Today's Verse
This time, Tsukihi truly cannot bear to look on. I shall manifest all things whatever. (XII:3, 5)
Tenrikyo’s Way of Thinking and Living: All Days Are Lucky Days
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…
Insights into the Anecdotes: Yahei Nishiura (1844–1899), Anecdote 39: “Much Better”
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,…
Autumn Grand Service 2018
The Autumn Grand Service for the 181st year of the Teaching was performed in the Main Sanctuary on October 26, commemorating the day of the founding of the Teaching in 1838—the day when Oyasama was settled as the Shrine of Tsukihi through the divine revelation in which God said, “At…
Tenri High School’s Boys Judo Team
Tenri High School’s boys judo team won the team competition at the National High School Athletic Meet this summer for the first time in 27 years which, marks their 14th title overall. To celebrate the achievement, a reception was jointly organized by the team’s alumni association and Tenri Judo Association…
The 7th Colombia Seminar Held
Between September 3 and 8, the Mission Center in Colombia held the 7th Colombia Seminar with 16 participants including some from the neighboring country of Panama. The seminar—which started three years ago to expand and enhance the center’s nurturing program, which had previously comprised Tenrikyo Introduction Course and One Day…
Tenrikyo Nioigake Day 2018
Fragrance of the Teachings Sprinkled around the Country This year’s Tenrikyo Nioigake Day, which was observed between September 28 and 30, was organized under the same theme as in previous years: “The day for Yoboku to be active.” As for the Roadside Speech Day—part of the Nioigake Day event, which…