―WORDS OF THE WEEK―Nichiren Daishonin states,“The seeds of Buddhahood sprout Through causation.”(*)Let’s treasure each connection that we have and sow seeds of Buddhahood as a cause of their happiness!Let’s take joy in engaging in heart to heart exchanges with old friends and new acquaintances. (*) [LSOC2, 75]; “The Properties of Rice,” cf WND I, p. … August 7, 2023
Buddhism elucidates the principle of “a single moment of life comprising three thousand realms.” When we transform our heart, our environment will change accordingly, without fail. Let’s continue to strive to carry through with our personal challenges toward the creation of a happy and peaceful society! Tentative translation of … August 6, 2023
An old adage goes, “Adversity makes a person wise.” The greater the troubles and hardships you face, the greater the growth you will achieve by surmounting them. Oh, young successors, aim for the peak of challenges with an indomitable spirit! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo … August 5, 2023
Where there is song, there is progress. In times of joy and in times of hardship, we always advance together with Soka Gakkai songs. With our hearts bursting with hopes and dreams for kosen-rufu, let’s write the story of our human revolution! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, … August 3, 2023
When we open and read the gosho we are able to develop our life condition and manifest the strength to advance. Let’s spend the summer seeking out and learning from Nichiren Daishonin’s spirit so that we can grow as individuals! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, … August 2, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin encourages us to “Diligently polish your mirror day and night.”(*) Our daily practice of gongyo and daimoku is the ultimate Buddhist practice that enables us to thoroughly polish our lives. (*) “On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime,” WND I, 4.“Arouse deep faith, and diligently polish your mirror day and night. How … August 1, 2023
―WORDS OF THE WEEK― We are about to enter the month dedicated to encouraging future division members during summer vacation. The Mystic Law teaches that “the cherry, the plum, the peach, the damson― in its own entity, without undergoing any change,”(*) shines brightly. Let’s help young people freely develop their … July 31, 2023
Beware of traffic accidents! “Driving while distracted” and driving for long periods without taking a break are particularly dangerous actions. Stay vigilant and prioritize safety above all else! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
A good book broadens our horizons and strengthens and enriches our mind. Happy are those who have a good book they call their good friend for life or words that lay the foundation for their lifetime. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President … July 28, 2023
When we change our thinking, we can transform the way we live our lives. Let’s eliminate resignation and indolence and advance with powerful determination on the path of our mission! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.