A translation of "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Shinbun based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.
Nov. 5th-11th, 2018
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK -
The founding spirit of Soka is
the "stand-alone spirit."
On the stage where each one of us
has a unique life drama role,
let's perform a wonderful dance
as a Bodhisattva of the Earth
decisively fulfilling the vow that we made!
Now, more than ever,
let's challenge ourselves
to achieve our human revolution!
*Shin'ichi emphasised the importance of courageous stand-alone faith. He said: "Whatever the age, standing alone, or self-reliance, is a fundamental and unchanging principle of kosen-rufu. Nichiren, as well as presidents Makiguchi and Toda, all resolutely stood alone.. This is the spirit of Buddhism and the heart of champions of Soka. To stand alone, practically speaking, means for each of us to take full responsibility for the mission of spreading the Mystic Law in all of our personal realms of influence, including in our families and communities.
(Ref.. https://www..worldtribune.org/2018/04/stand-alone-faith-infused-vow-kosen-rufu/)
Monday, November 5th, 2018
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The Buddha wrote that one should become the master of one's mind rather than let one's mind master oneself."
(Letter to Gijō-bō
- WND, Vol. 1, page 390)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin,"
Seikyo Shinbun, Nov. 5th, 2018
Tuesday, November 6th, 2018
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Like a sword, laws cut through the injustices that deceive people and sever the causes that inflict unfair suffering on them. Like a shield, they stoutly protect people from the hardships and unexpected troubles they encounter. And like a map, they show us where we are now and direct the way forwards.
"Knowing the law can, therefore, be a valuable asset as we navigate through the adventure of life.
"It's important to have an understanding of the law, even if you never enter the legal profession. Through such learning, you can acquire the ability to think clearly and carefully on your own, without being swayed by other people's opinions or the general mood of your surroundings. This will enable you to open the path to the future yourself."
On the Wings of Your Dreams, [3] Legal Professionals—Champions Who Struggle to Protect the People, July 1st, 2017 Future Journal, translation released August 2018.
The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
http://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/
-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
SORITSU NO KOKOROZASHI TOWA
"HITORI TATSU SEISHIN" NARI.
WAGA SEIGAN NO BUTAI DE
KETSUZENTO JIYU NO MAI O!
IYOIYONO NINGEN KAKUMEI E.
--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"AIKAMAE AIKAMAETE KOKORO NO SHI TOWA NARUTOMO KOKORO O SHI TO SUBEKARAZU TO HOTOKE WA SHIRUSHI TAMAISHI NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 892)
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