As there may be a person who doubts the sweet- ness of sugar there are people who doubt the comrnpass ion of Arnida. There will always be that doubt until the person just tastes the sugar for himself. Then everything will be clear as to the taste of sugar. It is the same way with those who doubt Amida s Com- passion as incompatible with common sense. Common sense and even higher learning will not give peace of mind, so religion must be tried, to see if it really tastes sweet or not.
Some people find no value in the images, the scriptures, and in the religious services.
These are like people who try to hide from their own shadow. Just as the shadow, these images, scriptures, and services are a part of our being an indication of what is in our hearts and minds. Religion is an experience in the mind. When Shinran s teachings are seen this way they give us peace and gratitude. They give us everlasting life.