Living In the Light? Sukyo Mahikari Exposed

Sukyo Mahikari, a Japanese spiritual practice that was founded in 1959 by Japanese military leader Yoshikazu Okada, has long been surrounded by questions and controversy. Not considered a religion, the practice is centered around okiyome, or the giving and receiving of light energy, known within the practice as "True Light." Members, or kumite, are instructed to use True Light to purify themselves & others, thus changing themselves back into "Children of God." The goal of kumite is to devote their lives to Su God ("the creator God" or God of all Gods) and assist Him in advancing the "divine plan" detailed within the teachings. In order to do so, kumite must "spread The Truth," or recruit new members and to recognize that "human wisdom" is worthless in comparison to "divine wisdom," or the wisdom of Su God.
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Written by Amanda Epstein