A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Saturday, August 31st, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The initiative that a leader takes at the forefront of our activities
is the key to the development of kosen-rufu.
Through chanting with profound determination
and by taking courageous action,
let's be capable of guiding everyone with the type of leadership
that really inspires others to challenge themselves.
Saturday, August 31st, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Therefore, when once we chant Myoho-renge-kyo, with just that single sound we summon forth and manifest the Buddha nature of all Buddhas; all existences; all bodhisattvas; all voice-hearers; all the deities such as Brahma, Shakra, and King Yama; the sun and moon, and the myriad stars; the heavenly gods and earthly deities, on down to hell-dwellers, hungry spirits, animals, asuras, human and heavenly beings, and all other living beings. This blessing is immeasurable and boundless."
(How Those Initially Aspiring to the Way Can Attain Buddhahood through the Lotus Sutra - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 887)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 31st, 2013
Sunday, September 1st, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Members do their best to arrive at meetings on time. But sometimes they may be busy with work or with other commitments, and end up arriving late. Leaders must take the situations of such members into account and not chide or berate them. Rather, they should praise and acknowledge the sincere efforts and faith of these members who, though running late, still come to the meeting."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 55, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
"Leader" SOSSEN KOSO
KOFU KAITAKU NO YOTEI DA.
"FUKAKI INORI" TO
"YUKI" NO KODO DE
MINA GA FURUITATSU MEISHIKI O!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"ICHIDO MYOHORENGEKYO TO TONAUREBA ISSAI NO HOTOKE ISSAI NO HO ISSAI NO BOSATSU ... ISSAI SHUJO NO SHINCHU NO BUSSHO O TADA ITOKOE NI YOBI ARAWASHI TATEMATSURU KUDOKU MURYO MUHEN NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 557)
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Friday, August 30, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 30th Aug. 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 31st Aug. 2013 Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Friday, August 30th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's make sure to express our sincere appreciation
to those members and family members who are
so kind to offer their homes for our meetings for kosen-rufu.
By finishing all meetings as planned, not talking too loud outside, etc.,
let's always remember to pay careful attention to even small matters
and be as sensible and considerate as possible to their neighbours.
Friday, August 30th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"More valuable than treasures in a storehouse are the treasures of the body, and the treasures of the heart are the most valuable of all. From the time you read this letter on, strive to accumulate the treasures of the heart!"
(The Three Kinds of Treasure - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 851)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 30th, 2013
Saturday, August 31st, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Not being part of an organisation might seem more free and enjoyable, but true growth in faith is nurtured through the process of fellow members, "good friends" in the realm of Buddhist practice, encouraging and inspiring one another, and spurring each other on."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 55, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
KOFU NO KAIJO TEIKYOSHA NI
KOKORO KARA KANSHA O!
SHURYO JIKAN NO GENSHU YA
SHUHEN DENO SHIGO GENKIN NADO
HAIRYO O WASUREZU NI!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KURA NO TAKARA YORIMO MINO TAKARA SUGURETARI MINO TAKARA YORI KOKORO NO TAKARA DAIICHI NARI KONO ONFUMI O GORAN ARAN YORIWA KOKORO NO TAKARA O TSUMASE TAMAUBESHI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1173)
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published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Friday, August 30th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's make sure to express our sincere appreciation
to those members and family members who are
so kind to offer their homes for our meetings for kosen-rufu.
By finishing all meetings as planned, not talking too loud outside, etc.,
let's always remember to pay careful attention to even small matters
and be as sensible and considerate as possible to their neighbours.
Friday, August 30th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"More valuable than treasures in a storehouse are the treasures of the body, and the treasures of the heart are the most valuable of all. From the time you read this letter on, strive to accumulate the treasures of the heart!"
(The Three Kinds of Treasure - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 851)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 30th, 2013
Saturday, August 31st, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Not being part of an organisation might seem more free and enjoyable, but true growth in faith is nurtured through the process of fellow members, "good friends" in the realm of Buddhist practice, encouraging and inspiring one another, and spurring each other on."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 55, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
web-site address at http://www.seikyoonline.jp/news/index.html
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
KOFU NO KAIJO TEIKYOSHA NI
KOKORO KARA KANSHA O!
SHURYO JIKAN NO GENSHU YA
SHUHEN DENO SHIGO GENKIN NADO
HAIRYO O WASUREZU NI!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KURA NO TAKARA YORIMO MINO TAKARA SUGURETARI MINO TAKARA YORI KOKORO NO TAKARA DAIICHI NARI KONO ONFUMI O GORAN ARAN YORIWA KOKORO NO TAKARA O TSUMASE TAMAUBESHI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1173)
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Thursday, August 29, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 27th & 29th Aug. 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 29th Aug. 2013 Daily Enc.
* Sorry, yet again! BUT we missed one day in our moving around. Hopefully with this you now have everything,
the Japanese at the bottom is for the 27th first and then the 29th afterwards. All the very best and hope you have a great weekend.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends" published in the
Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To our talented geniuses of Soka - the Students Division!
I hope that you will break through the any personal "walls" that hold you back
and confidently embark on the challenge of the exams ahead of you.
Let's all walk along the grand path (of kosen rufu)
where we are constantly deepening our wisdom and courage!
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Even a feeble person will not stumble if those supporting him are
strong, but a person of considerable strength, when alone, may fall
down on an uneven path."
(Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain - The Writings of Nichiren
Daishonin, Vol.1, page 598)
Selection source: "Myoji no Gen", Seikyo Shimbun, August 25th, 2013
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends" published in the
Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Soka's discussion meetings overflow
with heartfelt encouragement for each one of us
and are the wellspring of hope and happiness for all.
Let's all gather joyfully and participate with enthusiasm
making it a new departure point for our next victory!
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If one gives food to others, one will improve one's own lot, just as,
for example, if one lights a fire for others, one will brighten one's
own way."
(On the Three Virtues of Food - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin,
Volume 2, page 1060)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 29th, 2013
Friday, August 30th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Soka Gakkai is a gathering of Bodhisattvas of the Earth, which is carrying out the practice of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging in the present age. As such, our fundamental spirit is to respect all people, to pray and work for the happiness of humanity, and do everything we can to help and support others.
"In the world today, there is a growing indifference towards others. Genuine humanity has fallen to the wayside as relationships based on self-interest and power hold sway. That makes it all the more crucial to build a society that is filled with human warmth and characterised by mutual respect, trust, and support."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 54, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
web-site address at http://www.seikyoonline.jp/news/index.html
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
SOKA NO SHUNEI TARU
GAKUSEIBU YO!
KYOGAKU JITSURYOKU SHIKEN E
JISHIN NO KABE YABURU CHOSEN O!
CHIYU RENMA NO DAIDO O SUSUME!
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
MAGOKORO NO HAGEMASHI GA HIKARU
SOKA NO ZADANKAI WA
KIBO TO KOFUKU NO GENSEN DA.
MINA DE HOGARAKA NI TSUDOI
ARATANA SHORI E ZENSHIN!
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KAINAKI MONO NAREDOMO TASUKURU MONO TSUYOKEREBA TAUREZU SUKOSHI
KENAGENO MONOMO HITORI NAREBA ASHIKI MICHINIWA TAURENU"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1468)
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"HITO NI MONO O HODOKOSEBA WAGAMI NO TASUKE TO NARU TATOEBA HITO NO
TAMENI HI O TOMOSEBA WAGAMAE AKIRAKANARU GA GOTOSHI"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1598)
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the Japanese at the bottom is for the 27th first and then the 29th afterwards. All the very best and hope you have a great weekend.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends" published in the
Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To our talented geniuses of Soka - the Students Division!
I hope that you will break through the any personal "walls" that hold you back
and confidently embark on the challenge of the exams ahead of you.
Let's all walk along the grand path (of kosen rufu)
where we are constantly deepening our wisdom and courage!
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Even a feeble person will not stumble if those supporting him are
strong, but a person of considerable strength, when alone, may fall
down on an uneven path."
(Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain - The Writings of Nichiren
Daishonin, Vol.1, page 598)
Selection source: "Myoji no Gen", Seikyo Shimbun, August 25th, 2013
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends" published in the
Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Soka's discussion meetings overflow
with heartfelt encouragement for each one of us
and are the wellspring of hope and happiness for all.
Let's all gather joyfully and participate with enthusiasm
making it a new departure point for our next victory!
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If one gives food to others, one will improve one's own lot, just as,
for example, if one lights a fire for others, one will brighten one's
own way."
(On the Three Virtues of Food - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin,
Volume 2, page 1060)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 29th, 2013
Friday, August 30th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Soka Gakkai is a gathering of Bodhisattvas of the Earth, which is carrying out the practice of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging in the present age. As such, our fundamental spirit is to respect all people, to pray and work for the happiness of humanity, and do everything we can to help and support others.
"In the world today, there is a growing indifference towards others. Genuine humanity has fallen to the wayside as relationships based on self-interest and power hold sway. That makes it all the more crucial to build a society that is filled with human warmth and characterised by mutual respect, trust, and support."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 54, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
web-site address at http://www.seikyoonline.jp/news/index.html
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
SOKA NO SHUNEI TARU
GAKUSEIBU YO!
KYOGAKU JITSURYOKU SHIKEN E
JISHIN NO KABE YABURU CHOSEN O!
CHIYU RENMA NO DAIDO O SUSUME!
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
MAGOKORO NO HAGEMASHI GA HIKARU
SOKA NO ZADANKAI WA
KIBO TO KOFUKU NO GENSEN DA.
MINA DE HOGARAKA NI TSUDOI
ARATANA SHORI E ZENSHIN!
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KAINAKI MONO NAREDOMO TASUKURU MONO TSUYOKEREBA TAUREZU SUKOSHI
KENAGENO MONOMO HITORI NAREBA ASHIKI MICHINIWA TAURENU"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1468)
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"HITO NI MONO O HODOKOSEBA WAGAMI NO TASUKE TO NARU TATOEBA HITO NO
TAMENI HI O TOMOSEBA WAGAMAE AKIRAKANARU GA GOTOSHI"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1598)
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[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 28th Aug. 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 29th Aug. 2013 Daily Enc.
* Sorry for the great delay today. We are now making our final moves back home! We are now all back in Japan. From tomorrow we should be back up to normal speed.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin says:
"My wish is that all my disciples make a great vow."*
To the extent to which we deepen our resolve
we are able to throw open the doors to a promising future.
Together let's have hope for the future and make a fresh new departure!
*Gosho - The Dragon Gate - WND1, page 1003
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You must simply make up your mind. Look at the world this year as a
mirror. The reason that you have survived until now when so many have
died was so that you would meet with this affair. ... This will
determine whether you win honour or disgrace your name."
(Reply to Yasaburo - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 829)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 28th, 2013
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Each of us is a protagonist, a person responsible for creating world peace and happiness for all humankind. Let's set forth together in this effort, with the awareness that we are the pioneers of human revolution, leaders of world peace, and champions who will build the future.
"The Chinese writer Lu Xun (1881–1936) said: 'You don't need to ask what is required now; ask what you can do!'[1]
"I am continuing my struggle of words, for the sake of the eternal victory of my dear disciples.
"Life is an unending challenge. The important thing is for each of you to open the way, even if only a little, with new ideas, new determinations, and new actions. If you can do that, the foundations of the SGI will become even more solid and secure, and the great path of peace that is kosen-rufu will unfold ever more widely. That is the way to ensure the arrival of the triumphant dawn when the human revolution of each one of us leads to a fundamental transformation in the karma of all humanity.
"As mentor and disciple,
let's together achieve a brilliant
human revolution."
SGI Newsletter No. 8830, Our Brilliant Path to Victory, The 20th Anniversary of Starting The New Human Revolution, from the August 10th, 2013, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translated 28th Aug., 2013
[1] Translated from Japanese. Lu Xun, Rojin no Kotoba: Rojin Shingen (Words of Lu Xun: Lu Xun Quotes), translated by Sunao Nakamura (Tokyo: Heibonsha, 2011), p. 207.
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
[NEGAWAKU WA WAGA DESHI
DAIGAN O OKOSE]
KETSUI GA FUKAI HODO
MIRAI WA OKIKU HIRAKARERU.
TOMO NI KIBO NO SHIN SHUPPATSU O!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"TADA HITOENI OMOIKIRU BESHI KOTOSHI NO SEKEN O KAGAMI TO SEYO JAKKAN
NO HITO NO SHINURUNI IMAMADE IKITE ARITSURUWA KONO KOTO NI AWAN TAME
NARIKERI ... NA O AGURU KA NA O KUDASU KA NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1451)
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A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin says:
"My wish is that all my disciples make a great vow."*
To the extent to which we deepen our resolve
we are able to throw open the doors to a promising future.
Together let's have hope for the future and make a fresh new departure!
*Gosho - The Dragon Gate - WND1, page 1003
Wednesday, August 28th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You must simply make up your mind. Look at the world this year as a
mirror. The reason that you have survived until now when so many have
died was so that you would meet with this affair. ... This will
determine whether you win honour or disgrace your name."
(Reply to Yasaburo - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 829)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 28th, 2013
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Each of us is a protagonist, a person responsible for creating world peace and happiness for all humankind. Let's set forth together in this effort, with the awareness that we are the pioneers of human revolution, leaders of world peace, and champions who will build the future.
"The Chinese writer Lu Xun (1881–1936) said: 'You don't need to ask what is required now; ask what you can do!'[1]
"I am continuing my struggle of words, for the sake of the eternal victory of my dear disciples.
"Life is an unending challenge. The important thing is for each of you to open the way, even if only a little, with new ideas, new determinations, and new actions. If you can do that, the foundations of the SGI will become even more solid and secure, and the great path of peace that is kosen-rufu will unfold ever more widely. That is the way to ensure the arrival of the triumphant dawn when the human revolution of each one of us leads to a fundamental transformation in the karma of all humanity.
"As mentor and disciple,
let's together achieve a brilliant
human revolution."
SGI Newsletter No. 8830, Our Brilliant Path to Victory, The 20th Anniversary of Starting The New Human Revolution, from the August 10th, 2013, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translated 28th Aug., 2013
[1] Translated from Japanese. Lu Xun, Rojin no Kotoba: Rojin Shingen (Words of Lu Xun: Lu Xun Quotes), translated by Sunao Nakamura (Tokyo: Heibonsha, 2011), p. 207.
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
[NEGAWAKU WA WAGA DESHI
DAIGAN O OKOSE]
KETSUI GA FUKAI HODO
MIRAI WA OKIKU HIRAKARERU.
TOMO NI KIBO NO SHIN SHUPPATSU O!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"TADA HITOENI OMOIKIRU BESHI KOTOSHI NO SEKEN O KAGAMI TO SEYO JAKKAN
NO HITO NO SHINURUNI IMAMADE IKITE ARITSURUWA KONO KOTO NI AWAN TAME
NARIKERI ... NA O AGURU KA NA O KUDASU KA NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1451)
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Monday, August 26, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 26th Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 26th Aug. -1st Sep. 2013 Words o
Translations of President Ikeda's "To My Friends" and "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Monday, August 26th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Our own local district is the forefront of our activities
and is the place where we can fully become happy.
Let's be sure to set clear goals and targets in the district.
And by chanting daimoku with the strong determination
to achieve what we set out to do
and offering warm encouragement to each other,
let's develop a new solidarity of fresh capable talented individuals!
Monday, August 26th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The three thousand worlds of the Dharma-realm may be termed secret and wonderful. Secret means strict [or without a single exception]. The three thousand worlds, every single one of them, exist [in one's life]. There is nothing more unfathomable than this!"
(Ongi kuden - Gosho Zenshu, page 714, The Record of the Orally Transmitted Teachings, page 22) Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 26th, 2013
August 26th-September 1st, 2013
--- WORDS OF THE WEEK ----
Now, the golden time is here for us to widely spread
the great Law of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
Courageously, joyfully and wisely,
let's further expand the kosen-rufu movement
and at the same time, hand in hand, let's elevate our life conditions.
Let's continue to win in all the challenges that lay ahead of us
for the second half of this year!
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
WAGA CHIKU KOSO
KOFUKU MANKAI NO SAIZENSEN.
MOKUHYO O MEIKAKU NI!
TSUYOKI INORI TO HAGEMASHI DE
ATARASHIKI JINZAI NO RENTAI O!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"HOKKAI SANZEN O HIMYO TOWA IUNARI HI TOWA KIBISHIKI NARI SANZEN RARETSU NARI KORE YORI HOKANI FUSHIGI KORE NASHI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 714)
--- KONSHU NO KOTOBA ---
SA! DAIHO GUTSU NO
OGON NO TOKI GA KITA.
YUKAN NI TANOSHIKU KASHIKOKU
KOFU TO KYOGAI NO KAKUDAI O!
KOHANSEN MO KACHI MAKURE!
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Sunday, August 25, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 25th Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 26th Aug., 2013 Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
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Sunday, August 25th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Buddhism teaches the concept of
'Cherry, Plum, Peach and Damson'
which explains the unique diversity and
beauty of all living entities.
Let's make progress in a way that is true to ourselves.
There is no need at all to compare ourselves to others.
Through our single-minded faith and practice,
the best of our abilities and talents will quite naturally shine
in our own unique way.
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Sunday, August 25th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The purpose of the appearance in this world of Shakyamuni Buddha, the lord of teachings, lies in his behaviour as a human being."
(The Three Kinds of Treasure - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 852) Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 25th, 2013
Monday, August 26th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
""Faith that is like fire," he said, "resembles a flame that leaps up and burns brightly for a short time. We experience this when we have a burst of enthusiasm and decide to chant or share Nichiren Buddhism more seriously. Just like a flame, however, this kind of faith tends not to last. In contrast, faith that is like flowing water resembles a stream firmly and steadfastly running its course. It is the faith of a person who, though their actions may not be showy or extraordinary, has an invincible determination and sense of mission, and continues to challenge themselves in faith, practice, and study throughout their life.
"It's important that we maintain faith that is like flowing water
how do we do that? By practising Nichiren Buddhism together with the Gakkai organisation.When human beings, ordinary people, are all on their own, they aren't as strong. They can easily lapse into self-centred, arbitrary views and stop making efforts to grow."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 54, translated 22nd Aug., 2013.
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
BUPPO WA "OBAI TORI".
"JIBUN RASHIKU" SUSUMO!
HITO TO KURABERU NODEWA NAI.
MASSUGUNA SHINJIN NI
SAIKO NO CHIKARA TO KOSEI GA KAGAYAKU!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KYOSHU SHAKUSON NO SHUSSE NO HONKAI WA HITO NO FURUMAI NITE SORAIKERUZO"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1174)
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Saturday, August 24, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 24th Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 25th Aug., 2013 Daily Enc..
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Saturday, August 24th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The fundamental and eternal spirit of the Seikyo Shimbun,
our organisational newspaper, is that it is forever
the newspaper for the sake of the people.
With our deep apprecation to all of those who support
its publication and promotion,
we will continually endeavour to send out
a light of both compassion and wisdom!
*On August 24, 1950, Josei Toda said with profound insight:
"Shin'ichi, the press has far greater power in modern society than we ever imagined. An independent newspaper can certainly be troublesome, but to publish our own would give us immeasurable great power. Our society should have its own newspaper at the earliest possible time think about it, Shin'ichi." Shin'ichi had been aware of the power of the press but he had not thought of a newspaper for the Soka Gakkai. Thus, it was in this troubled time that the idea for the Seikyo Shimbun was born. (The Human Revolution, Vol. 4, "Raging Waves" chapter)
Saturday, August 24th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"To discard the shallow and seek the profound is the way of a person of courage."
(On Repaying Debts of Gratitude - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 712) Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 24th, 2013
Saturday, August 24th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Soka Gakkai is a gathering of Bodhisattvas of the Earth, which is carrying out the practice of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging in the present age. As such, our fundamental spirit is to respect all people, to pray and work for the happiness of humanity, and do everything we can to help and support others.
"In the world today, there is a growing indifference towards others. Genuine humanity has fallen to the wayside as relationships based on self-interest and power hold sway. That makes it all the more crucial to build a society that is filled with human warmth and characterized by mutual respect, trust, and support.
"This is the mission of the Soka Gakkai, and its leaders must be in the vanguard of this effort. A revolution in the life state and character of our leaders, therefore, is the greatest driving force for kosen-rufu."
SGI Newsletter No. 8829, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 26: Chap. 2, Banner of the Law 54, translated 22nd Aug., 2013.
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
SEIKYO NO EIEN NO TAMASHII WA
"NINGEN NO KIKANSHI" NARI.
HONSHI O SASAETE KUDASARU
SUBETE NO MINASAMA NI KANSHA SHI
JIHI TO EICHI NO HIKARI O HASSHIN!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"ASAKI O SATTE FUKAKI NI TSUKUWA JOBU NO KOKORO NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 310)
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Friday, August 23, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 23rd Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 24th Aug., 2013 Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Friday, August 23rd, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Our unshakable confidence in the Mystic Law
is the very basis of everything.
Each and every day,
with enthusiasm and a seeking spirit to learn more,
let's make unceasing efforts to study
the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
and the guidances offered in the SGI.
Friday, August 23rd, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You must not spend your lives in vain and regret it for ten thousand years to come."
(The Problem to Be Pondered Night and Day - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 622) Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 23rd, 2013
Saturday, August 24th, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"'When praised highly by others, one feels that there is no hardship one cannot bear. Such is the courage that springs from words of praise.'
- From "The True Aspect of All Phenomena" (WND-1, 385).
"We can impart courage and strength to others through words of encouragement. Everyone is heartened by praise. It makes them feel happy, brighter and more positive.
"All people inherently possess a life force equal to that of the Buddha—a lifeforce as vast as the universe itself. Nichiren Buddhism enables us to tap that life force to the fullest.
"Let's spiritedly forge ahead, commending and applauding one another's efforts. And let's especially offer warm words of encouragement to our youth and future division members, and create a new Soka citadel of capable people. Together, let's open the way to a hope-filled future."
SGI Newsletter No. 8828, Living the Gosho: Words of Encouragement from SGI President Ikeda (2), (11)Let's Especially Encourage the Youth and Future Division Members, from 19th Aug., 2013 Seikyo Shinbun, translated 22nd Aug., 2013
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
MYOHO ENO TSUYOI KAKUSHIN GA
SUBETE NO KONKAN DA.
HIBI TAYUMI NAKU
GOSHO TO GAKKAI SHIDO O MANABU
"KYUDO NO HITO" TARE!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"ISSHO MUNASHIKU SUGOSHITE BANSAI KUYURU KOTO NAKARE "
(Gosho Zenshu, page 970)
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Thursday, August 22, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 22nd Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 23rd Aug., Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Our deep appreciation for the constant noble efforts
of our members living in apartment and housing complexes,
the ambassadors of happiness in their local communities!
It's thanks to all your dedicated efforts to connect with everyone
that the fragrant flowers of happy smiling faces
are blossoming everywhere!
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Therefore, from the very day you listen to [and take faith in] this
sutra, you should be fully prepared to face the great persecutions of
the three types of enemies that are certain to be more horrible now
after the Buddha's passing. Although my disciples had already heard
this, when both great and small persecutions confronted us, some were so astounded and terrified that they even forsook their faith."
(On Practicing the Buddha's Teachings - The Writings of Nichiren
Daishonin, page 391). Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 22nd, 2013
Friday, August 23rd, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"We have all been born into this world with our own unique and irreplaceable mission. When we are able to deeply recognise that mission, our lives will gain greater spiritual depth. And when we earnestly devote ourselves to fulfilling our mission, we will develop greater life force."
SGI Newsletter No. No. 8826, Fulfilling Our Unique Mission in This World, from the September 2013 issue of the Daibyaku Renge, translated 16th Aug. 2013
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
WAGA MACHI NO KOFUKU SEKININSHA
CHIIKI BU, DANCHIBU NO TOMO NI
KOKORO KARA KANSHA!
MINASAMA NO FUNTO ARITE
EGAO NO HANA WA SAKIKAORU!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"SAREBA KONO KYO O CHOMON SHIHAJIMEN HIYORI OMOISADAMUBESHI
KYOMETSUDOGO NO DAINAN NO SANRUI HANAHADASHIKARUBESHI TO SHIKARUNI
WAGA DESHIRA NO NAKANIMO CHOMON SESHIKADOMO DAISHO NO NAN KITARU
TOKIWA IMA HAJIMETE ODOROKI KIMO O KESHITE SHINJIN O YABURINU"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 501)
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[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 21st Aug., 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 22nd Aug. 2013 Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Wednesday, August 21st, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's embark upon the challenge of undergoing our human revolution
beginning first of all with chanting!
By chanting powerful, sonorous Daimoku,
let's align ourselves with the great power and rhythm of the universe,
and open up a life of consistent victory.
Wednesday, August 21st, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Suffer what there is to suffer, enjoy what there is to enjoy. Regard
both suffering and joy as facts of life, and continue chanting
Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, no matter what happens. How could this be
anything other than the boundless joy of the Law?"
(Happiness in This World - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 681). Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", Seikyo Shimbun, August 21st, 2013
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"A life lived on a grand scale has problems on a grand scale. And problems on a grand scale are what enable us to expand our life-state on a grand scale.
"Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910), the renowned Russian author and spiritual giant, said that whenever he encountered an impasse, he would remind himself of his purpose in life. By always returning to his starting point in this way, he was able to look calmly on his problems and overcome them. His conclusion was: 'When people awaken to their true mission in life, they can solve any problem they have.'"
SGI Newsletter No. No. 8826, Fulfilling Our Unique Mission in This World, from the September 2013 issue of the Daibyaku Renge, translated 16th Aug. 2013
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--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
NINGEN KAKUMEI NO TATAKAI WA
MAZU INORI KARA!
RORO TARU DAIMOKU DE
UCHU NO "RHYTHM" NI NORI
SHORI NO JINSEI O HIRAKE!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"KU OBA KUTO SATORI RAKU OBA RAKU TO HIRAKI KURAKU TOMONI OMOI AWASETE NAM-MYOHO-RENGE-KYO TO UCHITONAE ISASE TAMAE KORE ANI JIJUHORAKU NI ARAZUYA"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1143)
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Wednesday, August 21, 2013
[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 20th Aug. 2013 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 21st Aug., 2013 Daily Enc.
A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Tuesday, August 20th, 2013
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Those people who try to have high ideals in life
are the ones who lead deep and profound lives.
Such are the people our times are yearning for.
Let's use words that overflow with hope
and that have the power to encourage others!
Let's base ourselves on our great philosophy of human revolution!
Tuesday, August 20th, 2013
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"All the characters in which the Lotus Sutra is written represent
living Buddhas. But because we have the eyes of common mortals, we see them as characters. (It is like the example of the Ganges River. Hungry spirits see the waters of the river as fire, human beings see them as water, and heavenly beings see them as amrita. The waters are the same in all cases, but each type of being sees them differently, according to the effects of its karma.")
(Letter to Horen - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 517)
Selection Source: President Ikeda's essay: Our Brilliant Path of
Victory - 111, Seikyo Shinbun, August 10th, 2013
Wednesday, August 21st, 2013
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"My mentor, second Soka Gakkai president Josei Toda, said: 'From now on, it's the age of the youth. We must treasure the youth, talk freely with them about everything, and communicate all our thoughts and feelings to them. The future development of our movement depends solely on having them carry on the baton.'
SGI Newsletter No. 8827, On Our Shared Journey for Kosen-rufu—II, (15) Putting Down Solid Roots of Trust and Friendship, translated 16th Aug. 2013, from the 13th April, 2013 Seikyo Shinbun
* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
web-site address athttp://www.seikyoonline.jp/news/index.html
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
FUKAKI SHISO O MOTSU HITO WA
FUKAKI JINSEI O AYUMU HITO DA.
JIDAI WA MOTOMETE IRU
KIBO AFURERU KOTOBA O!
NINGENKAKUMEI NO DAITETSUGAKU O!
-- KYO NO GOSHO --
"IMA NO HOKEKYO NO MOJI WA MINA SHOSHIN NO HOTOKE NARI WARERA WA
NIKUGAN NAREBA MOJI TO MIRU NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1050)
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