I have so far discussed the idea that money is a gift from heaven as well as plays the role of joining. It is important to know that money can also be seen as a seed. Things such as salary and profits are often thought to be a “harvest” in…
In Tenrikyo, God the Parent’s providence is taught by distinguishing ten aspects of it and giving a sacred name to each. In this teaching, which is known as the “ten aspects of God the Parent’s complete providence,” Kunisazuchi-no-Mikoto is explained as follows: “in the human body, the providence of the…
Some people say that money is the most important thing in life, apart from their life itself. In Tenrikyo, money is said to have at least three aspects: gift, joining, and seed. In this article, I will talk about the idea that money is a gift. The word “gift” here…
Oyasama once said to someone, “Merchants should buy dearly and sell cheaply” (Anecdotes of Oyasama, the Foundress of Tenrikyo, no. 165, “Buy Dearly”). Some of you may immediately raise an objection, saying: “That would cause a huge loss. The key to success in business is to buy things cheaply and…
“Work (hataraku) makes those close to you comfortable; for that, it is called hataraku (hata: those nearby, raku: comfortable)” (Anecdotes of Oyasama, the Foundress of Tenrikyo, no. 197, “Hands That Work”). These words, which Oyasama is said to have spoken, are very well known among Tenrikyo followers. In society, an…
In Tenrikyo, an effort to convey the teachings of God the Parent to others is referred to as “sprinkling the fragrance of the teachings.” In general terms, it is missionary work. When people who were saved by Oyasama asked Her what to do in return, She always told them to…