Articles and exerpts from a variety of books, on the teachings of Tenrikyo
Oyasama says: “Because people like you, God also likes you.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 87, “Because People Like You” One day, a grandmother spreads beans on a square floor cushion and says to her grandson: “Why don’t you pinch and lift the center of the cushion?” When the boy does…
After the passing of Her son, Oyasama spoke in his place, saying: “My soul is embraced by the Parent. I have simply cast off an old garment.” The Life of Oyasama, p. 113 Clickety-clack. Clickety-clack. The passengers on the train are enjoying the changing landscape outside their windows—the sun rising…
Oyasama says: “In this path the hearts of husband and wife are the foundation.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 189, “The Hearts of Husband and Wife” In one of Plato’s dialogues, a character explains the origins of love by saying that, when humans became too arrogant and powerful, Zeus split them…
Oyasama says: “Sah, sah, take heart, take heart. You will not have any hardships, even if you wish to undergo hardships. It is all up to the individual’s mind.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 36, “Firm Resolution” A song written by a poet named Michio Mado contains these lines: Hey, elephant…
Oyasama says: “By saving others you yourself will be saved.” Anecdotes of Oyasama, no. 42, “By Saving Others” Are there nights when you cannot go to sleep no matter what you do—nights when the more you try to sleep the more impossible it seems to do so, and the more…
As reported in April, CNN—a U.S.-based international broadcasting company—posted on its “Belief” blog an article covering relief activities conducted by Tenrikyo Disaster Relief Hinokishin Corps (TDRHC) as well as the teaching of hinokishin, which informs its relief activities. This article was contributed by Dr. Barbara Ambros, associate professor of Religions…