Today's Verse
Sprinkling the Fragrance around the World
In September, which is the designated month to emphasize sprinkling the fragrance of the teachings, vigorous missionary work was carried out around the world. In South Korea, a total of 88 church head ministers and other Yoboku spread the fragrance of the teachings on September 30 in two cities—Gimhae, where…
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…