Daisaku Ikeda

December 17, 2022

Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “If the spirit of many in body    but one in mind prevails    among the people, they will   achieve all their goals.”(*) Unity is the key to triumphant victory. Let’s encourage one another and   advance with our hearts as one! (*) “Many in Body, One in Mind,” WND 1, 618 December 17, 2022

December 16, 2022

A small gesture of concern or   words of appreciation serve   as the lubricant for fostering   human relationships.  Let’s also remember to be thoughtful   towards our family members   who are close to us. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

December 15, 2022

Those who have a deep sense of   purpose are not swept away   by the rough seas of reality. Let’s always remind ourselves of   the purpose of our actions and   live out our lives fulfilling our mission   as a Bodhisattva of the Earth. Our path will then be illuminated with   happiness December 15, 2022

December 14, 2022

The true stage of our human   revolution is here and now and   not someday in the distant future. Challenging the issues at hand   will enable you to open wide    the future and achieve victory. Tentative translation of “Words of the Week” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent December 14, 2022

December 13, 2022

Nichiren Daishonin states, “Worthies and sages are tested by abuse. “(*)  Let’s challenge hardships with indomitable   courage! It is such strong and deep resolve   that will enable you to develop greatness   of character. (*) “Letter from Sado,” WND 1, p.303 Tentative translation of “Words of the Week” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, December 13, 2022

December 11, 2022

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Let’s praise one another for our   “unseen virtues” and hold discussion   meetings shining with “visible reward.” Let’s “be confident that the great   reward . . . is sure to come,”(*)   and advance toward triumphant victory   in harmonious unity, together with    our men’s and women’s district leaders! December 11, 2022

December 10, 2022

A youthful heart is not determined   by age. Those who continue to develop   and grow with a seeking spirit and   deep resolve are genuinely youthful! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

December 9, 2022

When we realize what our   mission is, we are able to   rapidly develop our capabilities. Let’s believe in each person’s   potential and encourage them   with all our might! Let’s enable everyone to develop   their remarkable abilities for   the sake of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in December 9, 2022

December 8, 2022

Nichiren Daishonin encourages us to “Diligently polish your mirror day and night.”(*) By earnestly chanting daimoku every day,   we are able to forge a strong self. Let’s continue to carry out a steady practice!  (*)”On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime,” WND I, p. 4 “Arouse deep faith, and diligently polish your mirror day and December 8, 2022

December 7, 2022

Let’s set out with powerful   momentum toward next year’s   victorious triumph! Let’s clearly identify the tasks   to be accomplished, make   thoroughgoing plans, and   take concrete action! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.