A translation of "To My Friends" published in the Seikyo Shinbun based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
We all possess unlimited power
within our lives,
which enables us
to transform karma into mission!
Brimming with joy and such conviction
in our inherent boundless potential,
let's triumphantly win today
no matter how challenging
our situation(s) may be!
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The fundamental nature of enlightenment manifests itself as Brahma and Shakra, whereas the fundamental darkness manifests itself as the devil king of the sixth heaven."
("The Treatment of Illness", WND-l page 1113)
Selection Source: Buddhism Teachings
Seikyo Shinbun: November 14th, 2017
Wednesday, November 15th 2017
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The tenth and last of the ten troops—arrogance and contempt for others.
"This is manifested in someone who has a high opinion of themselves and looks down on others. When a person grows arrogant, they stop listening to others, and they become lax about doing Soka Gakkai activities and sincerely studying Nichiren Buddhism. Their arrogance will alienate others, leaving them without anyone to point out their errors. The higher a person's social standing, the more likely they are to fall victim to this devilish function.
"Members who manifest this tendency will take part in activities as long as their efforts are applauded and praised by everyone, but when no one is there to make them feel important, they will neglect their practice. As a result, they won't be able to change their karma or elevate their life state, and their good fortune will run out. They will find themselves all alone and end up sad and miserable.
"In the realm of our Buddhist faith and practice, everyone—whether the president of a large company, a high-ranking government official, a university professor, or a top Soka Gakkai leader—is equal. Prestige and renown are inconsequential.
"Achieving success in society is an important aspect of showing actual proof of faith. But if that success is sought out of a desire for fame and fortune, it has no meaning from the perspective of faith. Prestige and renown are not requirements for absolute happiness, and they don't determine whether one attains Buddhahood.
"In the realm of faith, truly great are those who have earnestly chanted Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, introduced others to Nichiren Buddhism, given personal encouragement to fellow members, and helped foster many capable individuals. Those who have worked hard to advance kosen-rufu and support their fellow members are the most admirable.
SGI Newsletter No. 9738, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 27: Chap. 3, Fierce Struggle 35, translation released Nov. 9th, 2017
The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
http://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/
-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
WAGA SEIMEI NIWA
SHUKUMEI O SHIMEI NI KAERU
MUGEN NO CHIKARA GA ARU!
KONO KANKI TO KAKUSHIN DE
DODO TO KYO O KATO!
--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"GANPON NO HOSSHO WA BONTEN · TAISHAKU TŌ TO ARAWARE GANPON NO MUMYO WA DAIROKUTEN NO MAO TO ARAWARE TARI"
("JIBYO DAISHO GONJITSU IMOKU", Gosho Zensahu page 997)
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
We all possess unlimited power
within our lives,
which enables us
to transform karma into mission!
Brimming with joy and such conviction
in our inherent boundless potential,
let's triumphantly win today
no matter how challenging
our situation(s) may be!
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The fundamental nature of enlightenment manifests itself as Brahma and Shakra, whereas the fundamental darkness manifests itself as the devil king of the sixth heaven."
("The Treatment of Illness", WND-l page 1113)
Selection Source: Buddhism Teachings
Seikyo Shinbun: November 14th, 2017
Wednesday, November 15th 2017
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The tenth and last of the ten troops—arrogance and contempt for others.
"This is manifested in someone who has a high opinion of themselves and looks down on others. When a person grows arrogant, they stop listening to others, and they become lax about doing Soka Gakkai activities and sincerely studying Nichiren Buddhism. Their arrogance will alienate others, leaving them without anyone to point out their errors. The higher a person's social standing, the more likely they are to fall victim to this devilish function.
"Members who manifest this tendency will take part in activities as long as their efforts are applauded and praised by everyone, but when no one is there to make them feel important, they will neglect their practice. As a result, they won't be able to change their karma or elevate their life state, and their good fortune will run out. They will find themselves all alone and end up sad and miserable.
"In the realm of our Buddhist faith and practice, everyone—whether the president of a large company, a high-ranking government official, a university professor, or a top Soka Gakkai leader—is equal. Prestige and renown are inconsequential.
"Achieving success in society is an important aspect of showing actual proof of faith. But if that success is sought out of a desire for fame and fortune, it has no meaning from the perspective of faith. Prestige and renown are not requirements for absolute happiness, and they don't determine whether one attains Buddhahood.
"In the realm of faith, truly great are those who have earnestly chanted Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, introduced others to Nichiren Buddhism, given personal encouragement to fellow members, and helped foster many capable individuals. Those who have worked hard to advance kosen-rufu and support their fellow members are the most admirable.
SGI Newsletter No. 9738, The New Human Revolution––Vol. 27: Chap. 3, Fierce Struggle 35, translation released Nov. 9th, 2017
The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
http://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/
-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
WAGA SEIMEI NIWA
SHUKUMEI O SHIMEI NI KAERU
MUGEN NO CHIKARA GA ARU!
KONO KANKI TO KAKUSHIN DE
DODO TO KYO O KATO!
--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"GANPON NO HOSSHO WA BONTEN · TAISHAKU TŌ TO ARAWARE GANPON NO MUMYO WA DAIROKUTEN NO MAO TO ARAWARE TARI"
("JIBYO DAISHO GONJITSU IMOKU", Gosho Zensahu page 997)
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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's a wonderful new web-site
http://treasures-of-heart.com/
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