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Valuing each individual—this is the spirit of the Soka Gakkai. As long as we keep that tradition vibrantly alive, the Soka Gakkai will grow and develop forever. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 103
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When we base our lives on the Mystic Law, the life states that drag us toward suffering and unhappiness move in the opposite, positive direction. It is as if sufferings become the “firewood” that fuels the flames of joy, wisdom, and compassion. The Mystic Law and faith are what ignite those flames. From The Wisdom … …
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The important thing is to live with energy and vigor, because that proves the benefit of our Buddhist practice. As the Daishonin indicates, “You will grow younger, and your good fortune will accumulate” (WND-1, 464). From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 191-192
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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. When we dedicate ourselves to this vow, then no matter what obstacles and devilish functions arise, our lives will shine with the serene, invincible … …
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Surely the correct path and most dignified way to live is to advance just as we are, as ordinary people, striving to improve ourselves even just by small increments based on chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, pp. 117-18
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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, … …
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Mr. Toda was always in complete earnest in the struggle for kosen-rufu. When the leaders are truly serious, the members will be too. In such an organization, no matter how intense the struggle, everyone will share a warm spirit of mutual trust. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. … …
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Doing gongyo and chanting daimoku before the Gohonzon represent the dawn, the start of a new day, in our lives; it is the sun rising; it gives us a profound sense of contentment in the depths of our being that nothing can surpass. Even on this point alone, we are truly fortunate. From The Wisdom … …
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Introducing others to Buddhism and striving for kosen-rufu are extensions of the spirit of friendship, of the wish to see those we care about become happy. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 276
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On the vast stage of human history, you are all noble pioneers in the great undertaking of spreading Nichiren Buddhism. Please take the exam with strong confidence in yourselves. That you have gathered for this occasion to study Buddhism is itself a victory and an achievement. It will become a powerful driving force for your … …