World Tribune

January 25, 2023

A severe cold wave has hit   the Japanese archipelago. Take utmost precautions against   heavy snowfall that accumulates    swiftly within a short time span. Avoid making unnecessary trips   outdoors and stay safe above all. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 24, 2023

When we are grappling with   hardships, it is the very time   we should open the gosho! The noble, seeking spirit to   read even one line of Nichiren   Daishonin’s writings will   cultivate our life condition. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent January 24, 2023

January 23, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― The SGI is humanity’s hope. The Lotus Sutra states,   “[Advancing] through the world     [they] can wipe out the     darkness of living beings.”(*) Engage in dialogues for peace and   happiness based on the humanistic    philosophy of Nichiren Buddhism    and brilliantly illuminate your community   and January 23, 2023

January 22, 2023

The Soka Gakkai’s “district” is a     power source of encouragement. If we praise one another on our   challenging spirit, joy will increase    multifold and the courage to advance   will burst forth from within. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 21, 2023

“My victory means  the victory of Soka.” [With this determination,]   let’s aim for the pinnacle   of kosen-rufu as we each   challenge ourselves to achieve    a new personal record! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 20, 2023

We are in a season of extremely   frigid weather. Bundle up and fully protect yourself   from the cold. Make efforts to stay healthy! Take precautions to prevent    gastroenteritis and other illnesses. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 19, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “You will grow younger, and your    good fortune will accumulate.”(*) Those who dedicate their lives to   kosen-rufu are always youthful    and exude happiness.  Let’s advance with vigor and vitality   every day! (*)”The Unity of Husband and Wife,” WND 1, 464 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in January 19, 2023

January 18, 2023

“Effort and challenge” are words   that describe the spirit of youth. My treasured friends who exemplify    the spirit of “from the Indigo,   an even deeper blue,”(*)    let’s win this day with courage! (*) “Hell is the Land of Tranquil Light,” WND I, p. 457  The allegory of the indigo plant is often January 18, 2023

January 17, 2023

Inspiring understanding and rapport  will strengthen bonds of harmony. Together with your fellow members   with whom you share a vow,    “you should always talk with each other”(*)   and advance, brimming with hope! (*) “Flowering and Bearing Grain,” WND 1, 909 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based January 17, 2023

January 16, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Our discussion meeting is a fresh   beginning with friends with whom   we share a vow! As Nichiren Daishonin instructed, “When you visit . . . please have an   earnest talk.” (*) Let’s listen well to what each person   has to say and together create bonds of   January 16, 2023