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Confidence
Belief overview
Foundational revealed texts
The Ofudesaki, the Mikagura-uta, and the Osashizu occupy a central normative position.
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Supportive
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Contrary
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Neutral
What it is: Tenrikyo recognizes a principal set of foundational texts as doctrinal and ritual basis.
How the tradition understands it: These texts guide theology, liturgy, mission, discipline, and memory of the founding.
Textual basis and context: The Ofudesaki is a revealed poem; the Mikagura-uta structures the Tsutome; the Osashizu brings together instructions attributed to divine direction in the formative period.
Debates and variations: Translation and interpretation of these texts require care because of the religious vocabulary proper to the tradition.
Documentary evidence
Supportive
Mikagura-uta
A liturgical text fundamental to the Tsutome.
Reference: Mikagura-uta.
Content: The collection of songs forms the basis of the tradition's principal liturgical service.
Use in debate: It is indispensable for the Tsutome and its salvific dimension.
Ofudesaki on God the Parent
Passages from the Ofudesaki present Oyagami as the origin and guide of humanity.
Reference: Ofudesaki.
Content: Oyasama's revealed poem presents God the Parent, the intention of creation, and the path to the Joyous Life.
Use in debate: It is a central source for Oyagami, the purpose of creation, and the tradition's distinctive language.
Osashizu
A compilation of instructions and guidance with great internal authority.
Reference: Osashizu.
Content: The text gathers directions given during the formative period and helps interpret practice, mission, and discipline.
Use in debate: It is relevant for religious structure and the concrete application of the teachings.
Neutral
Studies on the relationship with Shinto
Academic sources discuss historical affinities and institutional distinctions.
Reference: Research on the relationship between Tenrikyo and Shinto.
Content: The material analyzes contextual influences, modern state categories, and the religious specificity of Tenrikyo.
Use in debate: It is useful for comparative classification and institutional history.