Our happiness does not exist apart from the happiness of others. The Buddhist’s foundation for action is the spirit of compassion. Compassion has two aspects—relieving suffering and providing ease. It seeks to eliminate people’s anxieties and fears and impart joy, reassurance, and hope. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, … …
Living with joy throughout all is the hallmark of a lofty state of being, of strength and happiness. In contrast, a life that greets everything with criticism and complaint is miserable, no matter how fine it might look from the outside. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 177
If we have hardships to overcome, we can grow and savor exhilarating joy once we surmount them. And when we strive with courageous, pure-hearted faith, all difficulties are transformed into a source of benefit and good fortune, becoming springboards for creating an even brighter future. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, … …
As members of the Soka family, we have always reached out to support those around us, no matter how deep their sorrow, how great their despair, or how challenging their karma. We have stood together with them, encouraging them to be confident that they can surmount any hardship, find a way forward, and become happy … …
Worldwide kosen-rufu can be realized only by encouraging and fostering people who have the courage to stand alone and act on their own initiative. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 26
Faith in the Lotus Sutra is not an intellectual or abstract theory. It must enable us to demonstrate practical wisdom for winning in society, in the real world. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 174
The path of hope for humankind, the great path of Buddhism, lies in locating the means to strengthen the power of our character and humanity, which will take precedenceover military might, political power, or economic growth. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 508
The heart of the great vow for kosen-rufu and the life state of Buddhahood are one and the same. Therefore, when we dedicate our lives to this vow, we can bring forththe supreme nobility, strength, and greatness of our lives. When we remain true to this vow, the limitless courage, wisdom, and compassion of the … …
The Daishonin writes, “Myo [of myoho, the Mystic Law] means to revive, that is, to return to life” (WND-1, 149). It is the immense power of the Mystic Law that gives vitality to and breathes fresh life into all things, including individuals, organizations, societies, and nations. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part … …
In a similar way, Shin’ichi considered photographs an instrument for revitalizing people by inspiring joy, hope, and courage. They were a way to encourage members, calling to them: “Do not be defeated! Be strong! Advance with me!” From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 451