You say you were chosen by God, but aren’t you actually worshipping the idols of “your nation” or “hatred”? Born in Japan, far from Jerusalem, into a Buddhist family and later becoming a Protestant, I learned from you what it means to follow God. That is why I ask: Isn’t idolatry actually the act of making God serve human will?
Buddhism, Ayurveda, and spices. India is one of Japan’s cultural homelands. For example, the Chinese monk Xuanzang traveled the Silk Road to study Buddhism in India, bringing Buddhist scriptures back to China where he translated them. Indian-style curry, as well as curry adapted to Japanese home cooking, are beloved in Japan and available through food delivery services. Ayurveda has also been transmitted to the Japanese as one form of Eastern medicine. Now, rather abruptly, I will translate and quote from the autobiography “Fukuo Jiden” (public domain) by Fukuzawa Yukichi, a key contributor to Japan’s modernization. Quote From Fukuzawa Yukichi’s Autobiography Upon Growing Up, Before Becoming a Monk As I mentioned… Buddhism, Ayurveda, Spices: Cultural Roots and Equal Opportunity
Essential Understanding of Technological Innovation and Human Dignity For those of you interested in environment and health, I believe it’s easy to share the understanding that “the whole, not the parts” is crucial. Therefore, this approach may be particularly advantageous for those who care deeply about environmental issues. 1. The Age of Cognitive Pollution I connected the above article with the literature of Franz Kafka and Haruki Murakami regarding the entire civilization of Homo sapiens and the changes since the Industrial Revolution. How to convey this in English as a second language was a challenge for me. The original Japanese version is distributed as a PDF at the above link.… The Relationship Between AI, Industrial Revolution, and Homo Sapiens History
1. I do not intend to criticize prostitution or sex workers. It might be their form of self-expression, or there could be underlying causes such as childhood abuse that only mental health professionals can determine. However, one thing is clear: Why is the responsibility of the buyers ambiguous while the sellers end up in socially vulnerable positions? Perhaps it’s because we know that human dignity is at stake. 2. Call centers don’t just listen to conversations; they need to solve problems. Whether in writing or voice calls, they require sensitivity. If the government establishes call centers, people can voice their dissatisfaction with national politics. This way, even people with extreme… The Problem of Mary Magdalene from the New Testament Meeting Jesus while Fantine from Les Misérables Remains Unsaved
Introduction Are philosophy and ethics powerless?I felt that the UNHCR’s principle of non-refoulement, compared to 1951, has become an empty formality as something “beyond dispute” in today’s world where population has increased and society has become more complex. I am not a politician. However, I can think about speeches. I wondered if I could support those who actually solve problems. This is because I believe that if there is a possibility to contribute as a citizen, it is the responsibility of those with intelligence to put it into words. Fictional Speech Manuscript This fictional speech was written with the hope of contributing to international society by sharing issues through this… Creating a World Where No One Needs to Flee: Redefining International Migration and Responsibility
Introduction: Note: This essay is written from the perspective of a person with SOGI as a heterosexual cisgender male, based on personal experiences. I do not wish to impose my views on readers. As Professor Butler’s concept of performativity suggests, identity is established through repeatedly performing societal expectations. Gender is not a binary opposition but exists on a spectrum—diverse and not fixed. However, biological differences and hormonal influences should also be considered as factors that affect communication styles. I have therefore simplified my writing. I honestly acknowledge to the reader that this expression emerged because describing the spectrum rather than binary opposition or stereotypes is not the theme of this… From PvP to Party Play: Reframing Partnership as a Cooperative Game
This article is a record of an individual’s life and is not intended to criticize any specific individual or organization. Personal History of Someone Whose Parents Were Also Born After the War I am a man in my late 40s who spent my boyhood in the 1980s. I was born in Japan, live in Japan, and have Japanese citizenship. For various reasons, I live as a Protestant, having been baptized. My paternal grandfather was drafted three times. In pre-1945 Japan under the old regime, he couldn’t refuse. My grandfather returned alive, but he was violent toward his family. Partly because of this, my father broke the cycle of abuse by… Personal War Responsibility and Historical View as a Junior Baby Boomer Generation
This is the spiritual history centered on philosophy and ethics—my worldview—of someone who lost their father to suicide at age 12, read Camus at 14, fell in love with Inukai Michiko’s writings, learned the cause of their father’s death at 17, spent 18 years in furious anger at God without ever doubting His existence, realized that this unwavering anger was itself a form of prayer, received Protestant baptism at 35, and is now in their late 40s. I want to clearly state that I have no intention of criticizing any specific individuals or organizations. Prologue: The Role of Religion and Theological Questions In modern society, where the influence of traditional… Faith, Doubt, and the Search for Ethical Clarity: A Spiritual Memoir Since Age 12