―WORDS OF THE WEEK― The world’s greatest women’s division general meeting! Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “Both oneself and others together will take joy in their possession of wisdom and compassion.”(*) Let’s bring to bloom flowers upon flowers of happiness and peace from the harmonious network of our groups! (*)OTT, 146 Tentative … May 29, 2023
Let’s welcome participants at our meetings with utmost respect― “the same respect [we] would a Buddha.”(*) Let’s bring to bloom flowers of smiles in our communities with our beautiful and harmonious solidarity. (*)“On the Importance of the “Expedient Means” and “Life Span” Chapters,” WND 2, 749 Nichiren Daishonin, quoting from the “Encouragements” … May 25, 2023
The foundation of deepening friendship is to follow through with faith and trust and to engage in thoroughgoing conversation. Let’s mutually cultivate our minds and hearts and spread our solidarity of happiness! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Those with the humble attitude to learn from others are able to grow and develop in leaps and bounds. Let’s cherish each encounter and engage in many meaningful conversations that open and enrich our lives! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President … May 23, 2023
We put our faith into practice for the sake of winning over our own weaknesses. Let’s train our hearts through gongyo and daimoku and boldly demonstrate victorious actual proof. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Nichiren Daishonin says we will “rejoice in hearing the voice of someone else rejoice in the hearing.”(*) Let’s work together and inspire one another in friendly rivalry so that we can create a chain reaction of immense joy and happiness. That is the driving force for kosen-rufu. “The Recitation of … May 20, 2023
Buddhism elucidates the principle of “cherry, plum, peach and damson blossoms,” [elucidating the unique diversity and beauty of all living entities.] Everyone has a noble mission. Let’s help everyone develop their strengths, and foster an array of people of ability for kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in … May 18, 2023
The key to raising capable people is to lend wholehearted empathy and support. Let’s warmly inspire and encourage others, deeply touching their hearts. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Be sincere, especially toward those who are close to you. Let’s convey in words: “Thank you for all you do.” Harmony and happiness shines where there is appreciation. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin encourages us to “respect one another as [we would a Buddha].”(*) Let’s engage friends in conversation, listen well to what they have to say and wholeheartedly praise them for their efforts. Let’s do this throughout our community. (*)”The Fourteen Slanders,” (WND-I, p. 757) Tentative translation of “Words … May 14, 2023