A translation of President Ikeda's "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shimbun and more.
Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2015
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
When we challenge ourselves based on our practice
not a single effort ever goes to waste!
In fact, in the midst of such struggles and hard work
we experience improvement in our strengths and abilities
and develop a polished personality and glowing self
that earns the trust of the people around us!
Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2015
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"This Gohonzon also is found only in the two characters for faith."
(The Real Aspect of the Gohonzon
- The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin,
Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2015
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
When we challenge ourselves based on our practice
not a single effort ever goes to waste!
In fact, in the midst of such struggles and hard work
we experience improvement in our strengths and abilities
and develop a polished personality and glowing self
that earns the trust of the people around us!
Wednesday, Oct 7th, 2015
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"This Gohonzon also is found only in the two characters for faith."
(The Real Aspect of the Gohonzon
- The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin,
Vol. 1, page 832)
Selection source:
Selection source:
SGI President Ikeda's Essay,
Seikyo Shinbun, Oct 7th, 2015
Thursday, Oct 8th, 2015
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Nichiren Daishonin writes: 'If one lights a fire [lantern] for others, one will brighten one's own way' (WND-2, 1060). In an aging society, this spirit of contributing to the welfare of others is very important. It ultimately means brightening our own way as well.
Thursday, Oct 8th, 2015
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Nichiren Daishonin writes: 'If one lights a fire [lantern] for others, one will brighten one's own way' (WND-2, 1060). In an aging society, this spirit of contributing to the welfare of others is very important. It ultimately means brightening our own way as well.
"Nichiren Buddhism teaches that since we owe a debt of gratitude to all living beings, we should pray for all of them to attain Buddhahood (cf. WND-2, 637).
"Valuing people; treasuring human relationships—these are vital requirements for creating a society where people can truly enjoy long and fulfilling lives.
"What matters is how much we can improve the quality of our lives during our time here on earth—however long it may be. There is a difference between simply living a long life and living a rich and rewarding life. For example, a life can be fulfilled and productive even if it is short by time's measure.
"What matters is that we live each day without regret, moving forwards in our work for kosen-rufu; that we continue to cherish in our hearts a shining purpose and reason for living, whatever our age. Living this way each day is the key to a life of profound satisfaction and fulfilment.
"What matters is that we live each day without regret, moving forwards in our work for kosen-rufu; that we continue to cherish in our hearts a shining purpose and reason for living, whatever our age. Living this way each day is the key to a life of profound satisfaction and fulfilment.
SGI Newsletter No. 9302, The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, Part 2: Human Revolution, Chapter 13: "You Will Grow Younger, and Your Good Fortune Will Accumulate," 13.1 Enjoying a Rewarding and Fulfilling "Third Stage of Life," from the September 2015 issue of the Daibyakurenge, translation released 2nd Oct. 2015
* 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--
SHINJIN KONPON NO DORYOKU NI
ISSAI NO MUDA WA NAI!
SONO TOSO NO NAKA NI
CHIKARAZUYOSA MO FUKAKU MO
SHINYO MO MIGAKARE KAGAYAKU!
--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"KONO GOHONZON MO TADA SHINJIN NO NIJI NI OSAMARERI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1244)
web-site address at http://www.seikyoonline.jp/news/index.html
--WAGATOMO NI OKURU--
SHINJIN KONPON NO DORYOKU NI
ISSAI NO MUDA WA NAI!
SONO TOSO NO NAKA NI
CHIKARAZUYOSA MO FUKAKU MO
SHINYO MO MIGAKARE KAGAYAKU!
--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"KONO GOHONZON MO TADA SHINJIN NO NIJI NI OSAMARERI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1244)
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http://www.sgi.org/
http://www.sgi-uk.org/buddhism/practise
Check out the following address if you are looking for an important gosho quote
http://www.nichirenlibrary.org
And for the children there's a wonderful new web-site
http://treasures-of-heart.com/
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