On this episode of "Come Pray with Me" I interview Reverend Michael Yuge of the Tenri Cultural Institute to discuss Tenrikyo, a monotheistic religion from Japan that was founded in 19th century Japan. It is one of the few religions to have a woman prophet, Miki Nakayama (or Oyasama to her followers). We will explore the roles women have played throughout the years, how song and dance is used to teach lessons, and what it means to live a joyous life.
You can find more information on the Tenri Cultural Institute here https://www.tenri.org/
The comic we discussed on the show can be found here, as well as other information on Tenrikyo https://www.tenrikyo.or.jp/eng/faith/experience-rather-than-information/
Special thanks to Reverend Masahito Kimura for his help in the making of this episode!
