Also, when we encounter a crucial situation, we can firmly resolve to win and chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo with the power of a lion’s roar or the ferocity of an asura demon, as if to shake the entire universe. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 102
What makes us admirable as practitioners of Nichiren Buddhism? Not background, social position, or inherent abilities but our tireless efforts to support our fellow members and help them become happy. That dedicated faith and humanity cannot be overlooked. Such a person is the noblest of all—a person who will attain Buddhahood. From The Wisdom for … …
As the Daishonin writes, to share the Mystic Law is to practice just as the Buddha teaches. It is the most difficult of all undertakings. But we gain the same benefit from enabling someone to hear about the correct teaching whether or not they immediately take faith in it. In either case, we are carrying … …
One need not profess lofty theories to be a humanist. All that is required is to truly believe in people and strive to bring them together. This is true humanism. It is none other than forging friendships. Friendship is strong. The underlying strength of the Soka Gakkai is also friendship, fellowship, and solid unity in … …
There are bound to be times when we become stalled in our progress. That’s when we need to chant and take action with even stronger determination. When we do so, we will definitely cultivate a more expansive state of life and be able to move forward once again. Continually repeating this process is the heart … …
The Daishonin states: “You must not only persevere yourself; you must also teach others. … Teach others to the best of your ability, even if it is only a single sentence or phrase” (WND-1, 386). Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and sharing the teachings of Nichiren Buddhism with others are the two wheels of our Buddhist practice. From … …
Both ourselves and others matter. Caring only about one’s own happiness is selfish. Claiming to care only about the happiness of others is hypocritical. Real “joy” lies in both ourselves and others becoming happy together. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 228
When we face a tough situation, that’s the time we need to summon our courage. The more difficult the challenge, the more bravely we must tackle it. This is the essence of the Soka Gakkai spirit. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 260
Our practice of Nichiren Buddhism empowers us to build a strong self that can bravely face every trial we encounter, enabling us to challenge the situation with a positive spirit and see it as a chance for growth. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 125
Becoming people who are trusted, respected, and liked by all—indispensable people who are needed at home, at work, and in our community—is the way to show the validity of our Buddhist practice and advance our movement for kosen-rufu. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 100