Ofudesaki 03:102
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| For fear of those in high places, you are depressed. | kami taru o kowai to omote izumi iru | 上たるを こわいとおもて いすみいる |
| Fear not, for God is hastening. | Kami no sekikomi kowami nai zo ya | 神のせきこみ こわみないぞや |
Alternate English translations
Third Edition
For fear of the upper people, you are hesitating. Fear not! This is the urging of God.
Inoue/Eynon
You are discouraged due to fear of the officials. Do not fear, for I, God, am urging you.
Commentary
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This section contains translated material that has not yet been subjected to peer-review to check for accuracy and clarity. While the translator(s) have given their best effort to render Japanese text into English, we would like readers to keep in mind that the present translation may require further revising and refining. Any input to improve the present translation is greatly welcomed. Translator(s): Roy Forbes |
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3:102 *Note: This verse is prompting followers to have faith in the face of misunderstanding from local authorities and the general public. |
『おふでさき註釈』、p. 47 一〇二、註 当時の地方官憲や世間の誤解をはばかっているそばの人々に対して、信仰を鼓舞せられたお歌である。 |
Commentary by Yoshitaro Ueda (2008)
From Michi no Dai: Foundation of the Path 33:53
Afraid of those in positions of authority and power, the people close to God are depressed, which is to say that they are letting their fear dishearten them. The verse gives them vigorous encouragement, assuring them that there is absolutely nothing to be afraid of because it is God who is trying to hasten salvation.
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