Our faith and practice is about creating value.We can discover meaning in every experience and use it as a catalyst toward the next great leap forward.Let’s spend time encouraging fellow members engaged in our shared struggles and cheerfully and courageously make a fresh advance! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based … April 25, 2023
―WORDS OF THE WEEK―Hurrah to the great triumph of the faith and human revolution of all our treasured, fellow friends!Nichiren Daishonin assures us,“You will receive great blessings in your present existence.”(*)Let’s bring happiness, peace and prosperity to our precious friends and communities with whom we share profound karmic bonds. (*)”Good Fortune in This Life,” WND … April 24, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin admonishes, “Be diligent in developing your faith until the last moment of your life.”(*) A vow must be fulfilled to have meaning. Let’s continue to sprint ahead with powerful, tenacious prayer so we have no regrets! (*) “Letter to Niike,” WND I, 1027 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published … April 23, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin urges, “Banish all fears and never think of backsliding.”(*) Let’s take one more step, then another, with steadfast, unwavering faith, and absolutely create a victorious history!i (*) “On Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings,” WND 1, 395 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on … April 22, 2023
“Nichiren’s followers are like roaring lions.”(*) Infused with passion and the spirit to carry out our vow for kosen-rufu, let’s boldly engage in dialogue without sparing our voices! (*) “On Persecutions Befalling the Sage,” WND 1, 997. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on … April 21, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin urges,“Strengthen your resolve more than ever.”(*)Beginning now, let’s burn with great passion for kosen-rufu and engage in conversations that break down the walls of limitations! (*) “The Supremacy of the Law,” WND 1, 615. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “Words echo the thoughts of the mind and find expression through the voice.”(*) Let’s speak with heartfelt conviction so that our words will touch and move the hearts of our friends! Now is the time to challenge our human revolution! (*)”The Unanimous Declaration by the Buddhas…,” WND-2, 843 … April 19, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “So long as one maintains firm faith, one is certain to receive the great protection of the gods.”(*) Strong faith will arouse the protective forces of the universe to action and enable us to pave the way toward glorious victory. Let’s carry through indomitable efforts! (*) “The … April 18, 2023
―WORDS OF THE WEEK― We heroes of Soka will win with prayer based on the determination to absolutely be victorious, a voice infused with courage and sincerity, and the unity of many in body, one in mind. Let’s develop our local community into an indestructible treasure realm! Tentative translation … April 16, 2023
Don’t depend on someone else. “I myself will stand up!” This is the Soka spirit. Let’s all greatly spread friendship where we happen to be right now. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.