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Song 11 of Mikagura-uta
The following song 11 of the mikagura-uta summarizes how we bring new members to our places of worship. Shoyashiki, the Origin of mankind, Gods’ residence at Jiba, determine it. Hinomoto Shoyashiki no, Kami no yakata no Jiba sadame. … Continue reading
Oxymoron
I heard recently that the Pope now wants to investigate priests that abuse the nuns in the Catholic church. The constant stories of the abuse of children by the clergy is a constant thorn in the Catholic church. It is … Continue reading
Abortionists Are Hurting God
It is very sad that some politicians are advocating for abortions at delivery. We have become a very selfish society where “I” has become important. “It is my body, so I can do anything with it”, is the quote that … Continue reading
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Understanding The Soul
Why do people suffer? Why are some people afflicted with cancer? Why do people suffer from diseases? Why do people get into accidents? Why do bad people appear in our lives? Are these all coincidences or planned by God? God … Continue reading
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1,000th Post
Today I am writing my 1,000 post on WordPress. I must admit that some of my post were revisions of posts. I was trying to think of what I could write for this milestone. My purpose and presence on WordPress … Continue reading
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The Truth of the Soul/heart
Kono soji sukiyaki shitate sen koto ni Mune no shinjitsu wakari nai kara 5-28 The first translation below is the traditional translation by Tenrikyo Headquarters and the 2nd translation is word for word. Unless the sweeping is thoroughly accomplished, You … Continue reading
What Flows From the Soul/Heart
It is said that the early Christians believed in reincarnation and the soul/heart. The following is from Proverbs: 23 Above all else, guard your heart/soul, for everything you do flows from it. 24 Keep your mouth free of perversity; keep corrupt talk … Continue reading
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Tenrikyo-Spreading God’s Truth
On Saturday my wife and I went to a bookstore. When we were entering our car to leave, a middle age Asian woman comes running toward the car and waving at us. For a moment I thought we had forgotten … Continue reading
The Soul is Who We Are
It’s surprising how children have different personalities, although we raise them almost the same. In the Ofudesaki is the following: Ponder over this talk, all of you in the world. There is no mind the same as another. 5-7 Even … Continue reading
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Our Souls Helping Us to Purify Our Minds
Why is it so difficult to change? Let’s say someone from church convinces us that anger is not good for us. We agree to not get angry for any reason. Yet no matter how much we resist, when annoyance appears, … Continue reading
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OFUDESAKI-GOD'S TEACHINGS 