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 * The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's http://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/ -- 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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