地獄通信―多様化する〈現代の地獄〉と最新の霊界情報
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This article isMonthly 'Young Buddha' It is an edited and revised version of 'Hell Communication' serialized in Vol. 253-265.
More than half of modern people have fallen into hell
What happens to people when they die?
The afterlife is not a fabrication; when people die, they return to the spirit world that matches their state of mind.
We live in a '3D world' created for soul training. After death, we return to the spirit world as souls.
This world is a temporary world created for soul training, and the afterlife is the true home of the soul.
However, in recent years, there has been a continuous rise in people who live selfishly without believing in the afterlife and fall into hell after death.
Moreover, the number of people who think there is no afterlife and become earthbound spirits continues to increase.
Hell is
Hell is the world where those who die without correcting their wrong thoughts and actions go, existing in a part of the fourth dimension.
It is composed of human evil thoughts (note) and was created 120 million years ago when Lucifer, who was jealous of God, could not return to heaven, and hell was formed underground in the spirit world.
However, the reason this hellish realm does not disappear is due to the compassion of the Buddha.
The Buddha is waiting for humans to repent and return to heaven.
To help those in hell return to heaven as soon as possible, and to explain what kinds of hell exist and how to avoid falling into hell as a precaution.
Note: Evil thoughts (あくそうねん) ... feelings that go against the divine will, such as hatred, anger, complaints, dissatisfaction, suspicion, and incorrect perspectives expressed by people on earth.
Table of Contents
- Characteristics of people who fall into hell ― Hell is not a world only for criminals
- The flow from death to going to hell ― What happens to you when you die
- Types of hell
- Blood Pool Hell
- Beast Path
- Needle Mountain Hell
- Sword Hell
- 大勢を苦しめた人の地獄
- お金で誤った人の地獄
- 信仰を誤った人の地獄
- 歴史にまつわる地獄
- 世界の国々の霊界
- 地獄の最深部
- Those who cannot escape from hell
- Important things to avoid falling into hell
- Reference books
Characteristics of people who fall into hell― Hell is not a world only for criminals
[ Not knowing contentment ]
Greedy people who seek treatment or results beyond their efforts and are not suited to their circumstances. It is necessary to shift thoughts and actions towards giving love and knowing contentment.
[ Constantly irritated ]
People who cannot control their anger and get angry easily. Anger hurts others and pollutes the hearts of oneself and others, so it is important to cultivate a peaceful mind through reflection and meditation.
[ Lacking discernment ]
Ignorant and foolish people. They tend to repeat failures and complain a lot. Learning 'good and evil' from the truth of Buddhism and gaining wisdom is the first step to heaven.
[ Arrogant ]
People who look down on others and do not recognize the differences when seeing superior individuals, thinking 'there's only a slight difference from myself.' It is urgent to look at the wider world and learn humility.
[ Constantly suspicious ]
People who are not straightforward. They approach everything with suspicion first and do not trust others or God. This can be overcome by honing faith through temple training and youth/student activities.
[ Misguided in perspective ]
People who have incorrect ways of thinking or evaluations. Believing in false religious beliefs also falls under this category. It is important to base judgments on the truth of Buddhism.
The flow from death to going to hell― What happens to you when you die
(1) The soul leaves the body
When the heart stops, the soul leaves the body, and the spiritual connection that links the body and soul is severed within 24 hours. This moment is true death. If organ transplants are performed before this, the soul feels pain.
(2) Realizing death by watching the funeral
Surprised to see one's own funeral, gradually becoming aware of one's own death. Once the physical body is gone, one's voice cannot reach those on earth.
(3) The welcoming spirits come
Within 1 to 3 weeks, deceased relatives come to welcome. If one does not believe in the afterlife, they will not know where to return and will become an earthbound spirit, suffering in this world.
(4) Crossing the Sanzu River
When guided by spirits, the scenery changes, and the Sanzu River appears. The way of crossing changes depending on the strength of attachment to this world, and the other side is the entrance to the afterlife.
(5) Receiving judgment from King Enma at the Enma Court
The Enma Court is the place where one reflects on their thoughts and actions during their lifetime and decides their destination in the afterlife. After viewing a digest of one's life in the 'Shoma Mirror', a trial is held to determine whether one can return to heaven or must reflect in hell.
[ Characteristics of the judgment ]
● The video recording of one's entire life serves as evidence
All actions and inner voices done without being noticed by others during one's lifetime are recorded by guardian spirits and shown during the trial. Relatives and friends may also serve as witnesses.
● Good and bad deeds are compared and weighed for judgment
Academic background, status, and family lineage do not apply; the presence or absence of faith is first examined. Then, the good and bad of 'thoughts' and 'actions' are compared and offset for judgment.
● Actions done online are also recorded in detail
In modern times, actions taken on social media and the internet are also meticulously recorded. Deleted data can be restored, and its content becomes subject to judgment.
Types of hell
Blood Pool Hell
A hell one goes to when animal instincts prevail and they indulge in pleasure, losing self-control and true love. In a pool resembling blood, men and women are entangled while drowning. Even if they did not engage in such acts while alive, those whose minds were constantly filled with sexual thoughts also go there. They cannot return to heaven until they realize that the essence of humanity is the soul and reflect on their actions.
[ Various types of Blood Pool Hell ]
● Western-style mansion…Women who were forced to work as 'sex slaves' are confined here. Due to the fear and oppression they experienced while alive, they cannot escape from hell.
● Women's womb…Blood Pool Hell also exists within the wombs of women around entertainment districts. The pool takes the shape of a woman's womb, and hell spirits are gasping inside.
● Hospital…In a place resembling a hospital, beds are lined up, and each person's arms are connected to the next person with needles and tubes like 'IV drips.' Blood is drawn out, and others' blood is injected back in.
[Characteristics of People Who Fall into the Blood Pond Hell]
(1) Physical pleasure is paramount
People who do not believe in gods or the afterlife and indulge in pleasure animalistically. It is necessary to have self-control, thinking that God is watching.
(2) Disseminating sensual works
People who disseminate harmful works to the hearts of young people. By reflecting on their actions and taking a responsible attitude, they can prevent going to hell.
(3) Straying from the path of men and women
People who stray from the path of men and women, such as infidelity and love triangles. Let's change the mindset of 'as long as I'm okay.'
[How to Avoid Falling into the Blood Pond Hell]
(1) Learn spiritual truths
It is important to know the 'standards of good and evil' taught by gods and Buddhas. First, please read the reference books for this project.
(2) Elevating love
Aim for a relationship that is respected by the partner and blessed by those around you. It is desirable to be with someone who enhances your character.
(3) Practice the view of bones
In Buddhism, there is the practice of the view of bones to cut attachment. Consider whether you can love the soul of the other person even if they become bones.
Beast Path
This is the hell where those who lived a life strongly characterized by animality go. They become animals resembling their own hearts, sometimes with only their human faces overlapping from their past lives. They cannot leave until they reflect on having wasted their human life.
[Animals in the Beast Path]
(1) Grouping monkeys
Those who made a fuss with fan activities without contributing to society become like monkeys.
(2) Fierce beasts that continue to kill
Those with strong aggression become fierce beasts and continue to attack other animals until they realize the emptiness of killing.
(3) Edible herbivores
Those who were very fearful become herbivores or small animals, endlessly experiencing the fear of being eaten.
(4) Scurrying rabbits
Those who were too cowardly to work and could not protect their families become like this.
(5) Pigs covered in mud and feces
Those who cannot clean or organize become like this. Even if they look clean on the outside, they can become pigs if their homes are dirty.
(6) Snakes writhing on the ground
Those who were addicted to physical relationships, alcohol, or drugs become snakes. They suffer while entangled with dozens of others.
(7) Lying foxes
Those who deceived others through water trades, sex industries, or gambling become like this. Those who practiced malicious religions also become like this.
(8) Mountain dogs committing evil deeds
Men and women who committed evil deeds night after night or those who are easily angered become like mountain dogs, running around.
(9) Bloodsucking bats flying in caves
Those who worked in jobs that sucked the life blood of others become like this. They are in the caves of hell.
(10) Lean horses carrying heavy burdens
Lazy people become like this. They continue to walk up mountain paths carrying heavy loads.
(11) Boars jumping into rivers
The end of young people who were part of a gang in their previous lives. They still group together in hell.
(12) Herons deceiving each other
People who were con artists in their previous lives. They deceive and compete for small fish even in hell.
(13) Watchdogs atoning for sins
Those who were thieves or robbers become watchdogs and must atone.
(14) Ant hell eating unfilial children
This is the hell where those who were extremely unfilial in their previous lives fall. They are sucked into the sand and eaten.
(15) Giant earthworms writhing in pools of feces
Those who engaged in anal sex in their previous lives become earthworms about 2 meters long.
(16) Swallowed whole by toads
A man who boasted and ran away. He is avenged by the woman he deceived.
(17) Vengeful blue snakes
A woman who became a blue snake out of resentment for being deceived by a man. She swallows the toad that became a man whole.
(18) Piranhas attacking debtors
The end of wicked debtors. They eat those who accumulated debts.
(19) Crows pulling out animal fur
Those who were extortionists in their previous lives. As punishment, they are burned in flames.
(20) Spiders swarming over corpses
People who begged for small change from others. They are burned by fireballs.
(21) Rats gnawing on temple pillars
People who lived off their parents or the state. They are crushed by demons with iron rods.
(22) Chickens beheaded
Soldiers who executed the public. They are beheaded and receive their punishment.
[Mindset to Avoid Falling into the Beast Path]
(1) Fulfilling your desires is not the purpose of life. Know the truths that await after death and strive for the growth of your heart.
(2) A self-centered heart and an emotionally volatile heart are strongly animalistic, so please cherish gratitude and love for those around you.
(3) All actions are seen by God. Do not forget this and do not lose your sense of shame.
(4) Consider whether your actions can be seen as justifiable in the eyes of God. It is also important to choose the 'time, place, and partner.'
Needle Mountain Hell
This is the hell where those who committed sins using their bodies, such as slander and violence, receive retribution through bodily pain.
They climb up and down a mountain with needles protruding 5 to 30 centimeters while being chased by demons. For each evil deed, they are pierced by one needle, suffering as many times as the total number of evil deeds committed in their lifetime. Some people regret their actions and apologize to the gods and Buddhas at the summit.
Examples of sins pierced by needles
● Speaking ill or lying, or posting on social media
● Committing violence
● Being rude to parents or teachers
● Engaging in embarrassing physical acts
Sword Hell
刃が突き出す数千メートル級の山の地獄。針の山で反省の足りない人が、知らずに犯した罪の数も含めて切り裂かれます。
【 堕ちないための心構え 】
(1) 誠実な態度が大切です。周りの人に心の中まで見られても信用されるような人物像を目指しましょう。
(2) 良心に正直に生きて日々、言葉や行いを正しましょう。過ちを犯したら都度、反省することが大切です。
大勢を苦しめた人の地獄
社会的立場や地位がありながら多くの人を苦しめた人ほど罪は重くなり、地獄で反省することになります。地位も名誉もお金も取り上げられ、裸の人間になって「価値のある生き方をしたか、しなかったか」を問われながら激しい責め苦に合います。血の池や針の山よりさらに深い地獄です。
(1) 大釜で煮られる
重税で国民を苦しめた役人や正しい宗教を弾圧した政治家、裁判官、弁護士はお湯や油の入った大釜で煮られる。
(2) ゾンビに食べられる
戦争ばかりをして民衆を飢えさせた将軍は、ゾンビの大群に食い散らかされる。
(3) 身体の一部を失う
噓つきはやっとこで舌を抜かれ、美女を追いかけてばかりだった者は目をくり抜かれる。腰斬(ようざん)となる政治家もいる。
(4) 鋸(のこぎり)で引かれる
間違った法律の作成や裁判、医療活動をした人は裸に墨縄を打たれて鋸で引かれる。電動鋸で斬られる医者もいる。
(5) イナゴに襲われる
飢えた民衆がイナゴに姿を変え、国王一家はその大群に襲われて白骨になる。
お金で誤った人の地獄
お金を儲けるために犯罪に手を染めて人を困らせた者や、金銭への欲が過剰だった者は、それぞれの罪に合った地獄に堕ち、反省するまで苦しむことになります。お金は死後の世界に持って還れないと知って、執着しすぎないことが大切です。
(1) 白蟻の群れに食いつくされる
噓の投資話で金儲けをした人は、白蟻のようになった被害者の亡霊に食べられる。
(2) 臓器を取り出される
万引を何度も繰り返していると、地獄で手術台に乗せられて臓器を取られる。
(3) お金を抱えて川で溺れる
守銭奴の姿。川に落としたお金を拾おうとするが、重くて浮き上がれないままでいる。
(4) ハゲタカに体をえぐられる
貸し渋りや貸し剥がしをしていた銀行家は、目玉や内臓をくちばしでえぐられる。
(5) 猿となって撃ち殺される
お金への執着が強かった人。ヤシの実に入った米を摑んだまま離さず、猟師に撃たれる。
(6) 毒フグに襲われる
高齢者を騙して、詐欺をしていた集団のなれの果て。養殖池の毒フグに襲われる。
信仰を誤った人の地獄
神様や仏様、聖職者を軽んじたような人は地獄で反省することになります。また、宗教のなかでも間違った宗教に入信して「不幸を他人のせいにする」「他宗を強く批判する」といった教えを実践していた人も、反省が求められます。
(1) 狼やカラスに襲われる
仏陀の悪口を言った者は、木に縛られてカラスに皮を剥がされ、狼に肉を食べられる。
(2) 十字架に釘で打ち込まれる
イエスを弱き神と称し、殉教者を馬鹿にすると十字架につけられ、五寸釘を打たれる。
(3) ワニの姿に変えられてバッグになる
仏像を盗んで売り飛ばした人の姿。ワニになり、その皮からハンドバッグが作られる。
(4) ミミズになって魚に食べられる
間違った宗教の信者だった人は、小さなミミズに姿を変えられて猛魚に食べられる。
(5) 流砂に吸い込まれる
宗教で間違ったものを信じていた人は、砂漠の流砂に吸い込まれて熱さで叫ぶ。
歴史にまつわる地獄
戦争や原爆投下など、人類史に残るような出来事が起きたときにつくられた地獄です。事件を起こした人の心や行いが間違っていたり、携わった人の魂に憎しみが刻まれたりしていると、死後もその世界から抜け出せないままでいます。
世界の国々の霊界
地球上には、「日本霊界」「中国霊界」といったように国ごとに霊界が存在しています。天国・地獄の様相も違っており、霊界での出来事は地上にも影響を与えています。世界各国の霊界や地獄の一部分をイラストとともに解説します。
霊界にあるアメリカの地底
アメリカの地底には、アメリカの先住民族を殺戮した白人たちがいる。人類の破滅をもたらす最終戦争“ハルマゲドン”を何種類も研究している。
日本の高天原
日本の神々が世界大戦の敗戦責任を取らずに隠れたことで、高天原は妖怪の巣窟になってしまった。国民や軍人は死後も火炎や飢餓で苦しんだ。
北朝鮮の地獄の底
北朝鮮の地獄の底には洞窟がある。「大将軍」と称される大きな毒蜘蛛が巣を張っていて、その糸が地上にいる指導者にも絡みついている。
霊界にある中国の地底
中国の地底には死神がいる。地底にウィルスの研究所を作って、「全世界を支配する」と豪語しながら研究をしている。
ロシアとウクライナの地獄
地獄の住民が、堕ちてきた人を食べる準備をしている。地上でロシアとウクライナが戦うなかで、人々が地獄に堕ちてくるのを待っている。
地獄の最深部
地獄は、地獄に堕ちる人々の悪想念によって常に曇っていて光が射しません。地獄にも階層があり、生前の罪が重いほど深い地獄に堕ちることになります。浅い地獄は薄墨色の空をしていますが、下に行くほど暗くなり、最深部はコールタールを流したような深い闇になります。ここには最も罪の重い者が堕ちる無間(むけん)地獄と悪魔の住処(すみか)があります。
真っ逆さまに最深部に堕ちる人
最大級の悪人は死後、閻魔の法廷に行くこともなく、真っ逆さまに無間地獄の闇の中に堕ちます。
Avici Hell
The deepest hell isolated at the bottom of a well. It is pitch black, and since others cannot be seen and voices cannot be heard, it becomes an endless solitude. Writers and scholars who spread erroneous thoughts, cruel politicians, and malicious religious figures are isolated as 'dangerous offenders.'
Abode of Demons
Those who fall into Avici Hell and possess a heart that goes against the divine and Buddha, without reflection for thousands or tens of thousands of years, become demons. They take over the hearts of influential people on earth and expand the range of hell.
To avoid being possessed by demons
Demons target those who have desires, anger, pride, and doubt, so it is important to repeatedly reflect and express gratitude. Faith, contentment, calmness, honesty, diligence, and brightness are key.
Those who cannot escape from hell
Those who remain in hell share a common mistake. Those who deny the existence of the divine and Buddha who created each human being, and those who continue to take from others, are not granted the qualification to return to heaven and gain freedom. The divine and Buddha wait for such souls to repent without annihilating them.

Materialists living hedonistically

Atheists, those who deny the soul, and proponents of scientific absolutism

Those who use the divine and Buddha for honor and self-preservation

Those who slander the divine and Buddha or persecute the correct law
Important things to avoid falling into hell
A heart that believes in the Lord God
The important thing in life is to have a heart that believes in the Lord God who loves all people. Striving to approach the divine and Buddha with faith and living kindly towards others is more important than acquiring academic credentials or beauty, and it leads to a shining soul and happiness in the next life. The Lord wishes for everyone to be happy.

Diligently striving with a humble heart

Having a loving heart and being kind to others

Shining light on the world through correct words, actions, life, and work

Aiming to fully believe in the Lord and the truth of the Buddha's law

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