or Kami Ichijō is a Tenrikyo-based (Japanese new religion) As with some other Tenrikyo-derived religions such as Honmichi, the religion's founder Yonetani Tamasuisen (米谷玉水仙) is revered as the human kanrodai.
Origin of name The term Kami Ichijo, which means 'single-hearted mind', comes from the Ofudesaki and can be found in Ofudesaki 1:50, 3:3, 3:46, and 4:32. The term is also currently used in Tenrikyo teachings.Fukaya, Yoshikazu 深谷善和 (2009). Words of the Path: A Guide to Tenrikyo Terms and Expressions (Tenrikyo Overseas Department, Trans.), p. 97. Tenri, Japan: Tenrikyo Overseas Department. (Original work published 1977) (Japanese title: お道のことば) The lower verse of Ofudesaki 3:46 is:
History Kami Ichijō was founded by (also known as 米谷玉水仙; 1889–1974). She was originally a follower of Tenri Sanrinkō, which was founded by , who herself was originally a Honmichi follower. She founded Kami Ichijō in 1942. As a spiritual successor of Katsu Hisano, Yonetani Kuni initially called her religious tradition that roughly translates to "the place revealed by the single-hearted mind" and today's followers of her interpret her personal life before and after meeting Katsu Hisano with spiritual perspectives. Upon her death in 1974, her son (米谷千恵子) took over until his death in 1985. The current leader is . Kami Ichijōkyō is headquartered in Higashiōsaka, near Fuse Station and Shuntokumichi Station.
Beliefs As in Honbushin, the trinity of fire, water, and wind is revered. Heavenly protection can be obtained by believing in the principle that "fire and water are one , and there is no other than wind" ().
Ten pillars
In order, the , or the , are as follows. They correspond to the Ten Aspects of God's Complete Providence in Tenrikyo.
See also Shinto sects and schools Honmichi Honbushin
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