Ofudesaki 04:069
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| Thinking of the high places those of you within are depressed. | uchi naru wa kami o omōte izumi iru | うちなるハ 上をふもふて いづみいる |
| But fear no, for God assures you. | kowami nai zo ya Kami no uke-yai | こわみないぞや 神のうけやい |
Alternate English translations
Third Edition
The people who are familiar with Me are hesitating, because they are afraid of the upper people. But there is nothing to be afraid as I, God, assure it.
Inoue/Eynon
Those close to Me are discouraged by fear of the authorities. Fear not, for I, God, shall protect 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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4:69 *Note: At the time, the people within were fearful of interference by the authorities and were hesitant in their faith. These verses are telling followers that there is no reason to worry, that Oyagami will accept their efforts, encouraging them to proceed with peace of mind. |
『おふでさき註釈』、p. 63 六九、註 当時、内部の人々は、官憲の干渉を恐れて信仰をはばかっていたが、けっして心配することはない、親神が確かに請け合うから、安心してまい進せよ、と仰せられたのである。 |
Commentary by Yoshitaro Ueda (2008)
From Michi no dai: Foundation of the Path 34:53
People at the Residence are afraid of the “high places”–referring to the authorities or those in positions of power. Fearing enforcement action by the police, they are daunted and dispirited. The verse encourages these people saying that God assures them that there is no need to be afraid, for God undertakes to protect them.
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