Today's Verse
When Tsukihi works throughout the world, perhaps there is no one who knows how to settle matters.
Therefore, I shall tell you how to settle matters. All of you in the world must ponder quickly. (XVI:59, 63-64)
New Year’s Greetings from the Shinbashira
May I extend my warmest New Year’s greetings to all of you. Please accept my gratitude for the efforts you devoted to the path of single-hearted salvation during the past year. While social conditions have been growing tougher recently, I hope we can make further progress toward world salvation this…
This Month’s Message: Hearts of Husband and Wife
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…
December 2011 Monthly Service
The December Monthly Service of Tenrikyo Church Headquarters was conducted in the Main Sanctuary on the 26th with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. Many followers returned to Jiba to express their gratitude for the blessings they had received throughout the year. In the Service prayer, the Shinbashira paid special…
November 2011 Monthly Service
The November Monthly Service of Church Headquarters was conducted on the 26th in the Main Sanctuary with the Shinbashira presiding as chief officiant. It was a balmy day. Worshipers on their way to the Sanctuary precincts were treated to a vivid display of autumn colors. In the Service prayer, the…
The Shinbashira’s Sermon at the Autumn Grand Service 2011
May I begin by expressing my sincere appreciation for the efforts you are devoting to the tasks of the path in your daily lives. Today so many of you have assembled for the Autumn Grand Service, having traveled from near and far; please accept my deep appreciation. The Service having…
Tenrikyo Sends Delegation to Day of Prayer for Peace in Italian City of Assisi
On October 27, 2011, the Day of Reflection, Dialogue and Prayer for Peace and Justice in the World was held in Assisi, Italy. About 250 leaders from 13 religions around the world as well as non-believers participated in the meeting. The meeting was organized by Pope Benedict XVI to commemorate…