What is tenrikyo
Tenrikyo is a religion founded in 19th century Japan, when Miki Nakayama, became the Shrine of God. As the Shine of God, she is known as Oyasama.
Through Oyasama, God revealed that It is the God of Origin, the God in Truth, and, that It created humans, as our Parent, through tremendous effort. The reason God made such effort was to create a relationship between It and humans that would bring joy to both.
The creation of humans occurred at a place we refer to as the “Jiba,” which is located in what is currently known as Tenri, Japan. It was at the Jiba that God set into motion the hope that humans will all live the “Joyous Life,” what some may liken to a heaven on earth. Humans’ achieving the Joyous Life would bring great joy to God Itself.
Humans are still learning how to achieve, and hopefully working toward achieving the Joyous Life. Oyasama teaches us that the proper use of our minds, including helping others with brotherly and sisterly love is one of the most basic ways toward the Joyous Life.
Tenrikyo, with its message of hope and joy resonates with many and has spread beyond Japan. It has established followings in communities around the world. Tenrikyo churches and centers serve as places of worship, spiritual practice, and community activities for its members, fostering a sense of fellowship and belonging among followers.
Overall, Tenrikyo promotes a message of universal love, harmony, and spiritual awakening, seeking to bring joy and fulfillment to the lives of not just its members, but also to society as a whole.
Inspirational Stories
Unstoppable Triumphs
Dan And Taci
Dan and Taci’s journey together began amidst the hallowed lands of the Jiba, where their hearts were bound not only by their shared studies but by a deep devotion to Tenrikyo. When the time was right, they couple moved back home, to the United States, but, returned many times, heeding the Jiba’s call.
Saved By Woman In Red Kimono
On one such return, their paths crossed with Glenn’s. Was it a meeting orchestrated by fate or perhaps by divine design? They trio had assebled, along with others, to attend training to be a Tenrikyo minister. As they delved into the teachings of their faith, their friendship blossomed, rooted in mutual understanding and unwavering faith.
Rose, Lilly, Peanut And Celeste
The story follows Dan and Taci, a married couple, and their friend Glenn as they study to become Tenrikyo ministers, known as kaicho. Their deep friendship is cemented when Taci has a vivid dream in which God speaks to her, delivering messages of reassurance and prophecy for Glenn and Dan. Recognizing the divine nature of the dream, the trio’s bond strengthens, and they embark on a lifelong journey together, united by their faith and shared experiences at the Jiba.
Helen Falls
tell me the story of dan and taci, husband and wife, who met glenn at the Jiba while the three were studying to become Tenrikyo ministers, also known as, kaicho. The three became fast friends and confided with eachother their thoughts and feelings about their faith in Tenrikyro, and, their aspirations to lead their respective churches. One night, after a long day of studying and hinokishin, God visited Taci in her dreams, telling her to let Glenn know that his prayers are being heard, and, to let Dan know that he will become a great leader. The next morning, Taci told her Dan and Glenn about what God said. As she told the story, Glenn and Dan knew that because they were at the Jiba and
June 24, 2024
