Joyful Pursuits In The Realm Of Knowledge
In a dramatic pivot from the high-stakes world of finance, Ryuho Okawa, an erstwhile titan of Wall Street, traded bonds for the spiritual bonds of a new faith. With an unshakeable conviction that his destiny lay in elevating the collective consciousness, Okawa inaugurated a movement aimed at sewing seeds of serenity and joy worldwide. In the autumnal glow of October 1986, he began to disseminate a tapestry of teachings, claiming to commune with an eclectic pantheon of spiritual luminaries across various faiths. Among the more mystical pronouncements, Okawa has foretold the anticipated manifestation of Archangel Gabriel in the bustling heart of Bangkok.
Yet, the path of Happy Science, as his following came to be known, has not been without its thorns. The group’s unorthodox tenets and practices have sparked debate, leading some to label it a cult rather than a legitimate religious institution. Despite the contention, Okawa’s vision continues to resonate with a cadre of seekers, all looking for a beacon of light in a world often shrouded in shadow..