What will the future be like? No one knows the answer to that question. All we know is that the effects that will appear in the future are all contained in the causes we make in the present. The important thing, therefore, is that we stand up with a lofty purpose in our hearts, unswayed … …
When it comes to child-rearing, I’m sure many parents find that things don’t always go the way they hope. But don’t worry too much and just warmly support and accept your children. Look into their eyes and tell these young “emissaries from the future” that you care about them and trust them. From The Wisdom … …
The young women of Soka cherish a true philosophy and work alongside true comrades in faith to expand our circle of true friendship. They are walking a path to genuine happiness far superior to any enjoyed by those who seek only wealth or power. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised … …
Nichiren Buddhism is not a teaching in which the Daishonin alone shines like the sun. It is a teaching in which all of us can bring the sun of Buddhahood to rise in our lives just as he did. We are truly fortunate in that we can manifest the same brilliant life state of Buddhahood … …
Carrying out shakubuku is an expression of our belief in the Buddha nature within ourselves and others. It is an act of profound humanity and the highest respect for others. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 253
It is said that Nichiren Buddhism begins and ends with “On Establishing the Correct Teaching for the Peace of the Land.” And dialogue is the backbone of this important work. It is through one-to-one dialogue that individuals form bonds of genuine trust. Neither military force nor political coercion hold any answers. From The Wisdom for … …
The “lion’s roar” of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the ultimate weapon for battling illness. We must absolutely never forget the Daishonin’s words “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is like the roar of a lion. What sickness can therefore be an obstacle?” (WND-1, 412). From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 259
What is the key to unity? It may seem at first like a contradiction, but the key to unity is for each individual to be self reliant. Each person must pray earnestly and become strong. As long as we think someone else will do it, we can never build true unity. From The Wisdom for … …
Everything that happens in life has meaning. If you press ahead undefeated, through the sadness, the pain, and the feeling you can’t go on, the time will come when you see its meaning. That’s the power of faith, and the essence of life. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, … …
A “person of faith” is synonymous with “a person of victory.” Therefore, I hope all of you will be victorious in your lives. Live your lives so that you can declare: “I have no regrets. I enjoyed my life. I encouraged many others and gave them hope. It was a good life.” From The Wisdom … …