The fact is, the harder we strive for kosen-rufu, the greater the good fortune and wisdom we will acquire. Soka Gakkai activities benefit others and ourselves at the same time. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 237-238
Our Buddhist practice is not an obligation but a right that enables us to attain happiness. We will gain benefit in direct proportion to our own determination and efforts in faith. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 229
When we look after and care for others—that is, help others draw forth their life force—our own life force increases. When we help people expand their state of life, our state of life also expands. That is the wonderful thing about the bodhisattva way. The practice for benefiting others is one and the same with … …
Those who have experienced great suffering can develop into outstanding people. Those who have undergone painful trials can help many others. Such individuals have an important mission. This is the teaching of Nichiren Buddhism and the bodhisattva way of life. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 253
It thus follows that prayer is the driving force for maintaining a correct practice and tenacious action. Nothing is as insubstantial as action without prayer. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 118-119
Small things matter. Right or wrong, small things accumulate and lead to a major difference in the results. That’s why the best way to achieve your important future goals is to pay careful attention to your minor daily challenges and triumph in each one of them. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part … …
Wherever we find ourselves at the present moment, that is the place to rise into action, burning with commitment, passion, and hope. When we ourselves move forward with new vitality as if totally rejuvenated, our local organizations and communities will likewise begin to achieve fresh and dynamic growth. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and … …
Without a doubt, you each possess within you a jewel, your own innate talent. How can you discover that talent? The only way is to challenge yourself to the limit. Your true potential will emerge when you give everything you’ve got to your studies, sports, or whatever you take on. From The Wisdom for Creating … …
Having gratitude and appreciation for the countless people and things that support our lives—that awareness, that feeling, that joy—will invite even greater happiness. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 66-67
Having gratitude and appreciation for the countless people and things that support our lives—that awareness, that feeling, that joy—will invite even greater happiness. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 66-67