Tenrikyo-Ofudesaki - Sure Guide: "Core" Metaphor Meaning Revealed
We
will of course see this again in the "Theme Section" but for now it is
important to be guided to the meaning of the "core" metaphor as referring to
the "heart". The "heart" then is understood as a metaphor for the
original mind or what remains when the imagination is settled, "like clear
water".
Pondering the "heart" then is the sincere "Service" or work of revealing the true origin of the mind. Try it out now, it is remarkable how easy it is to do once one sincerely begins the pondering. Not only is the imagination identified, watch closely, when the imagination settles its origin is also revealed.
Until now, though I have
repeatedly taught the truth
step by step, you do not understand the core.
To explain what this core is:
the pondering of your heart is the primary concern.
But what path will be seen tomorrow?
The core of your mind will become apparent.
When this mind is fully apparent,
no one will ever be able to turn away.
step by step, you do not understand the core.
To explain what this core is:
the pondering of your heart is the primary concern.
But what path will be seen tomorrow?
The core of your mind will become apparent.
When this mind is fully apparent,
no one will ever be able to turn away.