Daisaku Ikeda

March 15, 2023

When we advance based on faith,    we will never be deadlocked! Armed with this unwavering conviction   and passion to beat back adversity,   let’s propel ourselves forward,    brimming with vibrant life force! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

March 14, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin states,  “Only by defeating a powerful enemy     can one prove one’s real strength.”(*)  When we dare to challenge our weaknesses   the path forward will open up in a big way. Let’s break through our self-made obstacles! (*)”Letter from Sado,” WND-1, p. 302  Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the March 14, 2023

March 12, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “If one can establish a relationship with  even just one phrase of the Wonderful Law,   that relationship will continue unbroken   over a million kalpas.(*) This connection and exchange we have   established in our lives will spread   happiness for all eternity! Let’s create beautiful waves infused with March 12, 2023

March 11, 2023

Those who continue to chant   daimoku will never be defeated,   no matter the hardship.The potential and possibilities will   continue to unfold infinitely and boundlessly.Today, too, let’s brim with indomitable   life force! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

March 9, 2023

To our older, senior “Many Treasures”   members―   please lead long, healthy lives! You, intrepid champions who are   advancing victoriously with   daimoku as the foundation, are   exemplars for our successors. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

March 8, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin states, “From this single element of mind   spring all the various lands and  environmental conditions.”(*) Let’s continue to pray powerfully    and make tenacious efforts   to transform our communities into   into realms of peace and happiness. (*)”The Unanimous Declaration by the Buddhas…,” WND-2, 843 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in March 8, 2023

March 7, 2023

Like “oiling the wheels of a cart so that   they turn even though it is heavy(*),    let’s empathize with our friends and   their worries, comfort them and    lighten their heart. This is the true meaning of encouragement. (*) “The Wealthy Man Sudatta,” WND 1, 806. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” March 7, 2023

March 6, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― We Bodhisattvas of the Earth absolutely   have people around us with whom   we share deep karmic ties. Let’s pray for them, engage them in dialogue    and call them forth! Let’s all accumulate treasures of the heart   and commence a grand march toward   Buddhahood. Tentative translation of March 6, 2023

March 4, 2023

The men’s division members    who are making dedicated efforts   in their local communities and society   are the pillars of Soka. With the humanity that you have forged   and developed and your indomitable,   unyielding spirit, create a groundswell   of victory for the sake of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My March 4, 2023

March 3, 2023

Let’s give heartfelt encouragement   to those who are unable to    attend meetings because of work   or sickness. The essence of the Soka Gakkai spirit   is to treasure each person. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.