Let’s visit the home of one member, then another, and spread joy and inspiration! If we can meet in person face to face, our heart-to-heart bonds will strengthen. Let’s advance along the trajectory of happiness together! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s … May 13, 2023
Let’s watch the rebroadcast of the monthly leaders meeting and make a fresh start toward victory! Brimming with a seeking spirit and the unity of many in body, one in mind, let’s create a history of resounding triumph! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, … May 12, 2023
The merits of our faith and practice manifest in our daily actions and behavior. Keep your promises! Don’t be late to appointments! Let’s value the small things, and above all, be sincere. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “[A tree] will not topple if it has a strong stake holding it up.”(*) When you are faced with difficulties or concerns, don’t suffer alone in silence― find someone that you can confide in and receive advice from. Let’s play out a victorious drama of life together! … May 10, 2023
Place great store in our morning greetings. Your cheerful voice and smile will uplift the people around you, as well as yourself. Let’s tap the wellspring of our inner life force and advance in high spirits! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s … May 9, 2023
Our Buddhist practice enables us to redirect every situation toward hope, progress, and victory. Let’s chant resounding daimoku and each develop great, indestructible life force! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Make time for reading and contemplation, even amidst a busy schedule. Those who are constantly learning and thinking will continue to develop throughout life. Let’s cheerfully spend our lives advancing and progressing! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
If you take the gosho deeply to heart, you will brim with the courage to take a great leap forward, and boundless wisdom of the Buddha will burst forth from within. Let’s engrave the words of the hope-filled writings of Nichiren Daishonin in our lives and advance … May 5, 2023
Spend the consecutive holidays(*) with “safety first” as your byword. Absolutely keep from driving while doing something else [such as texting or talking with a cellphone to your ear] and don’t go over the speed limit. Make plans well in advance. (*) Japan is entering “Golden Week” that comprises many … May 4, 2023
The great vow of Soka Gakkai members is to dedicate ourselves to humanity’s peace and happiness. Together with all our fellow members throughout the world, let’s live with great pride in our mission as Bodhisattvas of the Earth! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based … May 3, 2023