocent people are hurt or killed for no apparent reason. For some they may wonder if God exists, or if God cares. The religious would say that we should not question God’s will, and … Continue reading
Summary of the Tip of the Writing Brush
Most religious books are difficult to summarize due to their length, translation and interpretation that is required. Sometimes the purpose and meaning of these sacred books get lost due to these conditions. The following is my interpretation of the Tip … Continue reading
History Repeats Itself
History repeats itself is often quoted by historians. But why does history repeat itself, if we know the consequences of past actions? Let us take examples of a fictional character John Smith who is serving time in a county jail. … Continue reading