Editing Sukyo Mahikari (section)

===The art of True Light===
Sukyo Mahikari introduces a practice to purify one's spiritual aspect as an expedient toward attaining happiness. Radiating Light from the palm of the hand is a method of spiritual purification that cleanses the spirit, mind and body. It is said to help open the way to resolving all manner of problems. By purifying the spiritual aspect with the Light and leading a life based on principles of sustainability, people can revive their spirituality and attain increasing health, harmony and prosperity.

The transmission of Light is referred to as "the art of True Light."  Through the palm of the hand, a person (the giver) radiates Light to another person (the receiver), allowing them to purify and revitalize their spirit, mind and body.<ref name="Sukyo Mahikari, Light Energy">{{cite web
|url       =http://www.sukyo-mahikari.org
|title     =Sukyo Mahikari, Light Energy
|publisher =Sukyo Mahikari North America
|access-date=2009-09-10}}</ref>

Radiating Light can be practiced by anyone who so desires, by attending the Sukyo Mahikari primary course.

A session of Light typically begins with both the giver and receiver offering a short prayer. Next, the giver of Light recites a prayer that is believed to have a strong power of purification (the "Amatsu Norigoto Prayer"). The giver then holds his or her hand approximately 30 centimeters (12 inches) from the receiver's body. Sessions of Light usually last anywhere from 10 to 50 minutes.<ref name="Chang 2007 50">{{harvnb|Chang|2007|p=50}}</ref>

Sukyo Mahikari does not advocate the use of the art of True Light as a substitute for medical treatment or therapy.<ref name="Sukyo Mahikari, Light Energy"/> The founder of Mahikari, Kōtama Okada, taught that the purpose of the art of True Light is not to heal disease or illness, but to be of service to society, bring happiness to people, and attain divine nature.<ref name="Chang 2007 50"/>

The art of True Light is said to purify the spiritual realm of one's home and society, making them more peaceful and harmonious. Thus, members are encouraged to radiate the Light to anything, anywhere, and at any time. Thus, the Light is not only radiated to human beings, but also to animals, food, buildings, and the natural environment.<ref name="Chang 2007 50"/>