Articles and exerpts from a variety of books, on the teachings of Tenrikyo
[:en]These days, our everyday thinking seems to be becoming more rational and less superstitious. However, there are still certain occasions, such as weddings and funerals, about which people become superstitious. For example, they prefer particular days for weddings and avoid certain days for funerals based on old customs. In regard…
The Anecdote (Summary) In 1874 Narazo, the eldest son of Yahei Nishiura, was saved from diphtheria. Thereafter, Yahei followed the faith earnestly. After coming home from the Residence one day, Yahei went to bed late at night. Around midnight, he heard a noise from under the floor. Thinking,…
[:en]Masae Nakayama, the firstborn daughter of Successor-Designate Daisuke Nakayama and his wife, Nobue, was taken to visit the Main Sanctuary for the first time on September 15. Born on August 13, she was held by grandmother Harue Nakayama as the family proceeded along the East Corridor to the Main Sanctuary.…
[:en]Successor-Designate Daisuke Nakayama and his wife, Nobue, had their first baby at 5:38 a.m. on August 13. The mother and daughter are both doing well.[:kr]8월 13일 오전 5시 38분, 나카야마 다이스케님과 노부에님의 사이에 장녀가 태어났습니다. 산모와 태아 모두 건강하고, 산후 조리도 순조로운 나날입니다.[:pb]No dia 13 de agosto, às 5h38min, nasceu…
[:en]From June 28 to July 8, persistent heavy rainfall struck western Japan and caused mudslides and floods, leaving devastating damage in many areas such as Okayama, Ehime, Yamaguchi, Gifu, Hyogo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima prefectures. At the request of severely affected municipalities and their social welfare councils, Tenrikyo Disaster Relief Hinokishin…
[:en]Any person who is 17 years of age or over is eligible for admission to Shuyoka, the three-month Spiritual Development Course offered in the Home of the Parent. Shuyoka students sow seeds of sincerity at Jiba, reflect on their daily use of mind, and cultivate the joy of faith during…