Daisaku Ikeda

June 16, 2023

A life full of challenges is bright! People grow and develop when   they tackle goals and problems. Let’s chant daimoku resonantly   and continue to advance, then   advance yet again! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

June 15, 2023

There are those to whom we can   confide in and talk to about anything. They are a source of reassurance   and peace of mind. Let’s open wide the door to our    hearts and create and spread   a “safe haven” of happiness   in our community! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” June 15, 2023

June 14, 2023

We dedicate ourselves to   the flourishing of society and   the happiness of our friends,   and help the person who happens   to be in front of us. This is the way of life of Soka. Let’s live our lives making noble   contributions and fulfilling our mission   as Bodhisattvas of the June 14, 2023

June 13, 2023

It is the season when we accumulate   fatigue in response to changes   in our environment. If you feel the least bit unwell,   receive advice and get it   taken care of. Let’s also warmly support those   around us. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on June 13, 2023

June 11, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin states, “Teach others to the best of your ability,   even if it is only a single sentence or phrase.”(*) Kosen-rufu is a struggle waged with words. With the greatest confidence, let’s continue    to share this profound philosophy that    the world is seeking.  (*)”The True Aspect of June 11, 2023

June 10, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin says,  “The Buddha [is] like the sower,    and the people like the field.”(*) Let’s engage in conversations of   courage and hope with friends,   planting in their hearts the seeds   of peace called the Mystic Law. (*) “The Essentials for Attaining Buddhahood,” WND 1, 748 Tentative translation of “To My June 10, 2023

June 8, 2023

Men’s and Young Men’s Division   members who shine as champions   of kosen-rufu―   show actual proof at your workplace   and in your communities! Make a fresh vow and advance,   beginning with your exuberant   gatherings! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent June 8, 2023

June 7, 2023

The keys to creating friendships   in our neighborhood are:   praying for everyone’s peace   and prosperity, acting with    common sense, and having   the spirit to help and support   one another. Let’s build caring and cherished    bonds with people in our community! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in June 7, 2023

June 6, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “The farther the source, the longer the stream.”(*) The wellspring of the spirit of peace is   the mighty river that flows into the future. Let’s stride along the great path of courage   to realize the ideals of kosen-rufu! (*) “On Repaying Debts of Gratitude,” WND 1, 736 Tentative translation of June 6, 2023

June 5, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― “Since the Law is wonderful,    the person is worthy of respect;    since the person is worthy of respect,    the land is sacred.”(*) Our districts are the power source   of happiness. Let’s all support our district men’s and   women’s leaders and strive together   with our shared June 5, 2023