Seicho-No-Ie means “Home of Infinite Progress”, Infinite Universe. It is possible to find in Seicho-No-Ie a doctrinal set that incorporates elements from Christianity, Buddhism and Shintoism.
Considered a philosophy of life, Seicho-No-Ie aims to awaken people's hearts with the truth through deeds, words and thoughts to make a better world.
A philosophy of Seicho-No-Ie
Seicho-No-Ie can be considered a religion as well as a philosophy of life. And this philosophy is closely linked with everyday practice and attitudes. Anyone interested in Seicho-No-Ie needs to take into account that trying to live this philosophy will only be able to acquire meaning through practice in everyday life.
Feelings such as love, kindness, faith and gratitude gain an extra value when practiced daily from the philosophy of Seicho-No-Ie, which already has a multitude following its teachings. His master Masaharu Taniguchi wrote more than 400 books, among them the Collection called “The Truth of Life” (40 volumes) which forms the basis of all the teachings of Seicho-No-Ie.
His philosophy says the following: “It is a teaching of love that preaches that the human being is a child of God, that the world of matter is a projection of the mind and, also, reveals to us what our true nature is”. And his followers must practice love and charity to their neighbor.
A Shinsokan Meditation Seicho-No-Ie
There is a meditation at Seicho-No-Ie that lasts about 30 minutes and the practitioner tries to visualize God's creations as well as harmonize all aspects of his life.
In this meditation it is possible to connect with the inner self and see the eyes of the world that God created without criticizing. It is a praiseworthy and grateful moment. This meditation is considered the main practice of Seicho-No-Ie. To learn more about this type of meditation read the book: Shinsokan Meditation is Wonderful.
Quotes of Seicho-No-Ie
“One does not obtain happiness by doing evil, nor prosperity, although momentarily it seems to be thriving.”
“Each thought of ours emits a subtle vibration of its own. When you mentally utter the word God, a vibration of His presence emanates.”
“Within yourself there is the ability to solve problems”.
“Thinking about health in the mind, health appears. Thinking of illness in the mind, illness appears.”
Where to practice?
In España there are several centers where you can get in touch with Seicho-No-Ie and do its practice, which carries out themes, prayers, lectures and teachings. To find out more, go to the site and check the addresses of centers spread across España. Perhaps you will find a center in your city and can share the beautiful and sincere teachings of Seicho-No-Ie.
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