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Saturday, December 31, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 31 Dec 2016 Daily Gosho plus 1st Jan 2017 Daily Encouragement

 

* There is no "To My Friends" as Seikyo Newspaper is taking a break to let the staff and deliverers prepare for the New Year. We continue minus "To My Friends"…

Saturday, December 31st, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Winter always turns to spring."

(Winter Always Turns to Spring 
- WND, Vol. I, page 536)
Selection source: 
Soka Gakkai member's experience, 
Seikyo Shinbun, Dec. 29th, 2016

Sunday, January 1st, 2017
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"My mentor, second Soka Gakkai president Josei Toda, always instructed us to make the Soka Gakkai an organisation where young people could thrive and grow.

"Today, just as he hoped, youth division and future division members throughout Japan and around the world are vibrantly active and growing soundly. We have entered a wonderful age when youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth are emerging in unprecedented numbers.

"I hope that all our Soka youth will exert themselves energetically to their hearts' content, filled with confidence and pride.

"The enthusiastic support of seniors in faith is the way to amplify the enthusiasm and energy of the youth. Let's encourage our precious young members with the SGI spirit of treasuring each person.

"Regarding our juniors in faith as our younger siblings, children, or grandchildren, let's talk, chant, and create shared memories of practising Buddhism together, and, brimming with hope, unite with them to write a grand epic of worldwide kosen-rufu!"

SGI Newsletter No. 9520, Creating the New Era, (31) The Unseen Virtue of Striving Behind the Scenes for Kosen-rufu Manifests as Brilliant Visible Reward, from 18th Dec., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translation released 27th Dec., 2016.

* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's web-site address at
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--- KYO  NO GOSHO ---
"FUYU WA KANARAZU HARU TO NARU "
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1253)

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Friday, December 30, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] Daily Gosho December 30th 2016 & Daily Encouragement December 31st 2016

 

* Seikyo Shinbun (Newspaper) is letting its staff and deliverers take an extended break as the new year comes and goes so over the next few days there will only be "To My Friends" on Jan. 1st. As you know though that won't stop us sending something to you everyday! But just so you know the TMF part will not be there! All the best…   

Friday, December 30th, 2016
— DAILY GOSHO ---
"In such a turbulent world, (and when you do not even have servants you can rely on,) you have sent your husband here.  This shows that your sincerity is deeper even than the earth, and the earthly gods must certainly realise it. It is loftier even than the sky, and the heavenly gods Brahma and Shakra must also be aware of it."
("The Gods Same Birth and Same Name", WND-1 Page 316)
Selection Source:  Together with the Gosho
Seikyo Shinbun:  December 28th, 2016
 
Saturday, December 31st, 2016
—— DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In this year-end holiday season, we may have many more opportunities to meet and talk with others while sincerely continuing our efforts to advance kosen-rufu and contribute to society.  

"Nichiren Daishonin writes: 'Because one has heard the Lotus Sutra, which leads to Buddhahood, with this as the seed, one will invariably become a Buddha' (WND-1, 882).

"Leading our lives based on the Mystic Law, we can sow the seeds of hope wherever we go, and create value in the form of happiness and peace in our own unique way.

"By reaching out to others in dialogue with a sincere wish for their happiness, we can help them form a connection with Nichiren Buddhism. With that firm conviction, let's wisely, joyfully, and cheerfully engage in heart-to-heart interactions."

SGI Newsletter No. 9520, Creating the New Era, (31) The Unseen Virtue of Striving Behind the Scenes for Kosen-rufu Manifests as Brilliant Visible Reward, from 18th Dec., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translation released 27th Dec., 2016.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KAKARU MIDARE TARU YO NI KONO TONO O · TSUKAWA SARETARU KOKOROZASHI DAICHI YORIMO · ATSUSHI CHIJIN SADAMETE SHIRINURAN · KOKU YORIMO · TAKASHI BONTEN TAISHAKU MO SHIRASE TAMAINURAN
("DOSYO DOMYO GOSHO", Gosho Zenshu Page 1115)

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Check out the following address if you are looking for an important gosho quote

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Thursday, December 29, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] To My Friends and Daily Gosho Dec 29 2016 ❄ + Daily Encouragement Dec 30 🌺

 

A translation of "To My Friends" published 
in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Thursday, December 29th, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Our palms are pressed together 
in the utmost respect and appreciation
for all of our "uncrowned heroes and heroines",
who deliver the Seikyo Newspaper 
and/or all our other SGI publications,
and all those people who support 
and contribute articles to our publications,
starting with those who are in charge of 
promoting and distributing.
Let's continue to expand the solidarity of hope 
in the new year as well!

Thursday, December 29th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"And could not this illness of your husband's be the Buddha's design, because the Vimalakirti and Nirvana sutras both teach that sick people will surely attain Buddhahood? Illness gives rise to the resolve to attain the way."

(The Good Medicine for All Ills 
- WND, Vol.1, page 937)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", 
Seikyo Shinbun, Dec. 29th, 2016

Friday, December 30th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"I wish to wholeheartedly praise and applaud the tremendous efforts all our noble members have made for the sake of kosen-rufu this year.

"In a letter written one December, Nichiren Daishonin expresses his appreciation for the sincere efforts made by a disciple: 'Your kind intentions are deeper than the ocean, your acts of merit more substantial than the earth' (WND-2, 975).

"The Daishonin is aware of every single effort we make, no matter how inconspicuous.

"I would like to convey my deepest gratitude to those who deliver the Seikyo Shinbun, the Soka Gakkai's daily newspaper, especially in this cold season of winter; those who offer their homes for meetings; and to everyone who is working hard behind the scenes in their respective capacities to support our movement.

"As the Daishonin notes: 'Where there is unseen virtue, there will be visible reward' (WND-1, 907). Lives filled with unseen virtue through tireless dedicated efforts to the mission of kosen-rufu will shine with immeasurable visible reward.

"Day after day, year after year, accumulating the treasures of the heart; developing a life state of ever-increasing good fortune and benefit; and expanding the network of people who share and support our ideals—this is the life of Soka."

SGI Newsletter No. 9520, Creating the New Era, (31) The Unseen Virtue of Striving Behind the Scenes for Kosen-rufu Manifests as Brilliant Visible Reward, from 18th Dec., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translation released 27th Dec., 2016.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
[MUKAN NO TOMO] NO MINASAMA
TSUSHININ, SHINBUN CHO HAJIME
HONSHI O SASAETE KUDASATTA
SUBETE NO KATAGATA NI KANSHA GASSHO.
KIBO NO KAKUDAI O MYONEN MO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"KONO YAMAI WA HOTOKE NO ON HAKARAI KA SONO YUE WA JOMYOKYO NEHANKYO NIWA YAMAI ARU HITO HOTOKE NI NARU BEKI YOSHI TOKARETE SORO YAMAI NI YORITE DOSHIN WA OKORI SORO NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu, page 1480)

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Wednesday, December 28, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 28 Dec 🎂2016 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 29 Dec ❄Daily Encouragement

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Wednesday, December 28th, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Fresh new progress begins with 
fresh new goals!
Life is about
how we can press forwards 
from "this moment"
starting from "this point" onwards.
Let's advance towards a victorious future!

Wednesday, December 28th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"It is said that, if a teacher has a good disciple, both will gain the fruit of Buddhahood, but if a teacher fosters a bad disciple, both will fall into hell. If teacher and disciple are of different minds, they will never accomplish anything."

(Flowering and Bearing Grain 
- WND, Vol. I, page 909)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", 
Seikyo Shinbun, December 28th, 2016

Thursday, December 28th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"'Usual prudence and courage, as well as your firm faith in the Lotus Sutra, enabled you to survive unharmed.'
- From "The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra" (WND-1, 1000).

"In this passage, Nichiren Daishonin teaches his disciple, Shijo Kingo, the key ingredients to leading a safe, secure life and attaining absolute victory: usual prudence, courage, and firm faith.

"Taking to heart the Daishonin's words, Shijo Kingo bravely weathered the serious crisis facing him. He positively transformed his situation, changing poison into medicine—a victory achieved through following the path of mentor and disciple.

"Please be careful and stay alert during the busy New Year holiday period. Remember to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo with strong faith to vanquish negative functions. May you spend each day wisely, stay safe, and enjoy good health!"

SGI Newsletter No. 9521, Advancing with the Gosho: Words of Encouragement from SGI President Ikeda, (45) Chanting with Strong Faith to Stay Safe and Secure, from 22nd Dec., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, translation released 28th Dec. 2016

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
ATARASHII ZENSHIN WA
ATARASHII MOKUHYOU KARA!
JINSEI WA TSUNE NI [IMA]
[KOKO KARA] DA.
SHORI NO MIRAI E SHUPPATSU!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"YOKI DESHI O MOTSU TOKINBA SHITEI BUKKA NI ITARI ASHIKI DESHI O TAKUWAINUREBA SHITEI JIGOKU NI OTSU TO IERI SHITEI SOI SEBA NANIGOTOMO NASU BEKARAZU"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 900)

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Tuesday, December 27, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Dec. 27th 2016 + Daily Encouragement 🎂 Dec. 28th

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Tuesday, December 27th, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
It's precisely during the busy times of the year
(like the holiday season and year end)
that it's vital we base what we are doing
on Daimoku first and foremost!
The wisdom to battle all sorts
of hardships and struggles
as well as the protection we receive
from the forces of the universe,
all come from the depth and strength of our chanting.

Tuesday, December 27th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Those who believe the Lotus Sutra are as if in winter, but winter always turns to spring."

(Winter Always Turns to Spring
- WND, Vol. I, page 535)
Selection Source: President Ikeda's Essay,
Seikyo Shinbun, Dec 27th, 2016

Wednesday, December 28th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin writes: 'If we consider the power of the Lotus Sutra, we will find perpetual youth and eternal life before our eyes' (WND-1, 413).

"When we align our lives with the eternal and indestructible Mystic Law, the world of Buddhahood within us also becomes eternal and indestructible. We can youthfully advance on the path of eternity, joy, true self, and purity, and help others do the same.

"The mentors and disciples of Soka have steadfastly followed this correct course.

"Studying the Daishonin's teachings gives us courage and deepens our faith. Completely reinvigorated through such study, please become the 'eyes of respect for the dignity of life' and shine the light of revitalisation on society."

SGI Newsletter No. 9514, The Eternal Citadel of Soka, The Great Vow of Soka, from 22nd Nov., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shinbun, translation released 19th Dec. 2016

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TABO NA TOKI KOSO
SHODAI DAI ICHI DE IDOMO!
KONNAN O DAKAI SURU CHIE MO
WARERA O MAMORU SHOTEN NO HATARAKI MO
TSUYOKI INORI KARA UMARERU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"HOKEKYO O SHINZURU HITO WA FUYU NO GOTOSHI FUYU WA KANARAZU HARU TO NARU"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1253)

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Monday, December 26, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] Dec. 26th 2016 - Jan. 1st 2017 Words of the Week, Dec. 26th Daily Gosho + Dec. 27th Daily Enc.

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

December 26th 2016 - January 1st, 2017
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
This past year has shone brilliantly
with our glorious victories! 
My deepest appreciation goes out to all of you, 
our SGI members,
for your selfless dedication and devotion 
for the sake of kosen-rufu!
It is absolutely certain 
that Nichiren Daishonin is praising us.
In perfect unity, 
more cheerfully now than ever before,
let's aim directly at 
the Year of Developing Youth!

Monday, December 26th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If the nation is destroyed and people's homes are wiped out, then where can one flee for safety? If you care anything about your personal security, you should first of all pray for order and tranquillity throughout the four quarters of the land, should you not?"

(On Establishing the Correct Teaching 
for the Peace of the Land 
- WND, Vol. I, page 24)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", 
Seikyo Shimbun, Dec. 26th, 2016 

Tuesday, December 27th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"As humanity moves forwards in tackling the numerous problems and challenges it faces, our promotion of the development of youth will contribute to establishing the 'pillar of peace for all the world's people.'"

SGI Newsletter No. 9514, The Eternal Citadel of Soka, The Great Vow of Soka, from 22nd Nov., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shinbun, translation released 19th Dec. 2016

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
KAGAYAKI HIKARU DAISHORI NO ICHINEN.
ZENDOSHI NO FUNTO NI SHINSHA!
GOHONBUTSU MO GOSHOSAN NARI.
IYOIYO HOGARAKANA DANKETSU DE
SEINEN KAKUDAI E HASHIRI YUKO!

--- KYO  NO GOSHO ---
"KUNI O USHINAI IE O MESSEBA IZURE NO TOKORO NIKA YO O NOGAREN NANJI SUBEKARAKU ISSHIN NO ANDO O OMOWABA MAZU SHIHYO NO SEIHITSU O INORAN MONOKA"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 31)

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Sunday, December 25, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 25th Dec 2016 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 26th Dec Daily Encouragement

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Sunday, December 25th, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Our Dedicated Soka Group 
and Security Group members,
who shoulder the responsibility for kosen-rufu 
of the next generation,
are now exerting themselves in propagating this Buddhism.
By winning over ourselves, 
no matter what we may be facing right now,
let's write a new page in our own personal history 
of overcoming our self-made limitations!

Sunday, December 25th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Today there are people who have faith in the Lotus Sutra. The belief of some is like fire while that of others is like water. When the former listen to the teachings, their passion flares up like fire, but as time goes on, they tend to discard their faith."

(The Two Kinds of Faith 
- WND, Vol. I, page 899)
Selection source: "Kyo no Hosshin", 
Seikyo Shinbun, December 25th, 2016

Monday, December 26th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT  ----
"Adversity is a badge of honour—this is the invincible spirit of Soka.

"…If we take the view that the human race is one family whose home is planet Earth, we can transcend all differences to coexist harmoniously. Basing ourselves on the common ground we share at the deepest level of life is the foundation for true peace.

"The Daishonin writes: 'In the Latter Day of the Law, no treasure tower exists other than the figures of the men and women who embrace the Lotus Sutra [Nam-myoho-renge-kyo]' (WND-1, 299).

"All who uphold faith in the Mystic Law are supremely noble 'treasure towers of life' and 'pillars of humanism.'

"Our members, taking personal initiative to fulfil their mission for kosen-rufu in their respective communities, are truly 'pillars of hope.' Their strength not to be defeated by adversity, their dedication to the happiness of others—that example in itself makes them 'pillars of peace.'"

SGI Newsletter No. 9514, The Eternal Citadel of Soka, The Great Vow of Soka, from 22nd Nov., 2016, issue of the Seikyo Shinbun, translation released 19th Dec. 2016

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-- WAGATOMO NI OKURU --
JIDAI NO KOFU O NINAU
SOKAHAN GAJOKAI NO
DAIGAKUKOSEI GA GUKYO NI ZENRYOKU!
DANKO TO JIKO NI UCHIKACHI
GENKAI TOPPA NO REKISHI TSUZURE!

--- KYO  NO GOSHO ---
"SOMOSOMO IMA NO TOKI HOKEKYO O SHINZURU HITO ARI ARUIWA HINO GOTOKU SHINZURU HITOMO ARI ARUIWA MIZU NO GOTOKU SHINZURU HITOMO ARI CHOMON SURU TOKIWA MOETATSU BAKARI OMOEDOMO TOZAKARINUREBA SUTSURU KOKORO ARI MIZU NO GOTOKU TO MOSUWA ITSUMO TAISEZU SHINZURU NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1544)

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Saturday, December 24, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 24 Dec 2016 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 🎁 25 Dec Daily Encouragement

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
Published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Saturday, December 24th, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
When we're driving back to our hometowns 
or other places (for the holiday season),
let's be sure to give ourselves ample time 
to get there.
Also trying to do other things while driving 
(like using our mobile phones)
or driving under the influence of alcohol 
are an absolute "NO"!
Let's be careful not to be overconfident 
or careless at all times!

Saturday, December 24th, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The fact that her prayers have gone unanswered is like a strong bow with a weak bowstring, or a fine sword in the hands of a coward. It is in no sense the fault of the Lotus Sutra."

(The Royal Palace 
- WND Vol. I, page 489)
Selection source: For January Young Men's Division study meetings, 
Seikyo Shinbun, December 24th, 2016

Sunday, December 25th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"I am always closely observing who is really promoting kosen-rufu and supporting the Soka Gakkai.

"If cunning and deviousness start to prevail, if leaders stop striving selflessly and just send in reports in which they take credit for others' hard work, how unfair that would be to our members! You mustn't allow that to happen to the Soka Gakkai."

SGI Newsletter No. 9515, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 27: Chap. 2, Justice 60, translation released 19th Dec. 2016

* 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 --
KURUMA DE KISEI SURU SAIWA
YOYU ARU KEIKAKU O.
"NAGARA UNTEN" YA
INSHU UNTEN WA GENKIN!
YUDAN YA MANSHIN O HAISE!

--- KYO  NO GOSHO ---
"ON INORI NO KANAI SORAWAZARAN WA YUMI NO TSUYOKU SHITE TSURU YOWAKU TACHI TSURUGI NITE TSUKAU HITO NO OKUBYO NARU YONITE SORO BESHI AETE HOKEKYO NO ONTOGA NITEWA SORO BEKARAZU"
(Gosho Zenshu - Page 1138)

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Check out the following address if you are looking for an important gosho quote

http://www.nichirenlibrary.org

And for the children there&#39;s a wonderful new web-site

http://treasures-of-heart.com/

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Friday, December 23, 2016

[SGI-ToMyFriends-Wagatomo] 23.12.2016 To My Friends and Daily Gosho plus 24.12 🎄Daily Encouragement

 

A translation of "To My Friends"
Published in the Seikyo Shinbun
based on President Ikeda's recent guidance,
and more.

Friday, December 23rd, 2016
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
It's important for parents to make an effort
to spend quality time with their children.
Let's do our very best to listen carefully
to what our children have to say,
and create some precious memories with them!
Let's show them (the value and benefits)
of our faith and practice of this Buddhism,
starting with trying to create a harmonious family!

Friday, December 23rd, 2016
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"An enemy will try to make you forget the danger so that he can attack."

("General Stone Tiger", WND-1 page 952)
Selection Source: Editorial
Seikyo Shinbun: December 23rd, 2016

Saturday, December 24th, 2016
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The lives of those who dedicate themselves to spreading the Mystic Law, even if they are of poor or modest circumstances, brim with the vibrant joy of noble bodhisattvas and shine with the golden hue of Buddhas."

SGI Newsletter No. 9515, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 27: Chap. 2, Justice 59, translation released 19th Dec. 2016

* The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
OYAKO NO JIKAN O YUIGI NI.
JIKKURI HANASHI NI MIMI O KATAMUKE
YOKI OMOIDE O TSUKURO!
SHINJIN KEISHO NO DORAMA O
WAGA WARAKU NO KATEI KARA!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TEKI TO MOSU MONO WA WASURE SASETE NERAU MONO NARI
("SHIJO KINGO DONO GOSHO", Gosho Zenshu page 1185-1186)

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http://www.sgi.org/
http://www.sgi-uk.org/buddhism/practice

Check out the following address if you are looking for an important gosho quote

http://www.nichirenlibrary.org

And for the children there&#39;s a wonderful new web-site

http://treasures-of-heart.com/

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