天理教

Whispers of Tenrikyo. A single god named Tenri-O-no-Mikoto. The creator of the universe. Here, right in the heart of Tokyo, lies a branch of Tenrikyo, a place where followers seek the Joyous Life. Tenrikyo emerged in 19th-century Japan, born from the revelations of Nakayama Miki, known to her followers as Oyasama. She spoke of a single god, Tenri-O-no-Mikoto, who desired humanity to live in joy. Tenrikyo isn’t just a religion; it’s a way of life, a path to understanding our place in the universe. The followers believe that our bodies are borrowed, gifts from Tenri-O-no-Mikoto, but our minds are our own. We are here to experience joy, to learn, and to grow. At Tenrikyo, this growth is nurtured through hinokishin, selfless acts of giving and service. It’s about sweeping away the “dust” of negative emotions – greed, anger, hatred – and embracing joyous acceptance, or tanno. Tenrikyo followers believe in the principle of kashimono-karimono, “a thing lent, a thing borrowed”. This refers to the human body, lent to us by God the Parent. Our minds are our own to control. This is a fundamental belief at Tenrikyo, a constant reminder of our connection to the divine. Here, in this Tenrikyo branch, the spirit of Oyasama’s teachings lives on. The pursuit of the Joyous Life continues, reminding us of the simple yet profound truth. We are all connected, all children of the same divine parent. This is the essence of Tenrikyo. A belief in the power of joy, the importance of service, and the interconnectedness of all things.