Nichiren Daishonin admonishes, “Regard your service to your lord as the practice of the Lotus Sutra.”(*) Our workplace is a “training ground” for polishing our lives and character. Let’s wholeheartedly challenge the tasks at hand and be a victor who demonstrates that Buddhism is manifested in society! (*)”Reply to a Believer,” … August 23, 2023
Your earnestness and seriousness are manifested through how swiftly you move. Let’s spread trust and empathy with lightning speed! Let’s aim for the glorious summit with spirited enthusiasm! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin urges: “Strengthen your faith day by day and month after month.”(*) It’s time to make a fresh start toward our human revolution, together with our organizational newspaper. Brimming with vibrant enthusiasm, let’s help expand people’s connections to Buddhism and achieve a resounding victory … August 21, 2023
Take utmost precautions to prevent heatstroke! Beware of dehydration during sleeping hours, and keep from staying too long in a hot bath. Let’s maintain good health by drinking plenty of liquids, taking enough sodium (watch your electrolytes), and making use of the air conditioner. Tentative translation of “To … August 20, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “Those who can take faith in the sutra . . . are persons who have acquired many blessings through actions in the past.”(*) With joy and appreciation in our hearts for having encountered Buddhism, let’s boldly engage in dialogue infused with faith and conviction! (*) “On the Protection of the Nation,” … August 18, 2023
The reassurance that their parents are always rooting for them and watching over them becomes the power that propels children’s growth. Let’s spend this summer having many parent-child conversations, listening well to what our children have to say. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based … August 15, 2023
Stay on high alert for severe typhoons! Always stay abreast of the most recent weather conditions and be fully prepared for natural disasters. Exercise “your usual prudence,”(*) take action based on safety above all! (*)“The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra,” WND p. 1000 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the … August 12, 2023
It’s the season for visiting one’s hometown. Let’s spend a meaningful exchange with friends and relatives we can’t meet with regularly. Let’s also take advantage of seasonal greeting cards and spend the summer deepening friendship and trust. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on … August 11, 2023
When we dedicate ourselves spiritedly for the sake of others and for the sake of the future, we experience genuine fulfillment and happiness. Let’s remain true to our convictions and continue to live the “Soka way of life”! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based … August 10, 2023
The lives of those who challenge themselves to persevere and endure shine with victory! Let’s advance with powerful, inner resolve so we can follow through with our determination! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.