Nam-myoho-renge-kyo has the power to sever this fundamental ignorance and allow the light of true wisdom—that is, fundamental enlightenment or the inherent Buddha nature—to illuminate our lives and thus transform hate into compassion, destruction into creation, and distrust into trust. We also call this human revolution. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part … …
Our vow to work for kosen-rufu serves as a fundamental source of strength, giving us the courage to remain fearless in the face of any adversity and undaunted by any hardship. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 56
A life that has been thoroughly polished by chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo shines with wisdom, and this wisdom serves as a beacon guiding the way to victory in life. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 115
Believe in your children. Trust them no matter what. That will be an immeasurable source of support and encouragement for them. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 378
Who deserves the highest respect? It is hardworking, ordinary people. Though they may lack wealth or education, among them are truly admirable individuals. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 358
In short, a real sense of happiness and deep satisfaction in life can be found only within us. The Mystic Law is the fundamental Law of life. Through our Buddhist practice, we can tap the power of the Mystic Law to propel our lives forward. This is why the place where we carry out our … …
Love and gratitude for one’s parents are the foundation of genuine humanity. Outstanding people invariably care for and treasure their parents. I have seen this through the friendships I have forged with leaders around the world. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 360
The resounding music of our women’s division members’ unceasing efforts fills the air day after day in every community and locale. Truly, they are the driving force of kosen-rufu, and no praise, no matter how eloquent, can fully do them justice. Every day, my wife and I pray earnestly and sincerely that all of these … …
What will be the key to winning on the new stage of the twenty-first century? It is, first of all, winning over ourselves today, changing ourselves for the better today. Let’s deeply take this point to heart. Faith is the source of limitless strength. Religion is the earth from which culture flourishes. The Mystic Law … …
If a plane flies off course or a car veers carelessly off the road, it can easily have an accident or fail to reach its destination. Similarly, if our lives go off course, we, too, can crash, plunging into misfortune and misery. Though it may not be visible to the eye, there is a path … …