This book is Ryuho Okawa's 100 Healing Messages of Light to comfort the souls of those going through any illness, whether staying in bed at home or being hospitalized. You will find one healing phrase per page with some colorful images. Illness is not a punishment; rather, we are given time to reflect on our way of thinking and life. Okawa indicates that when we are ill, it is an ideal time for us to recall and contemplate recent and past events, as well as our relationship with people around us. It is a chance for us to take inventory of our emotions and thoughts buried during our busy everyday life. Make such time an opportunity to count our blessings in life and generate gratitude. This book is not only an ideal gift for those suffering from illness but also a series of inspirational messages for those enjoying good health. Take time to ponder and remember that having a healthy body itself is a great gift to humans.

Heaven and hell exist within our mind while we are living in this world. Thus, we don't need to wait for the Judgment Day, and we can reflect upon which direction we are heading each day. To do so, it is vital to know the Spiritual Truth clarified in this book now. We can still go to hell, regardless of whether we are caught and punished by earthly laws. Unfortunately, now more than ever, hell is rapidly expanding its territory-numerous new areas of hell are being created, which are actually caused by people's mindset and activities in this modern age. This is a book of salvation providing critical Truth about how to identify hell in our everyday life and the countermeasures that will help us to overcome it. It is the author's sincere wish for all people in this age to fully equip themselves with the proper knowledge about Hell and Demons as they exist in every field, even among religion. Knowledge is power and it sets us free from unnecessary and unrealistic fear. Regardless of your spiritual belief or even if you don't believe in hell, the contents of this book are unquestionably invaluable for you to live a better and happier life. The book also provides the solutions to relinquish our own hell by taking control of our everyday emotions and minds which create hell. As we become more conscious about our own inner hell, and as we learn to let it go, we can generate light from within that is capable of positively transforming the world. In this way, we can become happier individuals collectively engaged in creating a brighter future.

The first spiritual mystery novel by Ryuho Okawa.One early summer afternoon, an incident took place in a densely wooded park in Tokyo. Following the alarming sound of a young woman's scream, the alleged victim was found lying with his eyes wide open and foaming at the mouth. The victim was a well-built, strong man: an off-duty Marine. There was no sign of forced trauma, nor even a drop of blood. The only forensic evidence was a small button that seemed to have come from female clothing... Later, similar mysterious murder cases occurred in three other instances. When a detective managed to connect the dots, he came across a young ascetic Catholic nun. The nun, who suffered from amnesia, believed she was bestowed a 'cross' from Jesus, a symbolic holy grail that empowered her to pursue her sacred mission in life.This page-turner novel contains many twists and turns, introducing a new genre of spiritual and religious mystery.

Put down your phone and learn how to follow your silent voice within in serenity to gain true wisdom. Becoming introspective and contemplative is essential for our soul growth. Author of The Strong Mind, Ryuho Okawa guides us to the path to self-mastery to persevere and thrive in this age of uncertainty. We are now entering a time of stagnation where we can no longer afford to have simple-minded optimism. The pre-existing materialistic values are now starting to crumble, causing us to shift our way of thinking and re-evaluate what is most important in life, which is to cultivate and train our inner selves. This book is a crystalized wisdom which the author has been cultivating throughout his life and full of valuable advice to become a cultured person with a loving heart for others. - What is the true wisdom in this age of uncertainty? - How not to become egocentric and conceitful easily, and foster good character to live an altruistic life. - How to use time to lead an intellectually stimulating life. - Find out why your quality of work depends on how you read books. - How to keep working actively for a long time by overcoming limitations.

This self-development book offers practical steps to consciously create a life of rewarding challenge, fulfillment, and achievement. Using his own life experiences and wisdom as the roadmap, Ryuho Okawa inspires us with practical steps for building courage, choosing a constructive perspective, finding a true calling, cultivating awareness, and harnessing our personal power to realize our dreams. Think Big! offers the support and encouragement to shift to new ways of thinking and mastering self-discipline. Okawa's self-proven approach fosters stability and strength in the challenges each of us faces. In addition to his relatable stories and a motivational voice to keep us going, each chapter builds on the next for concrete methodologies that, when added up, are a track to support your dreams, yourself, and your life. Put in place, these day-to-day life tools can help us in living courageously with no regrets, and maximizing our potential. Think Big! also offers the map that helps us confront self-doubts and move us past discouraging obstacles. This book lets us shift our perspectives on failure and vulnerability, learn to charge toward difficult situations, and move away from judgment when we make mistakes. Fast-tracking our goals takes more than just positive thinking - it takes a plan, passion, action and habits that create success. Okawa's simple, relatable wisdom is outlined to cultivate knowledge-seeking, motivated beings that translate personal visions into action for greater happiness and success. Off the pages comes the courage to get unstuck, get clear and focused, and get into action. The transformation is simple; it starts with thinking big. Think Big! - a self-development book that can make a big impact toward a meaningful future.

A sequel to ""The Unknown Stigma"", the first spiritual mystery novel by Ryuho Okawa. A mysterious young Japanese Catholic nun with a noble mission...What kind of destiny will unfold before her? Will it be hope or despair? This page-turner novel develops into a revelation that no one could have ever anticipated. Are you ready to embrace the shocking ending? Only the Modern-Day Messiah could create a scenario like this with the greatest of macroscopic perspectives. After reading this novel, the current world as you know it will appear quite different...

An astonishing sequel to the first two installments of The Unknown Stigma 1 (The Mystery) and 2 (The Resurrection) by Ryuho Okawa, the internationally renowned prolific author of over 3,000 titles on religious truth, personal growth, political philosophy, and economic prosperity. The protagonist, Agnes, journeys through the universe and encounters a mystical world unknown to humankind by accompanying a figure identified as her "Father". Discover what awaits Agnes beyond this mysterious world... The story develops into a revelation of the secrets of the cosmos, including the criteria for universal justice. Also revealed is the hidden cause behind the chaos that struck Earth's Seventh Civilization, which has infiltrated many spheres of society, including some world religions. The Laws of the Universe are about to begin. By reading this novel, you will journey to the unknown world, navigating beyond the mystical veil through the eyes of Agnes.

This book contains the historic lectures given on the first five principles of the Ten Principles of Happy Science from the author, Ryuho Okawa, who is revered as World Teacher. He established Happy Science in October 1986, and built Head Temples, local temples, and missionary centers around the world, with members in more than 160 countries around the globe. These first five lectures produced an enthusiastic fellowship in Happy Science Japan and became the foundation of the current global utopian movement. It starts with the historic lecture, The Principle of Happiness, in which Okawa delivered The Fourfold Path of Love, Wisdom, Self-Reflection and Progress, a universal method to attain true happiness for all people revealed to the world for the first time. In this book, you can learn the essence of Okawa's teachings and the secret behind the rapid growth of the Happy Science movement in simple language. By reading this book and implementing the Exploration of the Right Mind in your life, you will come to know that your essence is that of a spiritual being and learn that the mind is the only thing you can take back to the other world or afterlife. Also, by living the Fourfold Path of Love, Wisdom, Self-Reflection and Progress, you will attain true happiness and start on your path to enlightenment. These principles serve to integrate all religion, philosophy, and academic study.

The Laws of Hope: The Light Is Here by Ryuho Okawa provides us with ways to bring light and hope to ourselves through our own efforts, even in the midst of sufferings and adversities. Inspired by a wish to bring happiness, success, and hope to humanity, Okawa shows us how to look at and think about our lives and circumstances. He says that hopes come true when you have the right mindset inside you. When we feel depressed, happiness can’t be easily gained by competing with others. But there’s limitless potential for growth when we are in competition with ourselves. Sometimes, we should also praise ourselves more. He talks about these and many other ways. The Laws of Hope describes not just worldly ways to make your hopes come true, but also an inner, spiritual kind of success. It’s the kind of success that doesn’t come from only sacrificing yourself for others’ sake or the reverse. It leads to everyone’s happiness. It also leads you to become an invincible, reliable leader with a bird’s eye view of long-term victory and a heart that thinks of others. By making these kinds of efforts in your current circumstances, you can fulfill your mission to shed light on yourself and those around you

A sequel to The Ten Principles from El Cantare Volume I. This book contains the latter five of the Ten Principles of Happy Science of the author, Ryuho Okawa, who is revered as World Teacher. Okawa established Happy Science in October 1986 and built many Head Temples, local temples, and missionary centers around the world, with members in more than 160 countries around the globe. These principles serve to integrate all religion, philosophy, and academic study. You will learn the essence of Ryuho Okawa's teachings and the secret behind the rapid growth of the Happy Science movement in simple language. Volume II reveals the Creator's three major inventions; the secret of the creation of human souls, the meaning of time, and 'happiness' as life's purpose. By reading this book, you can not only improve yourself but learn how to make differences in society and create an ideal, utopian world.

These are the messages of Buddha who has returned to this modern age as promised to His eternal beloved disciples. They are presented in simple words and in poetic style, yet once you start reading these passages, your soul will be replenished as the plant absorbs the water, and you will remember why you chose this era to be born into. Listen to the voices of your Eternal Master and awaken to your calling.

The Power of Basics: Introduction to a Modern Zen Life of Calm, Spirituality and Success presents a roadmap to success that marries spiritual discipline with cross-functional problem solving. "Basics" refers to tasks (or responsibilities) that are overlooked due to mundane or deferrable value, inadvertency leading to gaps and deficiencies. Ryuho Okawa posits that individuals who actively pursue spiritual development possess a bifold diligence and mental resolve to add exceptional value to their area of study or professional focus. Okawa advocates the importance of cultivating a mental attitude dedicated to basics and to confidently endeavor tasks to achieve new levels of productivity. This mental attitude of "dedication to basics," or "Bonji-Tettei ( )," is the Japanese golden rule of success and a spiritual thrust towards enlightenment. Chapter one outlines the essence of the "power of basics" through real-world examples and personal reflections by the author. In this contemporary interpretation of Zen Buddhism, Okawa stresses the importance of disciplined diligence in the era of artificial intelligence and technological dominance. Chapter two is a question and answer dialogue between Okawa and his readers to frame the noble pursuit of professional excellence. Okawa imparts time-management advice on how to navigate productivity bottlenecks and periods of asynchronous constraint. Chapter three explores the theme of "success management" and how we must be cognizant of the obstacles involved to become a seasoned professional. Okawa reinforces the necessity for mastering the "power of basics" introduced in the preceding chapters. Chapter four is a master class review of the "power of basics" for personal development and professional enterprise. Okawa underscores the utility of basics in the workplace to optimize organizational efficacy system wide. The Power of Basics will rekindle your passion and motivation to meet goals and reach unprecedented milestones. By adopting this powerful spiritual concept, you can scale to new heights of success and happiness through the mastery of basics.

How can we become creative when we feel we are not naturally creative? This book provides easy to follow universal and hands-on-rules to become a creative person in work and life. These methods were proven by the success of the author who founded Happy Science in 1986, gave more than 3,000 lectures, published more than 2,800 books, established educational institutions (middle and high schools and a university), launched a publishing company, a political party, and has more than 12 million followers worldwide. These methods of becoming creative are certain to bring you success in work and life. Discover the secret ingredient for becoming truly creative.

What would the Messiah or the Grand Savior be thinking about now while looking at the current world and what would He say to guide people on Earth to bring individual happiness, as well as peace and prosperity to the world? Author Ryuho Okawa reveals the heart of the Messiah by revealing His criteria for justice to the planet Earth, where the population is growing towards 10 billion in the midst of an ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. What is the modern Messiah’s view on the increases of atheism and the AI surveillance societies? What is His solution to the suppression of human rights, and the military expansion of a totalitarian regime in the East, and the extreme liberalism spreading in the West? What is His view on climate change? Find out the answers in this book.

This book is about author Ryuho Okawa's original philosophy of love which serves as the foundation of chapter three of The Laws of the Sun, One Source, One People, One Planet, the first Laws Series of Ryuho Okawa, the international best-selling author of over 2,900 titles (as of November 2021) including The Essence of Buddha. It consists of a series of short essays authored during his age of 25 through 28 while he was working as a young promising business elite at an international trading company after attaining the Great Enlightenment in 1981. The prologue was in fact written in New York, October 1982, when Okawa was working at the World Trade Center as well as studying International Finance at CUNY. This revolutionary philosophy, developmental stages of love, promotes the idea of uniting love and enlightenment, West and East, and bridges Christianity and Buddhism. It is also the starting point of his numerous teachings that forged the basis of the global utopian movement, Happy Science, which now has followers in over 160 countries across the world (as of November 2021).

The Laws of Secret: Awaken to This New World and Change Your Life is the 27th volume of the Laws Series by Ryuho Okawa. His straightforward message breaks through conventional ‘common sense’ and navigates you into the new world of spiritual Truth which no one has ever explained in such detail before. No matter how much science and technology advances, the world will always be full of wonder. That is because our physical world coexists with the spirit world and we are constantly affected by spiritual influences, whether positive or negative.

Twiceborn: My Early Thoughts that Revealed My True Mission chronicles Ryuho Okawa's formative years up to the founding of Happy Science and rise to religious prominence. Comprised of two parts, Part One offers a glimpse into Okawa's early thoughts on profound philosophical themes. Part Two depicts Okawa's first mainstream lecture in Tokyo Dome, where he addressed a grand audience of 50,000 people in July, 1991. Okawa's milestone moments will be featured in the theatrical film, Twiceborn, a dramatized account of Okawa's ascent to greatness, scheduled for international release in the Fall of 2020. Since childhood, Okawa was conscious of an important mission steering his future, and dedicated his youth to assiduous study and training. Part One is comprised of six chapters, where Okawa shares vital lessons and discoveries from his youth that would later stand him in good stead when assuming his mission as a world teacher. Chapter One introduces Okawa's humble beginnings and his awareness of being ordinary. Okawa frames this perception as the impetus governing his aspirations and commitment to diligence. Drawing from experience, Okawa shares key points to consider for those who aspire for greatness. Chapter Two seeds the importance of cultivating a spirit of independence. In this context, independence is the spirit to take responsibility over your life, both mentally and financially, and to live a truly fruitful and meaningful existence. Chapter Three explores the notion of diverse values - why different values, such as people's way of thinking and religious ideas exist, and how we should perceive this diversity. Okawa also shares thoughts on the existence of good and evil and God's purpose behind this duality. Chapter Four focuses objectively on God - from how Okawa came to ponder the existence of God, to his actual experience with the divine - by contemplating his upbringing, environment and the struggles that he encountered throughout adolescence. Okawa accents the importance of controlling and refining one's own mind to encounter God. Chapter Five pertains to time and being. Okawa probes philosophical themes, including why we exist in this world and how we can universally validate the existence of God through love. Chapter Six describes, in detail, the crucial moment when Okawa overcame the Devils' temptation and vowed dedication to a life of religious prominence. Okawa's sincerity conveys his earnest mission to champion peace and deliver salvation to us all. Part Two depicts Okawa's 1991 milestone lecture in Tokyo Dome, "The Victory of Faith," where he made a stunning revelation that forever changed the lives of millions. In this powerful and inspiring lecture, Okawa reveals the spiritual truths governing this world and the reason for our existence. Twiceborn imbues readers with timeless wisdom to further spiritual enrichment and inspire meaningful societal contributions. Find God in your given circumstances and endeavor the mission that you are destined for!

If you could speak to Jesus, Buddha, Moses, or Muhammad, what would you ask? In Messages from Heaven: What Jesus, Buddha, Moses, and Muhammad Would Say Today, Ryuho Okawa uses his spiritual power to communicate with these four spirits and shares their messages to the people living today. This book offers spiritual wisdom and answers to the questions of the divine--messages of love, faith, miracles, gratitude, forgiveness from Jesus; inquires on humility, kindness, and enlightenment in the ordinary life with the Buddha; the meaning of righteousness, sin, and justice from Moses; and answers to questions about tolerance, faith, spirituality, and wealth from Muhammad. Through his conversations with four of the most influential religious leaders, Okawa explores the universal truths that thread between all faithsand offers insights to conquer our challenges that we face today. With this quest comes spiritual awakening as human souls, which unites each of us through the universal principles of love, wisdom, self-reflection, and progress.

There is more to meditation than simply sitting quietly and emptying our mind. When we look within and practice contemplative meditation, we will be able to connect to a higher world, and receive inspirations and guidance to live a better life. This book introduces various types of meditation, including calming meditation, purposeful meditation, reading meditation, reflective meditation, and meditation to communicate with heaven. Through reading and practicing meditation in this book, we can experience the miracle of meditation, which is to start living a life of peace, happiness, and success. With how-tos and answers to common questions about meditation, this simple but profound book will awaken your soul and encourage you to start living a more mindful, positive, and fulfilled life.

Rojin is one of Buddha's six divine supernatural powers of clairvoyance, clairaudience, mind reading, fate reading, astral travel and Rojin, the power of extinction of worldly desires. This book illustrates the whole range of spiritual power available to people who are striving to achieve enlightenment. Ryuho Okawa has redefined the traditional Buddhist term Rojin and explained that in modern society, it means the following: the ability for individuals with great spiritual powers to live in the world as people with common sense while using their abilities to their optimal level. The author logically explains various spiritual powers and teaches that Rojin is the ultimate ability to manage them all. The ability of the author to give such a comprehensive reasoning demonstrates that he is the highest spiritual leader of humankind. By reading this book, you will learn how to apply Buddha's Truth in this day and age, and will learn the wisdom to live a life rich with love and enlightenment that is sanctioned by Buddha or God.

The essence of Buddha is about living a life with meaning and purpose. It offers a contemporary interpretation of the way to enlightenment, written by highly revered spiritual leader. The fundamental tenets of the Buddhist understanding of life, such as The Eightfold Path, The Six Paramitas and the Laws of Causality, are clearly explained in modern and accessible terms, along with the need for self-reflection, the nature of karma and reincarnation, and other teachings of the Buddha. Enlightenment is a potential achievement for every sentient being. The path towards it is an expansion of consciousness, moving from material concerns to an increaed awareness of the unseen spiritual reality. This, and the practice of a love that gives, rather than just expecting to be loved, is the only path to happiness, and a better world.

These comprehensive and essential Buddhist teachings that are written in an easy-to-understand way will resolve the commonly misunderstood concepts taught in modern Buddhism such as ‘egolessness’ and ‘void’, as well as the true meaning of ‘the middle way', ‘nirvana’ and ‘Buddha-nature’. These concepts of spiritual awareness are now resurrected. Ryuho Okawa's clear-cut explanations of the core Buddhist teachings are what has been anticipated among authentic seekers of Truth, so look no farther. 1. The Spirit of Buddhism 2. Freedom and Ignorance 3. The Four Noble Truths 4. What is ‘Egolessness’? 5. ‘Void’ or ‘Emptiness’ and Causality 6. Karma and Reincarnation 7. Progress Through the Middle Way 8. The Two Concepts of ‘Lesser Vehicle’ and ‘Great Vehicle’ 9. What is Nirvana? 10. ‘Void’ or ‘Emptiness’ and Salvation 11. ‘Egolessness’ from the Perspective of the Middle Way 12. Buddha-Nature and the Attainment of Buddhahood

The Laws of Steel: Living a Life of Resilience, Confidence and Prosperity is the 26th volume of the Laws Series by Ryuho Okawa. "Steel" here means our true strength as children of God; we have an inherent power to manifest happiness and prosperity in our lives, and to overcome any evil or conflict to open a Golden Age. This book is a compilation of six lectures that Ryuho Okawa gave in 2018 and 2019, each containing passionate messages for us to open a brighter future for ourselves and the world. It begins with a topic on how to invite prosperity. According to the author, happiness and prosperity are already inherent in all of us and all we need to do is just change our mindset to manifest them in real life. Chapter 2 describes the law of cause and effect, the basic principle to achieve success. Okawa says that if we want to be truly successful in life, we need to understand the law of cause and effect and humbly accept the outcome of our own thoughts and actions. In Chapter 3, Okawa refers to the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and how we should live and work in this modern society where scientific technology rapidly advances and people's life expectancy greatly increases. He also suggests us to do "inspiration-able" work and gives advice on how to receive good inspirations from heaven. These inspirations, he says, will also serve to solve many difficult challenges that we face in international society. In Chapter 4, Okawa talks of his personal experience on how he has achieved success through self-confidence, passion, and the heart of gratitude. He also refers to hot global issues including Iran and Israel, and presents ways to overcome conflicts between Christianity and Islam. In Chapter 5, Okawa talks of his mission and determination as a savior, and calls on people to live in a spiritual way and contribute to create a better world. The concluding chapter talks of the power to make miracles, and Okawa introduces some of the many miracles that happened to the members of Happy Science. He also emphasizes the importance of having a pure mind, giving love to others, and using prayers to open a brighter future. This powerful and inspiring book will not only show us the ways to achieve true happiness and prosperity, but also the ways to solve many global issues we now face. It presents us with wisdom that is based on a spiritual perspective, and a new design for our future society. With the increasing number of people who read and understand the spiritual truths described in this book, we can overcome different values and create a peaceful world, thereby ushering in a Golden Age.