Daisaku Ikeda

October 15, 2022

Encouraging our fellow members   is the noblest of Buddhist practices. Boundless fortune and benefit will   shine in the lives of those who   continue to make efforts to do so.  Let’s go encourage our friends with    fortitude and courage! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on October 15, 2022

October 14, 2022

Our faith and practice is based on   the Buddhist principle of “cherry,   plum, peach and damson blossoms,”   elucidating the unique diversity and   beauty of all living entities.Everyone has a noble mission.Rather than impatiently comparing   oneself to others, let’s remain true   to ourselves and boldly bring to bloom   our own unique flower of happiness! Tentative translation October 14, 2022

October 13, 2022

Nichiren Buddhism  “will spread for ten thousand    years and more, for all eternity.”(*) Together with our fellow members   throughout the world, let’s advance   with great pride as we pave the way   toward the creation of a peaceful and   flourishing society based on the    life-affirming philosophy of Buddhism! (*) “On Repaying October 13, 2022

October 11, 2022

Is there anyone who is facing difficulties? Let’s light the way for our fellow members    with the beacon of our faith and practice. Let’s spend “Encouragement Week”   meaningfully, spreading hope in our    communities. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

October 11, 2022

Tuesday, October 11, 2022, is a press holiday for the Seikyo Shimbun. “To My Friends” will resume Oct. 12.

October 10, 2022

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin affirms,  “Not a one will fail to attain Buddhahood.”(*) Let’s share the gosho that overflows with   encouragement with friends who are   seeking hope. May your voice ring with courage    and conviction. (*) “The Treasure of a Filial Child,” WND 1 p. 1041 Tentative translation of “Words October 10, 2022

October 9, 2022

The wellspring for expanding   happiness and fortune lies   beneath our own feet. Let’s treasure our neighbors   and local community and   spread trust and friendship   through our sincere efforts. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

October 8, 2022

Let’s aim for the victorious triumph   of worldwide kosen-rufu! When young lions stand up, they can   transform society and the future. Young men and women, bearers of the new era―   rally together the power of your generation! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s October 8, 2022

October 7, 2022

In our activities for kosen-rufu,    everything is based on faith. When we brim with life force,   wisdom and courage well forth. In this way, let’s create a winning   rhythm in our lives! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

October 6, 2022

Take utmost precautions against   falling temperatures! Find ways to stay warm such   as wearing another layer of clothing. Let’s be well prepared so that we can    prevent ourselves from falling ill. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.