Daisaku Ikeda

January 20, 2023

We are in a season of extremely   frigid weather. Bundle up and fully protect yourself   from the cold. Make efforts to stay healthy! Take precautions to prevent    gastroenteritis and other illnesses. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 19, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “You will grow younger, and your    good fortune will accumulate.”(*) Those who dedicate their lives to   kosen-rufu are always youthful    and exude happiness.  Let’s advance with vigor and vitality   every day! (*)”The Unity of Husband and Wife,” WND 1, 464 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in January 19, 2023

January 18, 2023

“Effort and challenge” are words   that describe the spirit of youth. My treasured friends who exemplify    the spirit of “from the Indigo,   an even deeper blue,”(*)    let’s win this day with courage! (*) “Hell is the Land of Tranquil Light,” WND I, p. 457  The allegory of the indigo plant is often January 18, 2023

January 17, 2023

Inspiring understanding and rapport  will strengthen bonds of harmony. Together with your fellow members   with whom you share a vow,    “you should always talk with each other”(*)   and advance, brimming with hope! (*) “Flowering and Bearing Grain,” WND 1, 909 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based January 17, 2023

January 16, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Our discussion meeting is a fresh   beginning with friends with whom   we share a vow! As Nichiren Daishonin instructed, “When you visit . . . please have an   earnest talk.” (*) Let’s listen well to what each person   has to say and together create bonds of   January 16, 2023

January 15, 2023

Let’s connect hearts through   one to one dialogue. Such steady efforts create an   unfailing momentum for    building peace. Let’s go to our friends in   high spirits! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 14, 2023

I express my appreciation to all the    volunteer staff who support   the satellite rebroadcast of the   headquarters leaders meetings. Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “Where there is unseen virtue,    there will be visible reward.”(*) Your noble, dedicated efforts for   the sake of your fellow members   ensures that your lives will shine   January 14, 2023

January 13, 2023

Let’s wholeheartedly encourage   students who are sitting for exams. Let’s all pray earnestly that each   one of them can demonstrate    their full potential in their own way! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 12, 2023

The momentum for the development   of kosen-rufu is determined by   a leader’s deep resolve. Let’s initiate action and inspire and   encourage our fellow members   with the spirit of a “great general”! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

January 11, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin states, “Put into flames …    gold becomes pure gold.”(*) Greatness is achieved through   challenging hardships. Let’s carry out strong faith and practice   and stride along the great path of    human revolution! (*) “Letter to the Brothers,” WND I, 497. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo January 11, 2023