[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 30th Nov. - 6th Dec. 2020 Words of the Week, 30th Nov. Daily Gosho + 1st Dec. Daily Encouragement

A translation of "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Newspaper based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.

November 30th-December 6th, 2020
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Our young women's general meetings

full of hopes and dreams 

that are opening up the gateway 

towards the centennial of 

the Soka Gakkai's founding,
are about to start!*
The Daishonin teaches,
"The treasures of the heart 

  are the most valuable of all."**
Let's cultivate blossoms of friendship 

in an open and warm atmosphere.
Let's embrace our friend's hearts 

with a sunlight spirit that
can never be defeated.

*During the months of December 2020 and January 2021, Young Women's Division's meetings to introduce and share Nichiren Buddhism, named "Roman General Meetings", are to be held on a limited scale of gathering, by using SNS, etc. throughout Japan.

**Gosho: "More valuable than treasures in a storehouse are the treasures of the body, and the treasures of the heart are the most valuable of all. From the time you read this letter on, strive to accumulate the treasures of the heart!" - WND-1, page 851

Monday, November 30th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"There are not two lands, pure or impure in themselves. The difference lies solely in the good or evil of our minds. It is the same with a Buddha and an ordinary being. When deluded, one is called an ordinary being, but when enlightened, one is called a Buddha.

(On Attaining Buddhahood 

   in This Lifetime 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 4)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 30th, 2020

Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"As our world undergoes major changes, our prayers for 'order and tranquillity throughout the four quarters of the land' (WND–1, 24) have the power to unite and elevate humanity.

"Dialogue rooted in kindness and tolerance and aimed at bringing peace and happiness to society can change any challenge into an impetus for growth and progress, and transform everyone into an ally."

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
SORITSU HYAKUSHUNEN NO MON O HIRAKU
KIBO NO "my" "Roman" SOKAI!
"KOKORO NO TAKARA DAIICHI NARI"
NOBIYAKANA YUJO NO HANA O.
MAKENAI SEIMEI NO YOKO O.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
JODO TO II EDO TO IUMO DO NI FUTATSU NO HEDATE NASHI TADA WARERA GA KOKORO NO ZEN AKU NI YORUTO MIETARI SHUJO TO IUMO HOTOKE TO IUMO MATA KAKUNO GOTOSHI MAYOU TOKIWA SHUJO TO NAZUKE SATORU TOKI OBA HOTOKE TO NAZUKETARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 384)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 29th 2020 + Daily Encouragement Nov. 30th

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

Sunday, November 29th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The existence of senior members 

who are constantly willing 

to take on various struggles and issues themselves

are an inspiration 

for the younger generation of members.
Those who are constantly making an effort 

to nurture others to become 

even more capable than themselves

are true champions of the people!

Sunday, November 29th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"What can we say, then, of persons who are devoting themselves to Buddhism? Surely they should not forget the debts of gratitude they owe to their parents, teachers, and country. But if one intends to repay these great debts of gratitude, one can hope to do so only if one learns and masters Buddhism, becoming a person of wisdom."

(On Repaying Debts of Gratitude 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 690)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 29th, 2020

Monday, November 30th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Why do we experience difficulties even though we are practising Nichiren Buddhism?

"Immediately following the Tatsunokuchi Persecution [in September 1271), the Daishonin wrote a letter explaining the principle of 'lessening karmic retribution.'* Through faith in the Mystic Law, we can make even the most hellish sufferings vanish instantly in this lifetime (cf. WND-1,199). We experience problems and adversities in life so that we can attain Buddhahood, a state of eternally indestructible happiness.

"The Daishonin encourages the three disciples to whom this particular letter was addressed [Ota Saemon-no-jo, the lay priest Soya Kyoshin and Dharma Bridge Kimbara] to advance dauntlessly in complete unity, just like the two brothers who share the same name Chudapanthaka.**.

"In these extremely challenging times of the coronavirus pandemic, our members around the globe are 'transcending all differences among themselves' (WND-1, 217) to encourage one another and illuminate society with a light of hope, courage and friendship."

Constructing the New Era, Illuminating the World with the Light of Hope, Courage and Friendship, translated from the July 17th, 2020 issue of Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020. 

* Lessening karmic retribution: this term, which literally means, "transforming the heavy and receiving it lightly," appears in the Nirvana sutra. "Heavy" indicates negative karma, accumulated over countless lifetimes in the past. As a benefit of protecting the correct teaching of Buddhism, we can experience relatively light karmic retribution in this lifetime, thereby expiating heavy karma, that ordinarily would adversely affect us not only in this lifetime, but over many lifetimes to come.

** Sons of a Brahman family in Shakyamuni's time, said to have had the same name Chudapanthaka. Therefore, when one was called, both would answer. The Daishonin compares the staunch unity of his three disciples to the two brothers closeness.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KURO O ITOWANAI
SEMPAI NO SHINKENNA SUGATA GA
KOHAI NO KOKORO O SHOKUHATSU SURU.
JIBUN IJO NO JINZAI O HAGUKUMU.
SONO HITO KOSO NINGEN OJA DA!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"BUKKYO O NARAWAN MONO BUMO SHISHO KOKUON O WASURU BESHIYA KONO DAION O HOZEN NIWA KANARAZU BUPPO O NARAI KIWAME CHISHA TO NARADE KANAU BEKIKA"
(Gosho Zenshu page 293)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 28/11/2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 29/11 Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, November 28th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Helping others to develop their connection 

 with this Buddhism as much as we can
  is the surest way to both our own happiness 

   and theirs.
By bringing forth abundant wisdom from within,
 let's cheerfully continue to challenge ourselves 

  and add yet more pages to our journal

   of fostering and nurturing friendships!

Saturday, November 28th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Even if one were to point at the earth and miss it, even if the sun and moon should fall to the ground, even if an age should come when the tides cease to ebb and flow, or even if flowers should not turn to fruit in summer, it could never happen that a woman who chants Nam-myoho-renge-kyo would fail to be reunited with her beloved child."

(The Gift of Clear Sake 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 1092)
Selection Source: 

Soka Gakkai member's experience, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 28th, 2020

Sunday, November 29th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"American poet and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–82), who hailed from Boston, urged people, 'Trust thyself,'* and declared, 'It is certain that there is a great deal of good in us that does not know itself.'

"We must bring forth great strength from within. Each day of our life is a courageous challenge, an adventure and an opportunity for self-development. The wings to carry us on this journey are forged by learning through our interactions with others and making efforts to contribute to society."

Unforgettable Journeys, Boston—The Power of Positivity and Optimism, July 17th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020

* Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Self-Reliance," essays and lectures (New York: Library of America, 1983), p.260.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
BUTSUEN O HIROGERU KOTOGA
JITA TOMONO KOFUKU NO JIKIDO DA.
CHIE O WAKI TATASE
JISHIN NO "KOYUROKU" O
HOGARAKANI TSUZURI YUKO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"DAICHI WA SASABA HAZURUTOMO NICHIGETSU WA CHI NI OCHI TAMOTOMO SHIO WA MICHIHINU YO WA ARITOMO HANA WA NATSU NI NARAZUTOMO NAN MYOHO RENGE KYO TO MOSU NYONIN NO OMOU KO NI AWAZU TO IU KOTO NASHI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1576)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Nov. 27th 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho plus Nov. 28th Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, November 27th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
"You must not spend your lives in vain
  and regret it 

   for ten thousand years to come."
Let's continue straight along the path
  of our own self-chosen mission!
Let's be undaunted heroes 

  that strive for the sake of kosen-rufu! 

*From "The Problem to Be Pondered Night and Day" 

  - WND-1, page 622

Friday, November 27th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
Become the master of your mind rather than let your mind master you.

(Letter to the Brothers - WND-1, page 502)
Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin
Seikyo Newspaper - Friday, Nov. 27th, 2020

Saturday, November 28th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Mr. Makiguchi died just after 6:00 a.m. on November 18th, 1944. By some mystic coincidence, around that same period, Mr. Toda, who was also in prison, experienced a profound awakening to his mission as a Bodhisattva of the Earth and opened a new phase in his life.

"The fighting spirit to stand up alone and take action for kosen-rufu ensures that the vow for kosen-rufu, the baton of the Mystic Law, is passed on.

"'Myo [of myoho, the Mystic Law] means to revive' (WND-1, 149).

"Based on the oneness of mentor and disciple, let us resolve to make the lionhearted spirit demonstrated by our founding president surge forth afresh within us every morning of every day."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"ISSHOU MUNASHIKU SUGOSHITE
BANSAI KU YURU KOTO NAKARE"
MIZUKARA KIMETA SHIMEI NO MICHI O
MASSUGU NI AYUMOU!
KOUFU MAISHIN NO YUUSHA TARE!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KOKORO NO SHI TO WA, NARU TOMO KOKORO O SHI TO SEZARE
(Gosho Zenshu page 1088)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 26th Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 27th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Thursday, November 26th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The heart of Buddhism lies in 

  our behaviour as a human being.*
When we sincerely chant daimoku 

  for the sake of the development
   of our local community 

    and/or our work place 

      and take action with
       the utmost of integrity,
we can show actual proof of this practice

 earn people's trust 

and (most of all) our surroundings flourish.

*"The purpose of the appearance in this world of Shakyamuni Buddha, the lord of teachings, lies in his behaviour as a human being." -
WND-1, page 852

Thursday, November 26th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Although I and my disciples may encounter various difficulties, if we do not harbour doubts in our hearts, we will as a matter of course attain Buddhahood."

(The Opening of the Eyes 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 283)
Selection Source: 

Soka Gakkai member's experience, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 26th, 2020

Friday, November 27th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"We all battle storms of karma of some kind—be it economic hardship, unemployment, illness, family discord, or other problems. In some cases, our societies may be afflicted by war, natural disasters, or epidemics. The harsh reality of human existence is that our lives are filled with troubles.

"When our organisation began its reconstruction after World War II, many Japanese were leading lives of despair, with no hope for happiness. Our pioneer members of that time rekindled the warm, bright light of human dignity in the frozen hearts of many such desolate individuals and inspired them to bring forth the courage to start anew with pride and confidence.

"And today as well, at this very moment, our members are chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and taking action for the happiness of themselves and others, deeply wishing to encourage and help those who are suffering. While struggling with their own problems, they wholeheartedly encourage and support others, determined to leave no friend behind and to lead victorious lives together. Their spirit is synonymous with the Buddha's vast and infinite compassion, and their behaviour mirrors that of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging, who showed profound respect for everyone he met.

"Inspired by the all-encompassing compassion of Nichiren Daishonin, we are committed to spreading the respectful behaviour of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging and the Bodhisattvas of the Earth throughout our communities and societies and create a monumental groundswell toward the realisation of lasting happiness and peace for all humankind. This is the great significance of our movement for kosen-rufu-rufu."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
BUPPO NO SHINZUI WA
HITO NO FURUMAI NI ARU.
CHIIKI YA SHOKUBA NO HATTEN O INORI
SEIJITSU ICHIRO DE KODO SURU NAKANI
SHINRAI TO SHORI NO JISSHO GA!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"WARE NARABINI WAGA DESHI SHONAN ARITOMO UTAGAU KOKORO NAKUBA JINENNI BUKKAI NI ITARUBESHI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 234)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 25th Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 26th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, November 25th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Life is a constant struggle 

with worries, concerns and troubles.
The more hardships we encounter,
the more opportunity we have 

to elevate our life condition.
Let's challenge ourselves 

with indomitable and untiring perseverance
and overcome the weak mind within ourselves!

Wednesday, November 25th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The doctrine of three thousand realms in a single moment of life I have revealed in all its purity in the great mandala. It is a doctrine that the scholars of the present age, lacking comprehension in such matters, cannot fathom even in their dreams. T'ien-t'ai, Miao-lo, and Dengyō pondered it in their minds but did not spread it abroad."

(The Oral Tradition regarding the Enlightenment of Plants 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 430)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 25th, 2020

Thursday, November 26th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Just as the flow of the eternal Ganges began from a single drop of water, our movement grew from dedicated individuals and small groups of people initiating efforts for kosen-rufu in the countries and communities in which they lived. Though tiny, that 'single drop' they each represent is by no means ineffectual or insignificant. It is like 'the single drop of dew that spells the start of the great ocean' (WND-1, 672). In addition, the life of each individual involved in that effort possesses infinite, supremely noble potential. As the Daishonin writes: 'It is like the water of the great ocean, a single drop of which contains water from all the countless streams and rivers' (WND-1, 69).

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
JINSEI WA NAYAMI TONO TOSO DA.
KURO SHITA BUN DAKE
OKIKU KYOGAI GA HIRAKARERU.
FUKUTSU NO NINTAI O CHOSEN DE
JIBUN JISHIN NI UCHIKATO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"ICHINEN SANZEN NO HOMON O FURI SUSUGI TATETARUWA DAIMANDARA NARI TOSEI NO NARAISOKONAI NO GAKUSHA YUME NIMO SHIRAZARU HOMON NARI TENDAI MYORAKU DENGYO UCHI NIWA KAGAMI SASE TAMAEDOMO HIROME TAMAWAZU"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1339)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 24th Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 25th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Tuesday, November 24th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Instead of taking a passive attitude,
let's challenge to have a more positive 

proactive way of thinking!

"All right! I'll show that I can do it."
Resolutely determined 

to always be the initiator, 

no matter what,
let's progressively advance 

the cause for kosen-rufu!

Tuesday, November 24th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"When the skies are clear, the ground is illuminated.  Similarly, when one knows the Lotus Sutra, one understands the meaning of all worldly affairs."

("The Object of Devotion for Observing the Mind Established in the Fifth Five-Hundred-Year  Period after the Thus Come One's Passing", 

WND-l page 376) 
Selection Source:  

SGI President Ikeda's Encouragement
Seikyo Newspaper:  Nov. 24th, 2020

Wednesday, November 25th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948), the father of Indian independence, was jailed on numerous occasions during the nonviolent, civil disobedience movement he led to liberate the Indian people from colonial oppression. He was imprisoned for his role in the famous Salt March in 1930—the same year, incidentally, that the Soka Gakkai was founded.

"While in jail, Gandhi wrote to one of his followers about the importance of a vow: 'A vow means unflinching determination. . . . To do at any cost something that one ought to do constitutes a vow. It becomes a bulwark of strength.'*"

Our Brilliant Human revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

* Mohandas K. Gandhi, Vows and Observances, edited by John Strohmeier (Berkeley, California: Berkeley Hills Books, 1999), pp. 148–49.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
UKEMI NO SHISEI DEWA NAKU
JIHATSU NODO NO CHŌSEN O!
"YOSHI!  YATTE MISERU"
TSUNENI SHUTAISHA NO KAKUGO DE
KŌFU KAKUDAI O SUSUMEYŌ!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

"TEN HARENUREBA CHI AKIRAKA NARI HOKKE O SHIRU MONO WA SEHŌ O UBEKIKA."

("NYORAI METSUGO GOGOHYAKUSAI NI HAJIMU KANJIN NO HONZON SHO", 

Gosho Zenshu page 254)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Words of the Week Nov. 23rd-30th, 2020, Daily Gosho Nov. 23rd + Daily Encouragement Nov. 24th

A translation of "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Newspaper based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.

November 23rd-30th, 2020
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
The Daishonin reminds us,
  "Be even more careful than usual."*
By taking good care of our health, 

  first and foremost,
and at the same time by trying to stay 

  absolutely safe,
let's victoriously complete this year 

  filled with value!
Faith does indeed manifest itself 

  in our daily lives.

* Gosho: WND-2, page 731

Monday, November 23rd, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If a person cannot manage to cross a moat ten feet wide, how can he cross one that is a hundred or two hundred feet?"

(The Actions of the 

  Votary of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 766)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 23rd, 2020

Tuesday, November 24th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"November 18th is the day that Mr. Makiguchi died in prison (in 1944), never surrendering to the oppression of Japan's militarist authorities in his selfless dedication to propagating the Mystic Law.

"Even though he was unjustly arrested and imprisoned, his faith remained unshaken. During his 16-month incarceration, he wrote to his family: 'The hardships we are undergoing now are small and inconsequential compared to those encountered by the Daishonin.'* And in his personal copy of the Daishonin's writings, he had marked the passage from 'The Opening of the Eyes,' 'Here I will make a great vow' (WND-1, 280), with double underlining and written 'Great Vow' in large red characters in the margin.

"Our founding spirit lies in making a vow.

"No matter what the circumstances, Mr. Makiguchi never abandoned the vow he made on founding our organisation—a vow to bring happiness and peace to all humankind. However fiercely the storms of adversity assailed him, he continued to advance bravely and vigorously, driven by the firm conviction that they were 'no more than dust before the wind' (cf. WND-1, 280)."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

* Translated from Japanese. Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Makiguchi Tsunesaburo Zenshu (Collected Writings of Tsunesaburo Makiguchi), vol. 10 (Tokyo: Daisanbunmei-sha, 1987), p. 278.

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
"KOKORO NI FUKAKI
YOJIN ARUBESHI"
KENKO DAIICHI ZETTAI MUJIKO DE
JUJITSU NO ICHINEN O KACHI KAZARE!
"SHINJIN SOKU SEIKATSU" NAREBA.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"ICHIJO NO HORI O KOENU MONO JUJO NIJUJO NO HORI O KOU BEKIKA"
(Gosho Zenshu page 912)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 22nd Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 23rd Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Sunday, November 22nd, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
If we share our experiences with each other,

a wave of delight spreads.
Let's warmly applaud 

all of those who are continually making 

steady efforts in their daily lives and
who are challenging themselves 

in unique ways based on the

Buddhist principle of

"cherry, plum, peach and damson,"*  

that only they can fulfil!

*Buddhism elucidates the essential equality present on the level of life itself. It enables people to make the most of their unique natures and qualities, just as "cherry, plum, peach, and apricot" blossoms, to cite a familiar Buddhist metaphor, each displays unique colours and fragrances. (Ref. The Soka Gakkai Dictionary of Buddhism)

Sunday, November 22nd, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Neither the pure land nor hell exists outside oneself; both lie only within one's own heart. Awakened to this, one is called a Buddha; deluded about it, one is called an ordinary person. The Lotus Sutra reveals this truth."

(HellIs the Land of Tranquil Light 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 456)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 22nd, 2020

Monday, November 23rd, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"As we celebrate the Soka Gakkai's 90th anniversary, our admirable members are shining brighter than ever as an indispensable source of support and reassurance in their communities and societies, forging wonderful networks of friendship and trust. Their efforts are certain to bear fruit as good fortune in rich and vast abundance. The Soka Gakkai's founder and first president, Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, and second president, Josei Toda, would surely have the highest praise for everyone.

"Along with our fellow members around the world, let's celebrate our anniversary by commending and applauding one another for the tremendous efforts we have made and the resounding victories we have achieved, individually and together, with courage, perseverance and invincible determination!"

Our Brilliant Human revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TAIKEN O KATARI AEBA
KANKI NO HADO GA HIROGARU.
HIBI NO JIMICHIYA JISSEN YA
OBAI TORI NO CHOSEN NI
MINA DE ATATAKANA HAKUSHU O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"SORE JODO TO IUMO JIGOKU TO IUMO HOKANIWA SORAWAZU TADA WARERA GA MUNE NO AIDA NI ARI KORE O SATORU O HOTOKE TO IU KORE NI MAYOU O BOMPU TO IU KORE O SATORU WA HOKEKYO NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1504)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 21st Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 22nd Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, November 21st, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To have a day based on creating value 

  and to take one step forwards 

   in our human revolution,
starts with deep profound chanting!
Gongyo and daimoku are 

the very heart of this faith and practice.
Let's do both seriously and earnestly!

Saturday, November 21st, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"It is rare to be born a human being. The number of those endowed with human life is as small as the amount of earth one can place on a fingernail. Life as a human being is hard to sustain—as hard as it is for the dew to remain on the grass. But it is better to live a single day with honour than to live to 120 and die in disgrace."

(The Three Kinds of Treasure 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 851)
Selection Source: "One Gosho," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 21st, 2020

Sunday, November 22nd, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Hope is a precious treasure for life. Courage is a driving force for victory.

"Nichiren Daishonin teaches us how to powerfully, positively, and wisely draw forth the hope and courage we need to face life's challenges.

"He writes: 'The moon shines more brightly around dawn than it does in the early evening, and is more luminous in autumn and winter than in spring and summer. In a similar fashion, the Lotus Sutra is even more effective in bringing benefit to living beings in the Latter Day of the Law than it is during the two thousand years that make up the Former and Middle Days of the Law' (WND-1, 94).

"The moon shines its brightest at the darkest hour just before the dawn and in the cold, clear skies of autumn and winter. In the same way, the benefits of the Mystic Law shine their brightest in the Latter Day of the Law, when the darkness of human suffering is its deepest, the Daishonin says.

"As the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage throughout the world and uncertainty shrouds the future, the members of our Soka family are chanting tirelessly and encouraging others unstintingly. They are imparting the light of hope and courage to one person after another—to friends, fellow members, and others around them. They are rising to the challenge and carrying out their great mission, wisely putting the principles of Buddhism into practice in society and daily life."

Our Brilliant Human revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Nov. 16th, 2020, translation released Nov. 18th, 2020, SGI Newsletter No.10642

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KACHI SOZO NO ICHINICHI MO
NINGEN KAKUMEI NO IPPO MO
SUBETE WA FUKAKI INORI KARA!
SHINJIN NO KIHON DE ARU
GONGYO SHODAI O SHINKEN NI!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"JINSHIN WA UKEGATASHI TSUME NO UENO TSUCHI JINSHIN WA TAMOCHIGATASHI KUSA NO UENO TSUYU HYAKUNIJU MADE TAMOCHITE NA O KUTASHITE SHISEN YORIWA IKITE ICHINICHI NARITOMO NA O AGEN KOTOKOSO TAISETSU NARE"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1173)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 20th, 2020 + Daily Gosho Nov. 21st

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

Friday, November 20th, 2020

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Let's continue being thorough

in preventative measures against infection,

including wearing a mask,

washing our hands,

and by always maintaining

the air quality and humidity!

Let's vibrantly and wisely

advance with a healthy daily rhythm!

Friday, November 20th, 2020

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

Although I and my disciples may encounter various difficulties, if we do not harbour doubts in our hearts, we will as a matter of course attain Buddhahood.

(The Opening of the Eyes - WND-1, page 255)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper - Friday, Nov. 20th, 2020

Saturday, November 21st, 2020

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"Taking action with courage and joy from this moment, from where we are now, from our own accord—this is the starting point for building a culture of peace." 

Unforgettable Journeys, Boston—The Power of Positivity and Optimism, July 17th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

MASK NO CHAKUYOU YA TE ARAI

KOMAME NA KANKI TO KASHITSU NADO

KANSEN YOBOU O TETTEI SHIYOU!

KENZEN NA SEIKATSU RHYTHM DE

SOUMEI NI KAIKATSU NI SUSUMOU!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

WARE NARABI NI WAGA DESHI, SHONAN ARI TOMO UTAGAU KOKORO NAKUBA JINEN NI BUKKAI NI ITARU BESHI

(Gosho Zenshu page 234)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Nov. 19th, 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Nov. 20th Daily Encouragement

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

Thursday, November 19th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Showing our utmost respect 

and heartfelt appreciation,
let's praise our 

"Many Treasures of the Heart" 

  pioneer members 

for all they have achieved 

for the sake of kosen-rufu!
With these senior members in faith 

who are rich in experience 

let's strive together in cheerful spirits, 

with ever increasing resolve,
to create a hope-filled history.

Thursday, November 19th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"I say that without fail Buddhism will arise and flow forth from the east, from the land of Japan."

(On the Buddha's Prophecy 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 401)
Selection Source: 

Soka Gakkai President Harada's encouragement, 

Seikyo Newspaper, November 19th, 2020

Friday, November 20th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"it is people who bring people together. That is why people of integrity and character are the pillars of peace."

Unforgettable Journeys, Boston—The Power of Positivity and Optimism, July 17th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KOFU KORO NO TAHO NO DOSHI O
MINADE KOKORO KARA TATAEYO!
"KOFUKU NO TATSUJIN" TO TOMONI
IYOIYONO KOKOROIKI DE
KIBO NO REKISHI O HOGARAKANI!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"BUPPO KANARAZU TODO NO NIHON YORI IZU BEKINARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 508)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 18th Nov. 🇹🇩 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 19th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, November 18th 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Aiming towards the centennial anniversary

the decisive ten years towards victory begins.
Being united in heart and mind 

with our fellow noble members around the world
and hoisting high the banner of our spirit 

of building a peaceful and secure society,*

let's open the path to the world 

where people can prosper and live in harmony!

*The Soka Gakkai (global) website has officially opened. 
See here for an explanation of "Rissho Ankoku--Securing Peace for the People
https://www.sokaglobal.org/resources/study-materials/buddhist-concepts/rissho-ankoku-securing-peace-for-the-people.html

Wednesday, November 18th 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Mount Sumeru is paltry in comparison to the towering debt you owe your father; the great ocean is shallow compared to the profoundness of the debt you owe your mother. You must bear in mind these debts you owe to your father and mother."

(The Four Virtues and the Four Debts of Gratitude 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 637)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 18th 2020

Thursday, November 19th 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Openhearted dialogue has the power to bridge differences and create hope-filled harmony."

Unforgettable Journeys, Boston—The Power of Positivity and Optimism, July 17th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
SA  SORITSU HYAKUSHUNEN E
"SHOBU NO JUNEN" NO KAIMAKU DA!
SEKAI TO TOMO TO KOKORO AWASE
"RISSHO ANKOKU" NO HATA TAKAKU
NINGEN KYOWA NO MICHI O HIRAKO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"CHICHI NO ON NO KATAKI KOTO SHUMISEN NAO HIKISHI HAHA NO ON NO FUKAKI KOTO TAIKAI KAETTE ASASHI AIKAMAETE BUMO NO ON O HOZU BESHI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1527)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Nov. 17th, 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Nov. 18th 🇹🇩Daily Encouragement

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

Tuesday, November 17th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin teaches us,
"If teacher and disciple are of different minds,
they will never accomplish anything."*
Let's learn from the shared, indomitable struggles 

carried out by the three founding presidents 

(of the Soka Gakkai!)
With the vow of appreciation and gratitude,
let's resolutely advance (kosen-rufu!)
 
*  WND-l page 909

Tuesday, November 17th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If a tree is deeply rooted, its branches and leaves will never wither.  If the spring is inexhaustible, the stream will never run dry."
("Flowering and Bearing Grain", WND-l page 909)
 
Selection Source:  Myoji no Gen
Seikyo Newspaper:  Nov. 17th, 2020

Wednesday, November 18th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Human bonds nurture the flowering of creativity; they are its light, water and nutrition."

Unforgettable Journeys, Florence—A Capital of Culture, June 30th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020.   

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"SHITEI SŌI SEBA
NANIGOTO MO NASU BEKARAZU"*
SOKA SANDAI NI TSURANUKARETA
FUKUTSU NO TŌSO NI MANABO!
HŌON NO CHIKAI DE ZENSHIN DA!
 
* Gosho Zenshu page 900

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"NE FUKAKI TOKINBA EDA HA KAREZU, MINAMOTO NI MIZU AREBA NAGARE KAWAKAZU"
("HANAMI JOJU GOSHO", Gosho Zenshu page 900)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 16th - 22nd Nov. 2020 Words of the Week, 16th Nov. Daily Gosho + 17th Nov. Daily Encouragement

A translation of "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Newspaper based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.

November 16th-22nd, 2020
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Let's start anew from our discussion meetings
celebrating the founding day of Soka!
Aiming towards our centennial anniversary,
let's show actual proof of 

our own human revolution,
contribute to the progress of 

kosen-rufu in our local communities
and strive together to build a society 

based on the humanism of Buddhism
where the peace and happiness of 

people are secured!*

*Rissho Ankoku -
https://www.sgi.org/about-us/buddhist-concepts/rissho-ankoku-securing-peace-for-the-people.html

Monday, November 16th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"A hundred years of practice in the Land of Perfect Bliss cannot compare to the benefit gained from one day's practice in the impure world. Two thousand years of propagating Buddhism during the Former and Middle Days of the Law are inferior to an hour of propagation in the Latter Day of the Law."

(On Repaying Debts of Gratitude 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 736)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 16th, 2020

Tuesday, November 17th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"No matter how talented an individual may be, he or she cannot continue to grow in isolation from others."

Unforgettable Journeys, Florence—A Capital of Culture, June 30th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020.   

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
SORITSU KINEN NO ZADANKAI KARA
GAIKA NO HYAKUSHUNEN E
"NINGEN KAKUMEI" NO JISSHO O
"CHIIKI KOFU" NO ZENSHIN O
"RISSHO ANKOKU" NO KENSETSU O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
GOKURAKU HYAKUNEN NO SHUGYO WA EDO NO ICHINICHI NO KUDOKU NI OYOBAZU SHOZO NISENNEN NO GUTSU WA MAPPO NO ICHIJI NI OTORUKA
(Gosho Zenshu page 329)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 15th + Daily Encouragement Nov. 16th

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

Sunday, November 15th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To the children 

who are celebrating "Shichi-go-san,"*
let's offer them heartfelt congratulations 

and the very best of good wishes 

for their sound growth.
The great memories 

experienced by them as they grow up 

in the "garden of kosen-rufu"

will become the force that 

supports them in their futures.

*Shichi-Go-San ("7-5-3") is one of Japan's traditional festivals, celebrated on November 15th originally for three and seven-year-old girls and five-year-old boys. On this day, prayers and wishes are offered for the healthy and happy futures of the children.

Sunday, November 15th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If one lights a fire for others, one will brighten one's own way."

(On the Three Virtues of Food 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 1060)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 15, 2020

Monday, November 16th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Even if the place we live seems somewhat plain and our life a bit ordinary, with the right attitude, we can enjoy meaningful dialogue, wonderful friendships and rich culture."

Unforgettable Journeys, Florence—A Capital of Culture, June 30th, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020.   

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"SHICHI GO SAN" O MUKAERU
KODOMO TACHI NO SEICHO O
MINA NO MAGOKOTO DE SHUKUFUKU SHIYO.
KOFU NO NIWA DE HAGUKUMU OMOIDE GA
MIRAI O SASAERU CHIKARA TO NARU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"HITO NO TAMENI HI O TOMOSEBA WAGA MAE AKIRAKA NARUGA GOTOSHI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1598)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Small Typo...Nov. 14th 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Nov. 15th Daily Encouragement

As we were proudly singing Siri's ability in the Daily Encouragement to recognise Musashi... in the final spell check it switched to Masashi!... 

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

Saturday, November 14th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To every one of our event staff 

who is supporting 

our satellite broadcasts
behind the scenes,

thank you all so much!
The Daishonin encourages us,
"Where there is unseen virtue, 

there will be visible reward."*
It is most certain that there is 

limitless benefit 

for all of your noble hard work 

and selfless dedication.

*Gosho: WND-1, page 907

Saturday, November 14th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"A son and a daughter are like the sun and moon in the sky, the directions east and west on the earth, the two wings of a bird, or the two wheels of a carriage."

(The Treasure of a Child 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 884)
Selection Source: 

SGI President Ikeda's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 14th, 2020

Sunday, November 15th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In the famous Eiji Yoshikawa novel Musashi, the famous swordsman who is the protagonist says to a disciple: 'Instead of wanting to be like this or that, make yourself into a silent, immovable giant. That's what the mountain [Mount Fuji] is.'* In these unsettling times, I would like to impart these words to our members, who burn with an invincible spirit."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Stand Tall with the Majestic Dignity of Mount Fuji! From 3rd August 2020 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020.   

* Eiji Yoshikawa, Musashi, translated by Charles S. Terry (Tokyo: Kodansha international, 1981). p.680. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
CHUKEI GYOJI TO O KAGE DE SASAERU
SUBETE NO YAKUIN NO MINASAMA
HONTONI ARIGATO!
"INTOKU AREBA YOHO ARI"
TOTOKI FUNTO NI KUDOKU WA SANZEN.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"ONAGO HITORI ONOKOGO HITORI TATOEBA TEN NI NICHIGATSU NO GOTOKU CHI NIWA TOZAI NI KATADORERI TORI NO FUTATSU NO HANE KURUMA NO FUTATSU NO WA NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1566)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 14th Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 15th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, November 14th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To every one of our event staff 

who is supporting 

our satellite broadcasts
behind the scenes,

thank you all so much!
The Daishonin encourages us,
"Where there is unseen virtue, 

there will be visible reward."*
It is most certain that there is 

limitless benefit 

for all of your noble hard work 

and selfless dedication.

*Gosho: WND-1, page 907

Saturday, November 14th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"A son and a daughter are like the sun and moon in the sky, the directions east and west on the earth, the two wings of a bird, or the two wheels of a carriage."

(The Treasure of a Child 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 884)
Selection Source: 

SGI President Ikeda's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 14th, 2020

Sunday, November 15th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In the famous Eiji Yoshikawa novel Masashi, the famous swordsman who is the protagonist says to a disciple: 'Instead of wanting to be like this or that, make yourself into a silent, immovable giant. That's what the mountain [Mount Fuji] is.'* In these unsettling times, I would like to impart these words to our members, who burn with an invincible spirit."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Stand Tall with the Majestic Dignity of Mount Fuji! From 3rd August 2020 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released October 2020.   

* Eiji Yoshikawa, Musashi, translated by Charles S. Terry (Tokyo: Kodansha international, 1981). p.680. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
CHUKEI GYOJI TO O KAGE DE SASAERU
SUBETE NO YAKUIN NO MINASAMA
HONTONI ARIGATO!
"INTOKU AREBA YOHO ARI"
TOTOKI FUNTO NI KUDOKU WA SANZEN.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"ONAGO HITORI ONOKOGO HITORI TATOEBA TEN NI NICHIGATSU NO GOTOKU CHI NIWA TOZAI NI KATADORERI TORI NO FUTATSU NO HANE KURUMA NO FUTATSU NO WA NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1566)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 13th 2020 + Daily Encouragement Nov. 14th

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

Friday, November 13th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
"The vow of mentor and disciple"
is the wellspring of our courage and joy.
Let's look out for the next
headquarters leaders' meeting
and burn with passion for kosen-rufu.
Let's cheerfully stride 

towards realising our missions!

Friday, November 13th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
When a tree has been transplanted, though fierce winds may blow, it will not topple if it has a firm stake to hold it up. But even a tree that has grown up in place may fall over if its roots are weak.

(Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain 

- WND-1, page 598)
Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin
Seikyo Newspaper - Friday, Nov. 13th, 2020

Saturday, November 14th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"We are now presented with a wonderful opportunity to make the humanism of Nichiren Buddhism shine even brighter. There is no limit to the value we can create."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, The Limitless Power and Potential of Youth, 7th July, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020.  

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"SHITEI SEIGAN" KOSO
YUUKI TO KANKI NO GENSEN DA. 
HOMBU KAMBU-KAI NO SHICHOU TOOSHITE
KOUFU NO JOUNETSU O MOYASOU. 
HOGARAKA NI SHIMEI NO AYUMI O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SORE KI O UE SOUROU NI WA OOKAZE FUKI SOURAE DOMO TSUYOKI SUKE O KAINUREBA, TAUREZU, MOTO YORI OITE SOUROU KI NARE DOMO NE NO YOWAKI WA, TAURENU
(Gosho Zenshu page 1468)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 12th Nov. 2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho plus 13th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Thursday, November 12th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Wisdom is found on 

the very forefront, the very scene of activities.

By carefully listening 

to what each person has to say,
let's try to glean fresh new ideas 

that are different 

from our own point of view!

The expansion of kosen-rufu is achieved 

by our collective strength and united efforts.

Thursday, November 12th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"A passage in the Six Pāramitās Sutra says to become the master of your mind rather than let your mind master you."

(Letter to the Brothers

 - WND, Vol. 1, page 502)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 12th, 2020

Friday, November 13th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The worldwide advance of kosen-rufu is indisputable, and happening faster than ever!

"Therefore, instead of being adverse to change, let us do our best, with young people in the lead, to imbue our ever-changing reality with the spirit of 'establishing the correct teaching for the peace of the land,' of striving for peace and the happiness of humanity."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, The Limitless Power and Potential of Youth, 7th July, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
CHIE WA GENBA NI ARI!
HITORI HITORI NO KOE NI MIMI O KATAMUKE
JIBUN NIWA NAI SHITEN KARA
ARATANA HASSO O EYO.
KOFU KAKUDAI MO SOGORYOKU DE!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"KOKORO NO SHI TOWA NARUTOMO KOKORO O SHI TO SEZARE TOWA ROKUHARAMITSUKYO NO MON NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1088)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 11/11/2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 12/11/ Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, November 11th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The time for us to arise 

is not "someday."
"It's now, right this very moment!"
By taking swift action on whatever 

it is we have determined to do,

let's write a grand and powerful 

personal history!

Wednesday, November 11th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"This passage refers to the great joy that one experiences when one understands for the first time that one's mind from the very beginning has been a Buddha. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the greatest of all joys."

(The Essential Passage in Each of the Twenty-eight Chapters of the Lotus Sutra 

- OTT, page 211)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 11th, 2020

Thursday, November 12th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Our gatherings of friendship and respect—valuing unity in diversity—is a powerful source of hope."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, The Limitless Power and Potential of Youth, 7th July, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020.

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TACHIAGARU TOKI WA
"ITSUKA" DEWA NAI.
"IMA KONO SHUNKAN" DA!
KETSUI SOKU KODO DE
IDAINA JIBUNSHI O TSUZURO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"HAJIMETE WAGA KOKORO HONRAI NO HOTOKE NARITO SHIRU O SUNAWACHI DAIKANGI TO NAZUKU IWAYURU NANMYOHORENGEKYO WA KANGI NO NAKANO DAIKANGI NARI"
(Gosho Zenshu page 788)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 10/11/2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 11/11 Daily Encouragement

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

Tuesday, November 10th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Be very careful about taking 

the necessary precautions

to prevent a traffic accident
particularly at dusk or at night time!
Let's never neglect fundamental 

driving safety guidelines, 
such as refraining from "distractive driving"*
or turning on our headlights 

ahead of time, etc..
 
*talking on the phone, texting, etc. while driving

Tuesday, November 10th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"your sincerity in sending a gift of five strings of blue-duck coins whenever the opportunity arises truly entitles you to be known as one who propagates the daimoku of the Lotus Sutra in Japan.  As first one person, then two persons, then a thousand, and then all the people throughout the country come to chant the daimoku, before you know it, their blessings will accrue to you."

("The Blessings of the Lotus Sutra", WND-l page 672)
Selection Source:  Illuminate Tomorrow

Wednesday, November 11th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Numbers are not important; what matters is unity of spirit."

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, The Limitless Power and Potential of Youth, 7th July, 2020 Seikyo Newspaper, translation released Oct. 2020.

   
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
USUGURAI YŪGURE DOKI YA
YAKAN NO KŌTSU JIKO NI CHŪI!
"NAGARA UNTEN" NO KINSHI YA
HAYAME NO RAITO TENTŌ NADO
ANZEN E NO KIHON O OKOTARAZU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"BINGI GOTO NO SEIFU GOREN NO ON KOKOROZASHI WA NIHONKOKU NO HOKEKYO NO DAIMOKU O HIROME SASE TAMŌ HITO NI ATARERI, KUNIJŪ NO SHONIN · HITORI · FUTARI · NAISHI SEN MAN OKU NO HITO · DAIMOKU O TONAURU NARABA ZONGAI NI KUDOKU MINI ATSUMARASE TAMŌ BESHI"
("MYOMITSU SHONIN GOSHOSOKU", Gosho Zenshu page 1241)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 9th Nov. 2020 Daily Gosho plus 10th Nov. Daily Encouragement

Whoops, apologies, the "Daily Encouragement" just posted a moment ago was the one we posted yesterday! Here is the correct one for today!

Today is a Japanese national press holiday so there is no "To My Friends" …"Words of the Week" was posted yesterday! But we still have everything else up and running!… 

Monday, November 9th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Misfortune comes from one's mouth and ruins one, but fortune comes from one's heart and makes one worthy of respect."

(New Year's Gosho 
- WND, Vol. 1, page 1137)
Selection Source: "Suntetsu," 
Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 8th, 2020

Tuesday, November 10th, 2020
—— DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In "The Heritage of the Ultimate Law of Life" and other writings, Nichiren Daishonin indicates that the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can relieve people and the world from suffering by manifesting the fundamental compassion pervading the universe. He says they embody the power of the five characters of Myoho-renge-kyo, which he corresponds to the five elements of earth, water, fire, wind and space (heaven).* This could be expanded as follows:

"(1) Just as the element of fire burns and gives light, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can burn away suffering and pain, changing them into the wisdom to advance towards happiness and illuminating the darkness of the four sufferings of birth, ageing, sickness and death with the light of eternity, happiness, true self and purity.

"(2) Just as the element of water washes away filth, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can wash away and purify the defilements of karma and the impurities of the age.

"(3) Just as the element of wind blows away dust, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can sweep away all obstacles and devilish functions and infuse people with fresh energy.

"(4) Just as the element of earth nurtures and supports the growth of trees and grasses, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can cherish life with a steadfast state of mind. They can build a society of peace, harmonious coexistence, security and safety in which all can flourish in their own unique way in accord with the principle of 'cherry, plum, peach and damson' (cf.OTT, 200).

"(5) Just as heaven provides nourishing moisture to all things, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth can create value that enriches and revitalises the lives of all.

"The Daishonin encourages us on a truly cosmic scale!"

46th Headquarters Leaders' Meeting, Paving the Way to Changing the Destiny of Humankind through Our Own Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Aug. 27th, 2020 translation released Oct. 2020 

* The five constituents of all things in the universe, according to ancient Indian belief.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"WAZAWAI WA KUCHI YORI IDETE MI O YABURU SAIWAI WA KOKORO YORI IDETE WARE O KAZARU"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1492)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 9th Nov. 2020 Daily Gosho + 10th Nov. Daily Encouragement

Today is a Japanese national press holiday so there is no "To My Friends" …"Words of the Week" was posted yesterday! But we still have everything else up and running!… 

Monday, November 9th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Misfortune comes from one's mouth and ruins one, but fortune comes from one's heart and makes one worthy of respect."

(New Year's Gosho 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 1137)
Selection Source: "Suntetsu," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 8th, 2020

Tuesday, November 10th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Chanting and spreading the Mystic Law, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth possess unlimited power."

46th Headquarters Leaders' Meeting, Paving the Way to Changing the Destiny of Humankind through Our Own Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Aug. 27th, 2020 translation released Oct. 2020 

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"WAZAWAI WA KUCHI YORI IDETE MI O YABURU SAIWAI WA KOKORO YORI IDETE WARE O KAZARU"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1492)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Words of the Week Nov. 8th-15th, 2020, Daily Gosho Nov. 8th & Daily Encouragement Nov. 9th

* Tomorrow is a Japanese national press holiday to let those people involved in producing and delivering a newspaper have a short rest. Therefore "Words of the Week" appears today. Do not worry we'll still be back tomorrow! On we go... 

A translation of "Words of the Week" published in the Seikyo Newspaper based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, and more.

November 8th-15th, 2020
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
The Daishonin states,
"The lion king fears no other beast"*
Especially in an era of trials and tribulations

it's important that we advance courageously

with heads held high,
and open up a path 

with value creating wisdom.

It's through chanting strong powerful daimoku,

like a roaring lion,

that enables us to win in all challenges.

*Gosho: "Each of you should summon up the courage of a lion king and never succumb to threats from anyone. The lion king fears no other beast, nor do its cubs. Slanderers are like barking foxes, but Nichiren's followers are like roaring lions." (WND-1, page 997)

Sunday, November 8th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"[Again, when Nichiren and his followers recite Nam-myoho-renge-kyo], they are burning the firewood of earthly desires, summoning up the wisdom fire of bodhi or enlightenment.

(Introduction chapter, OTT, page 11)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 8th, 2020

Monday, November 9th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Chanting and spreading the Mystic Law, the Bodhisattvas of the Earth possess unlimited power."

46th Headquarters Leaders' Meeting, Paving the Way to Changing the Destiny of Humankind through Our Own Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Aug. 27th, 2020 translation released Oct. 2020 

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
"SHISHIO WA HYAKUJU NI OJIZU"
SHIREN NO JIDAI KOSO MUNE O HARI
WARERA WA YUKI DE SUSUMU.
KACHI SOZO NO CHIE DE HIRAKU.
DAIMOKU NO SHISHIKU DE KATSU!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
BONNO NO TAKIGI O YAITE BODAI NO EKA GENZEN SURUNARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 710)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 7th Nov. 2020 To my Friends & Daily Gosho + 8th Nov. Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, November 7th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's praise and thank, 

from the very bottom of our hearts, 

all the efforts and great struggles 

that our fellow members 

are making and encountering 

for the sake of kosen-rufu,
let's show them the same 

utmost respect we would a buddha.*
It's through our actions, 

with an open mind and heart, 

that embrace everyone,
that the humanism of the SGI 

shines brilliantly.

*"Therefore, Universal Worthy, if you see a person who accepts and upholds this sutra, you should rise and greet him from afar, showing him the same respect you would a buddha." 

(Encouragements of the Bodhisattva Universal Worthy chapter, The Lotus Sutra)

Saturday, November 7th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If you propagate it, devils will arise without fail. If they did not, there would be no way of knowing that this is the correct teaching."

(Letter to the Brothers 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 501)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 7th, 2020

Sunday, November 8th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Each Soka Gakkai member is a bodhisattva who has emerged from the earth, cherishing a vow from time without beginning to work for kosen-rufu and establish the correct teaching for the peace of the land. They have each appeared voluntarily, in accord with their own wish, in the most challenging time and place in order to rid the world of suffering and misery."

46th Headquarters Leaders' Meeting, Paving the Way to Changing the Destiny of Humankind through Our Own Human Revolution, Seikyo Newspaper Aug. 27th, 2020 translation released Oct. 2020 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
DOSHI NO DORYOKU TO FUNTO O
"HOTOKE O UYAMAU GA GOTOKU"
SAIDAINI NEGIRAI TATAEYO!
MINA O TSUTSUMU OINARU KOKORO NI
SOKA NO NINGENSHUGI WA KAGAYAKU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"KONO HOMON O MOSUNIWA KANARAZU MA SHUTTAI SUBESHI MA KISOWAZUWA SHOHO TO SHIRU BEKARAZU"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1087)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 6/11/2020 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 7/11 Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, November 6th, 2020
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
By bringing people together,
we protect humanity.
This is the mission
of our wise youth!
To the young men and women
of the Student Division,
let's spread our solidarity
of justice and friendship
to the whole world!

Friday, November 6th, 2020
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
Food has three virtues. First, it sustains life. Second, it enlivens the complexion. Third, it nourishes strength.

(On the Three Virtues of Food 

- WND-2, page 1060)
Selection Source: Kiki no Jidai o Ikiru
Seikyo Newspaper - Friday, Nov. 6th, 2020

Saturday, November 7th, 2020
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"When Nanjo Tokimitsu was gravely ill, the Daishonin, in spite of being ill himself, sternly rebuked the devilish functions plaguing his disciple, saying: 'You demons, by making this man [Tokimitsu] suffer, are you trying to swallow a sword point first, or embrace a raging fire or become the arch enemy of the Buddhas of the ten directions in the three existences?' (WND-1, 1109).

"Given courage by the Daishonin's fierce lions roar, Tokimitsu went on to vanquish the devil of illness and lead a long life dedicated to fulfilling his mission for kosen-rufu.

"Regardless of the difficulties and challenges illness may present, we need to have faith in our potential and live our lives to the fullest to the very end. Living with such strength and resilience is itself actual proof of victory in terms of health."

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World, [53] Towards a Century of Health: The Wisdom for Leading a Long Life of Good Fortune and Benefit—Part 1 [of 4]. Rebuking the Devil of Illness, from the September 2019 issue of the Daibyaku-renge, the Soka Gakkai monthly study magazine, translation released August 2020   

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

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
HITOBITO O MUSUBI MINSHUU O MAMORU.
SORE GA WAKAKI EICHI NO SHIMEI!
DANJO GAKUESEI-BU NO TOMO YO
SEIGI TO YUUJOU NO SCRUM O
SEKAIJUU NI HIROGE YUKOU!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SHOKU NI WA SAN NO TOKU ARI, ICHI NI WA INOCHI O TSUGI NI NI WA IRO O MASHI, SAN NI WA CHIKARA O SOU.
(Gosho Zenshu page 1244)

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