[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 30th November 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 1st December 2021 Daily Encouragement

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

Tuesday, November 30th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Be on your guard against scams!

Without responding immediately 

to requests or solicitations 

(which may sound urgent)

by unexpected phone calls 

or visitors,

always consult those close to you 

and confirm a plan of action.

Let's remind each other 

about being vigilant 

and not letting down our guard!

 

Tuesday, November 30th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---

"The more gold is heated in the flames, the brighter will be its colour; the more a sword is whetted, the sharper it will become.  And the more one praises the blessings of the Lotus Sutra, the more one's own blessings will increase.  Bear in mind that the twenty-eight chapters of the Lotus Sutra contain only a few passages elucidating the truth, but a great many words of praise."

("The Blessings of the Lotus Sutra," 

WND-l page 673) 

Selection Source:  One Gosho  

Seikyo Newspaper:  Nov. 30th, 2021

Wednesday, November 30th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"There has never been a greater need for a sound, hope-filled philosophy that can guide the way to realising a new global civilization. Now is the time for us to share the universal, life affirming principles of Nichiren Buddhism and build a solidarity of global citizens on an even broader scale.

Message to the 5th Headquarters Leaders' Meeting commemorating November 18th, 2021. From the 19th November, 2021 edition of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released November 20th, 2021  

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

SAGI NI GENJŪ CHŪI!

KYŪNA DENWA · HOMON TŌ NI YORU

IRAI · KANYŪ NIWA SOKUTO SEZU

MIJIKANA HITO NI KAKUNIN · SŌDAN O.

KOE O KAKEAI YUDAN NAKU!

 

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

"KOGANE WA YAKEBA IYOIYO IRO MASARI TSURUGI WA TOGEBA IYOIYO TOKU NARU · HOKEKYO NO KUDOKU WA HOMUREBA IYOIYO KUDOKU MASARU, NIJUHAPPON WA MASASHIKI KOTO WA WAZUKANARI HOMURU KOTOBA KOSO ŌKU SŌRAE TO OBOSHIMESU BESHI."

("MYOMITSU SHONIN GOSHOSOKU," Gosho Zenshu page 1241)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Words of the Week Nov. 29th-Dec. 5th, 2021, Daily Gosho Nov. 29th + Daily Encouragement Nov. 30th

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

November 29th-December 5th, 2021
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Our Future Division members* 

are the most precious of all treasures.
The Daishonin teaches,
"Words echo the thoughts of the mind 

and find expression through the voice."**
Let's therefore offer them 

warm caring words of encouragement 

that spark hope in their hearts.

At the same time, 

let's try to be considerate,  

of those who are preparing 

for school entrance exams 

and carefully give them 

the appropriate support 

and understanding. 

* Future Division - young people from 5 to 18 years old. 

**"The Unanimous Declaration by the Buddhas of the Three Existences regarding the Classification of the Teachings and Which Are to Be Abandoned and Which Upheld" 

(WND, Vol.2, page 843)

Monday, November 29th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"It will no doubt depend on the strength of your faith. To have faith is the basis of Buddhism."

(The Real Aspect of the Gohonzon

 - WND, Vol. 1, page 832)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 29th, 2021

Tuesday, November 30th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Let's set forth! Let's keep advancing boldly, in harmony and good cheer, along this great path of hope and victory!"

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," The Great Path of Hope and Victory through Human Revolution, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 
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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
MIRAIBU WA TAKARA NO NAKA NO TAKARA NARI.
"KOKORO NO OMOI O HIBIKASHITE"
KIBO O TOMOSU HAGEMASHI O!
JUKENSEI NO TOMO EMO
ATATAKANA OEN O KOMAYAKA NI.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SHINJIN NO KOHAKU NI YORU BEKINARI BUPPO NO KONPON WA SHIN O MOTTE MINAMOTO TO SU
(Gosho Zenshu page 1224)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Sunday, 28th November 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Monday, 29th November Daily Encouragement

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

Sunday, November 28th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
"Respect one another as 

(we would a Buddha)."*

From the bottom of hearts

let's respect our fellow members
and praise each other's 

dedicated efforts 

for the sake of kosen-rufu.

Furthermore, let's share 

these beautiful Soka Family bonds 

we have with our local community 

and society!

*"Even an ignorant person can obtain blessings by serving someone who expounds the Lotus Sutra. No matter if they are a demon or an animal, if someone proclaims even a single verse or phrase of the Lotus Sutra, you must respect them as you would the Buddha. This is what the sutra means when it says, 'You should rise and greet them from afar, showing them the same respect you would a Buddha.' You should respect one another as Shakyamuni and Many Treasures did at the ceremony in the 'Treasure Tower" chapter.'" 

-  "The Fourteen Slanders" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 757)

Sunday, November 28th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The Buddha and Devadatta are like a form and its shadow."

(The Opening of the Eyes 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 278)
Selection Source: Buddhist study, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 28th, 2021

Monday, November 29th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Win with genuine faith! Win in your daily lives! Win in society! Win in life! Win forever!" 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," The Great Path of Hope and Victory through Human Revolution, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"HOTOKE NO GOTOKU TAGAINI UYAMAU BESHI"
KOFU NO DOSHI O SONKEI SHI
KOKORO KARA TATAE AO!
URUWASHIKI SOKA KAZOKU NO KIZUNA O
ICHIDANTO CHIIKI E SHAKAI E!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
HOTOKE TO DAIBA TOWA MI TO KAGE TONO GOTOSHI
(Gosho Zenshu page 230)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 27th, 2021 + Daily Encouragement Nov. 28th

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

Saturday, November 27th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
With the cold front moving in,
be careful of temperature changes 

and sudden fluctuations in the weather!
Let's take all precautions possible 

to protect ourselves from becoming ill.

Every day, let's be victorious

in maintaining our good health  

Saturday, November 27th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If in a single moment of life we exhaust the pains and trials of millions of kalpas, then instant after instant there will arise in us the three Buddha bodies with which we are eternally endowed. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is just such a 'diligent' practice."

(The Essential Passage in Each of the Twenty-eight Chapters of the Lotus Sutra, Emerging from the Earth chapter 

- OTT, page 214)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 27th, 2021

Sunday, November 28th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The surest path to human revolution and changing society is for each of us to bring to blossom flowers of happiness and victory in our lives and broaden the circle of those we encourage in the places where we carry out our daily lives. This is the way to realise the Daishonin's ideal of 'establishing the correct teaching for the peace of the land'— that is, world peace.

"Towards that end, you—noble champions of humane ideals and values who practice the Mystic Law—must not be defeated." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," The Great Path of Hope and Victory through Human Revolution, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KANKI NO SEKKIN NI TOMONAU
KION TENKO NO KYUHEN NI KEIKAI!
TAICHO O KUZUSANU YO
JIZEN NO SONAE O BANZEN NI.
KENKO SHORI NO HIBI O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
ICHINEN NI OKUGO NO SHINRO O TSUKUSEBA HONRAI MUSANO SANJIN NENNEN NI OKORUNARI IWAYURU NANMYOHORENGEKYO WA SHOJINGYO NARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 790)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Friday, Nov. 26th, 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Saturday, Nov. 27th Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, November 26th, 2021

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Let's express our appreciation

to those who help out and facilitate 

various activities at meetings,

and those who make their

homes available for meetings!

Thanks to all of you,

the Soka Gakkai is a "safe zone"

of hope and joy.

The fortune and benefit 

of those who support

behind the scenes 

shines radiantly!

Friday, November 26th, 2021

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

If one can move Shakyamuni Buddha, the lord of teachings, can the grass and trees fail to respond?

(Concerning the Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha Fashioned by Nichigen-nyo 

- WND-2, page 811)

Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, November 26th, 2021

Saturday, November 27th, 2021

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"True victories are the victories we achieve each day. Without accumulating those daily triumphs, there can be no great victory in life." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," The Great Path of Hope and Victory through Human Revolution, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

KAIGOU O SASAERU YAKUIN YA

KAIJOU TEIKYOU-SHA NI KANSHA!

MINASAMA ARITE GAKKAI WA

KIBOU TO KOUFUKU NO ANZEN CHITAI.

KAGE NO ROUKU NI FUKUTOKU WA SANZEN!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

KYOUSHU SHAKUSON O UGOKASHI TATEMATSUREBA, YURUGANU SOUMOKU YA ARU BEKI

(Gosho Zenshu page 1187)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 25th Nov. 2021 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.

Thursday, November 25th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Not causing any accidents 

is the very foundation 

for happiness and victory.
Through chanting daimoku 

with the strong determination
to keep the devilish functions at bay 

and by being 

even more careful than usual,
let's make absolutely sure 

that safety is always our top priority!

Thursday, November 25th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Regard your service to your lord as the practice of the Lotus Sutra. This is what is meant by 'No worldly affairs of life or work are ever contrary to the true reality.'"

(Reply to a Believer 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 905)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 25th, 2021

Friday, November 26th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In my diary, I wrote at the time: 'Struggles and hardships! / In their midst, you will develop true humanity'*; and 'because I have faith, / I can experience value, major good and vital life force, / and the happiness of human revolution.' That was my firm conviction.

"I fully believed in the truth of the words: 'When the skies are clear, the ground is illuminated. Similarly, when one knows the Lotus Sutra, one understands the meaning of all worldly affairs' (WND–1, 376)."

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Win in the Struggles of Daily Life, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

*Daisaku Ikeda, A Youthful Diary: One Man's Journey from the Beginning of Faith to Worldwide Leadership for Peace (Santa Monica, California: World Tribune Press, 2000), p.67 (December 5th, 1950). 

 

 
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
JIKO O OKOSANAI KOTO GA
KOFUKU SHORI NO KIBAN DA.
MA O YOSETSUKENAI
TSUYOKI INORI TO FUKAKI YOJIN DE
ANZEN DAIICHI NI TESSHIYO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
ON MIYAZUKAI O HOKEKYO TO OBOSHIMESE ISSAI SEKEN NO CHISEI SANGYO WA MINA JISSO TO AI IHAI SEZU TOWA KORE NARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 1295)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Wednesday, 24th Nov. 2021To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Thursday, 25th 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 24th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
A fresh new determination 

by each one of us
is the driving force 

for making a great leap forwards.
Watching with our 

fellow Bodhisattvas of the Earth

the video of the 

headquarters leaders' meeting,
let's launch a whole new start 

brimming with courage.

Wednesday, November 24th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Snow is the ultimate in whiteness; no dyeing will make it any other colour. Lacquer is the ultimate in blackness; it will never become white. But how different is the human heart in its fickleness! It can be dyed by either good or evil."

(Snow and Lacquer 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 675)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 24th, 2021

Thursday, November 25th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Victor Hugo (1802-85) wrote there are 'Noble and mysterious triumphs that no other eyes see, that no renown rewards, that no fanfare salutes. Life, adversity, loneliness, abandonment, poverty are battlefields that have their heroes; obscure heroes, sometimes greater than the illustrious ones.'*

"Hugo's stirring words call to mind all our members bravely battling against unimagined challenges in these turbulent times. 

"In my youth, I experienced a struggle of the kind described by Hugo. When Mr. Toda's businesses were in crisis, people heaped scorn on me, asking why our Buddhist faith didn't solve our problems. But for me, there was no other mentor in kosen-rufu than Mr. Toda. My heart remained serene and free of doubt. I was determined to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo  and fight with all my youthful energy and commitment to protect my mentor never retreating a single step." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Win in the Struggles of Daily Life, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

* Victor Hugo, Les Miserables, translated by Julie Rose (London: Random House, 2008), p. 560. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
HITORI HITORI NO SEISHINNA KETSUI GA
"HIYAKU" E NO GENDORYOKU TO NARU.
JIYU NO DOSHI TO TOMONI
HONBU KANBUKAI O SHICHO SHI
YUKI MINAGIRU SHUPPATSU O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
YUKI ITATTE SHIROKEREBA SOMURUNI SOMERAREZU URUSHI ITATTE KUROKEREBA SHIROKU NARU KOTO NASHI KOREYORI UTSURI YASUKI WA HITO NO KOKORO NARI ZEN AKU NI SOMERARE SORO
(Gosho Zenshu page 1474)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends and Daily Gosho Nov. 23rd, 2021 + Daily Encouragement Nov. 24th

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

Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --

The Daishonin teaches,

"Persons who study 

the teachings of Buddhism

must also 

[observe the ideal of filial piety 

and]

understand and repay 

their obligations."*

Being thankful and appreciative 

of all people

is the way Buddhist practitioners live.

Therein shines one's greatness 

as a human being.

 

* "The Opening of the Eyes" WND-l page 228

Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---

"Ordinary people keep in mind the words 'earnest resolve' and thereby become Buddhas."

("The Gift of Rice,"

 WND-l page 1125 )

Selection Source:  Zadankai  

Seikyo Newspaper:  Nov. 22nd, 2021

Wednesday, November 24th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"The French author Victor Hugo (1802–85), describing the valiant and persevering efforts of young Marius amid great hardships in Les Miserables, wrote: "For many great deeds are performed in the small struggles of life."* 

 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Win in the Struggles of Daily Life, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

* Victor Hugo, Les Miserables, translated by Julie Rose (London: Random House, 2008), p. 560. 

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

"BUPPO O GAKUSEN HITO ·

CHION HOON NAKARU BESHI YA"

MINANI KANSHA SHITE IKU NOGA

SHINKOSHA NO IKI KATA DA.

SOKONI IDAINA JINKAKU GA KAGAYAKU."

 

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

"BONPU WA KOKOROZASHI TO MŌSU MOJI O KOKOROETE HOTOKE NI NARI SŌRO NARI"

("HAKUMAI IPPYO GOSHO", Gosho Zenshu page 1596)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 22nd-28th November 2021 Words of the Week, 22nd Nov. Daily Gosho + 23rd 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 22nd-28th, 2021
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Today again,
let's advance with the gosho 

(the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin)!
The Daishonin encourages us,
"Teach others 

to the best of your ability,
even if it is only a single sentence 

or phrase."*
With the light of 

ultimate compassion and wisdom,
let's brilliantly illuminate 

both our daily lives and society!

*"Exert yourself in the two ways of practice and study. Without practice and study, there can be no Buddhism. You must not only persevere yourself; you must also teach others. Both practice and study arise from faith. Teach others to the best of your ability, even if it is only a single sentence or phrase." 

- "The True Aspect of All Phenomena" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 383)

Monday, November 22nd, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Whatever trouble occurs, regard it as no more than a dream, and think only of the Lotus Sutra."

(Letter to the Brothers 

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

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 22nd, 2021


Tuesday, November 23rd, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Bodhisattvas of the Earth 'advance through the world,' meaning they are active in the secular world, in society, in the reality of this saha realm.

"It goes without saying that the place we are now is where we attain Buddhahood in this lifetime. Buddhist practice means engaging in society based on faith in the Mystic Law." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Win in the Struggle of Daily Life, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
KYO MO GOSHO TO TOMO NI!
"ICHIMON IKKU NARITOMO
KATARASE TAMO BESHI"
SAIGOKU NO JIHI TO CHIE NO HIKARI DE
SEIKATSU O SHAKAI O TERASE!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TATOI IKANARU WAZURAWASHIKI KOTO ARITOMO YUME NI NASHITE TADA HOKEKYO NO KOTO NOMI SAWAKURASE TAMO BESHI
(Gosho Zenshu page 1088)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 21st Nov. 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 22nd 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 21st, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Where peoples' smiles overflow, 

hope and joy are born.
With our cheerful 

and positive behaviour 

at home, work and 

in our local communities, 

let's cultivate and propagate

"gardens of happiness!"

Sunday, November 21st, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"It is the heart that is important."

(The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 1000)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's poem, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 21st, 2021

Monday, November 22nd, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"As members of the Soka Gakkai, we embrace the Mystic Law, putting the teachings of Buddhism into practice in society, and uphold faith for absolute victory, always employing 'the strategy of the Lotus Sutra' (WND–1, 1001). Let us proudly continue our struggle as indomitable champions and invincible people of wisdom and win without fail."

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Living Honourably and Winning Praise, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
EGAO GA AFURERU TOKORO NI
KIBO TO KANKI GA UMARERU.
HOAGARAKANA FURUMAI DE
KATEI NI SHOKUBA NI CHIIKI NI
"SACHI NO HANAZONO" O HIROGEYO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KOKORO KOSO TAISETSU NARE
(Gosho Zenshu page 1192)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Sat., Nov. 20th, 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Sun., Nov. 21st 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 20th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Where there are women 

actively and vibrantly taking action

there is development and growth.
By listening very carefully 

to what others have to say,
let's all lend our full support 

so that each one of us 

can manifest 

our strengths and abilities!

Saturday, November 20th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The mystic principle of the true aspect of reality is one, but if it encounters evil influences, it will manifest delusion, while if it encounters good influences, it will manifest enlightenment."

(The Entity of the Mystic Law 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 417)
Selection Source: "Suntetsu," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 20th, 2021

Sunday, November 21st, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin taught Shijo Kingo that a Buddha is a 'Hero of the World' and that 'Buddhism primarily concerns itself with victory or defeat' (WND–1, 835). We must win in both our lives and our struggles in society."

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Living Honourably and Winning Praise, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
JOSEI GA IKIIKITO
KATSUYAKU SHITE KOSO HATTEN WA ARU.
TAYONA KOE NI MIMI O KATAMUKE
MINA GA CHIKARA O DASERU YO
ZENRYOKU DE OEN SHITE IKO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
ICHI MYOSHINNYO NO RI NARITO IEDOMO AKUEN NI AEBA MAYOI TO NARI ZEN EN NI AEBA SATORI TO NARU
(Gosho Zenshu page 510)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Friday, 19th November 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Saturday, 20th November 2021 Daily Encouragement

Hello! Have you had a chance to check out the Soka Gakkai's new charter? Might be worth a read! ...https://www.sokaglobal.org/resources/sg-charter.html

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

Friday, November 19th, 2021

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

The way to opening up a new history

is by improving our own life state.

"I am going to do 

my human revolution!"

From this vow-infused prayer,

infinite power and strength 

comes gushing forth.

Friday, November 19th, 2021

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

I entrust you with the propagation of Buddhism in your province. It is stated that "the seeds of Buddhahood sprout as a result of conditions, and for this reason they preach the single vehicle."

(The Properties of Rice 

- WND-1, page 1117)

Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, November 19th, 2021

Saturday, November 20th, 2021

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"The Daishonin urges us to live in such a way that we win the praise of those around us. By doing so, in accord with the principle of 'the Buddha nature manifesting itself from within and bringing forth protection from without,' our virtues naturally emanate from our lives and bring the benefit of protection from without.

"To have others speak in our praise is a sign of the trust and respect of the people around us and in our communities." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Living Honourably and Winning Praise, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

ARATA NA REKISHI O HIRAKU NI WA

WAGA KYOUGAI O HIRAKU KOTO DA.

"NINGEN KAKUMEI SHITE MISERU!"

KONO CHIKAI NO INORI KARA

MUGEN NO CHIKARA MO WAKIDERU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

SONO KUNI NO BUPPOU WA KIHEN NI MAKASE TATEMATSURI SOUROU ZO, BUSSHU WA EN NI YOTTE OKORU KONO YUE NI ICHIJOU O TOKU NARU BESHI

(Gosho Zenshu page 1467)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 18th Nov. 🇹🇩 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 19th Nov. Daily Encouragement

* Happy Founding Day! 🇹🇩 Please check out the NEW charter of the Soka Gakkai! The URL is at the bottom of the "To My Friends" section

 

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

Thursday, November 🇹🇩 18th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Nichiren Daishonin proclaimed

"I will be the pillar of Japan 

(the nation)."*
Inheriting the very spirit 

of the Daishonin,
let's live out our lives based on 

our vow for kosen-rufu!

With the strong burning determination that

"I, myself, am the Soka Gakkai!"

* "I will be the pillar of Japan. I will be the eyes of Japan. I will be the great ship of Japan. This is my vow, and I will never forsake it!" 

- "The Opening of the Eyes" (WND, Vol. 1, page 280)
** Soka Gakkai was established on November 18th, 1930.
*** In 2021, the Soka Gakkai Charter updated and replaced the SGI Charter to further articulate the organisation's purposes, the ideals motivating its activities and its guiding principles in the realm of social engagement as a global organization that aims to promote peace and culture. 

(https://www.sokaglobal.org/resources/sg-charter.html)

Thursday, November 18th, 2021

--- 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: Experience in Faith, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 18th, 2021

Friday, November 19th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin writes: 'All the people of Kamakura will say in your praise that Nakatsukasa Saburo Saemon-no-jo [Shijo Kingo] is diligent in the service of his Lord, in the service of Buddhism and in his concern for other people" (WND–1, 851).

"'In the service of one's Lord,' in modern terms, means building a solid relationship of trust with one's boss or employer. It means becoming an outstanding employee at our workplace or excelling in our profession. It also refers to our behaviour as members of society.

"'In the service of Buddhism' means to practice steadfastly, always basing ourselves on faith in the Mystic Law.

"'In concern for other people' means caring qualities, like a sincere interest in others, that earn the respect and trust of those around us as we live our lives in society.

"These three phrases encapsulate the most important spheres for demonstrating 'faith equals daily life' and 'Buddhism is manifested in society.'" 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"WARE NIHON NO HASHIRA TO NARAN"
GOHONBUTSU NO SEISHIN O UKETSUGI
KOFU NO DAIGAN NI IKIYO!
"WATASHI JISHIN GA SOKA GAKKAI" TONO
MOEAGARU KETSUI O MUNE NI!

--- 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] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 17th, 2021 + Daily Encouragement🇹🇩 Nov. 18th 🇹🇩

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

Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS —
Talking to someone while
believing in their Buddha nature 

and sharing our honest thoughts 

with them
is the very key to 

"people's diplomacy".
By ridding the inner barriers 

obstructing heart-to-heart conversation,

let's further expand 

our circle of friendship!

*"When people of different cultures respectfully learn from each other, experiencing the rich diversity of humanity's spiritual heritage, this lays the foundations for a far-reaching solidarity of friendship and mutual appreciation. Eventually, the warm light of humanity shining in the hearts of those who persist in such "people's diplomacy" can start to melt even the icy walls of national prestige and competing interests." (ref.
https://www.daisakuikeda.org/sub/resources/works/essays/op-eds/jt-oped01.html)

Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Life is limited; we must not begrudge it. What we should ultimately aspire to is the Buddha land."

(Aspiration for the Buddha Land 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 214)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 17th, 2021

Thursday, November 18th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"'Faith equals daily life' also means that daily life equals faith. In other words, that every aspect of our lives constitutes Buddhist practice." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Experiences Are a Driving Force for Spreading the Mystic Law, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
AITE NO BUSSHO O SHINJI
SEIJITSU NI KATARU KOTO GA
NINGEN GAIKO NO YOTEI DA.
KOKORO NO KABE O TORIHARAI
YUJO NO WA O IKUE NIMO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
INOCHI KAGIRI ARI OSHIMU BEKARAZU TSUINI NEGAU BEKIWA BUKKOKU NARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 955)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 16th, 2021+ Daily Encouragement Nov. 17th

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

Tuesday, November 16th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Through our efforts to advance 

with a "youthful spirit,"

we are able 

to make unlimited progress.

With even more unyielding resolve,

let's keep our challenging spirit burning,

and today, yet again, 

advance one more step!

 

Tuesday, November 16th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---

"In the more than two thousand years that have passed since the Buddha's advent, Shakyamuni himself, Tien-t'ai, and Dengyo were the only three who perfectly carried out the Buddha's teachings.  Now in the Latter Day of the Law, Nichiren and his disciples and lay believers are just such practitioners."

("On Practicing the Buddha's Teachings," 

WND-l page 395) 

Selection Source:  

Spreading the Brilliant Light 

of the Daishonin's Writings  

Seikyo Newspaper:  November 16th, 2021

Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"The Daishonin states: 'When one who is able to show clearly visible proof in the present expounds the Lotus Sutra, there also will be persons who will [come to] believe [in the sutra]' (WND–1, 512). Mr. Makiguchi noted that one of the unique things about the faith experiences of Soka Gakkai members is that members not only strive to accumulate experiences of the benefit of faith themselves, but actively seek to tell as many people as possible about them. The truth is powerful. The experiences of our members around the world are lasting treasures of the Soka Gakkai and a driving force for spreading the Mystic Law." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Experiences Are a Driving Force for Spreading the Mystic Law, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

"SEINEN NO KOKORO" DE SUSUMU NAKA NI

KAGIRINAI HIYAKU GA ARU.

IYOIYO NO KIGAI DE

CHOSEN NO TAMASHII O MOYASHI

KYO MO MATA IPPO MAE E!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

"SHAKUSON GONYUMETSU NO NOCHI NISEN YO NEN GA AIDA NI NYOZETSU SHUGYO NO GYOJA WA SHAKUSON · TENDAI · DENGYO NO SAN NIN WA · SATEOKI SORAINU, MAPPO NI ITTE WA NICHIREN NARABINI DESHI DANNA TO KORE NARI"

("NYOZETSU SHUGYO SHO", Gosho Zenshu page 504)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 15th Nov. 2021 Daily Gosho + 16th Nov. Daily Encouragement

* Today is a Japanese national monthly press holiday to give all those involved in making and delivering a newspaper a rest! So "Words of the Week" was published yesterday. Still lots to read and enjoy today...  

Monday, November 15th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You should not have the slightest fear in your heart. It is lack of courage that prevents one from attaining Buddhahood, although one may have professed faith in the Lotus Sutra many times since innumerable kalpas ago.

"There is definitely something extraordinary in the ebb and flow of the tide, the rising and setting of the moon, and the way in which summer, autumn, winter and spring give way to each other. Something uncommon also occurs when an ordinary person attains Buddhahood. At such a time, the three obstacles and four devils will invariably appear, and the wise will rejoice while the foolish will retreat."

(The Three Obstacles and Four Devils

- WND, Vol. 1, page 637)
Selection Source: "Myoji no Gen", 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 14th, 2021

Tuesday, November 16th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Mr. Makiguchi placed great importance on members experiences in faith. He cited the experience of a woman who overcame family and work difficulties to triumphantly create a happy, harmonious family applauded by all her neighbours; and also that of a man who, through his Buddhist practice, was able to inject new life into his printing business that had been operating at a loss for over a decade. Mr. Makiguchi describes such inspirational dramas of renewal as 'the result of all-out effort' and likened them to diamonds or to gold nuggets discovered in sand.*

"He saw these experiences of members translating faith into daily life as 'actual proof of a life of great good' and 'evidence of attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime.'

"Mr. Toda also taught us that through our efforts to put faith into practice in daily life while grappling with all kinds of problems, we can establish a state of absolute happiness in which being alive itself is a joy. Nothing pleased him more than hearing the experiences of fellow members advancing in their human revolution and changing their karma." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Experiences Are a Driving Force for Spreading the Mystic Law, January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

* Translated from Japanese. Cf. Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Makiguchi Tsunesaburo Zenshu (Collected Writings of Tsunesaburo Makiguchi), vol. 10 (Tokyo: Daisanbunmei-sha, 1987), p.144.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SUKOSHI MO OSORURU KOKORO NAKARE KAKO ONNONGO YORI HOKEKYO O SHINZE SHIKADOMO HOTOKE NI NARANU KOTO KORE NARI SHIO NO HIRU TO MITSU TO TSUKI NO IZURU TO IRU TO NATSU TO AKI TO FUYU TO HARU TONO SAKAI NIWA KANARAZU SOI SURU KOTO ARI BONPU NO HOTOKE NI NARU MATA KAKUNO GOTOSHI KANARAZU SANSHO SHIMA TO MOSU SARARI IDE KITAREBA KENJA WA YOROKOBI GUSHA WA SHIRIZOKU KORE NARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 1091)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Words of the Week Nov. 14th-21st, 2021, Daily Gosho Nov. 14th & Daily Encouragement Nov. 15th

* "Words of the Week" is one day earlier than normal as there is a Japanese national press holiday tomorrow. 

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

November 14th-21st, 2021
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
The human revolution 

in just a single individual 

proves that "all women 

can attain Buddhahood."*
The sun-like brilliance 

of the SGI illuminates 

our local communities
and the world.
Together with our 

New Women's Division** 

members,
let's all advance 

in cheerful spirits!

*"When she (the dragon king's daughter) attained Buddhahood, this does not mean simply that one person did so. It reveals the fact that all women will attain Buddhahood." 

(The Opening of the Eyes 

- WND, Vol.1, page 269)

** In Japan, the Young Women's and Women's Division have amalgamated and have now become the new "Women's Division" as of November. 

Monday, November 14th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"A daughter opens up the gate of another household."

(The Treasure of a Child 

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

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 14th, 2021

Tuesday, November 15th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Let us once again keep these words deeply in mind: 'A person of wisdom is not one who practices Buddhism apart from worldly affairs' (WND–1, 1121).

"This troubled saha world* in which we dwell is indeed a realm mired in suffering. But it is by summoning the courage to reach out to those who are suffering, bringing forth the compassion and wisdom of Buddhism and actually contributing to others happiness that we become genuine people of wisdom. That is the proud way of life of the Bodhisattvas of the Earth. The living Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin aims to send a steady stream of such individuals into society." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," A Teaching of Active Engagement in Society,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

* Saha world: This world, which is full of suffering. Often translated as the world of endurance. In Sanskrit, saha means the Earth; it derives from a root meaning "to bear" or "to endure." For this reason, in the Chinese versions of Buddhist Scriptures, saha is rendered as endurance. In this context, the saha world indicates a world in which people must endure suffering.

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
HITORI NO NINGEN KAKUMEI GA
"ISSAI NO NYONIN NO JOBUTSU" NI.
SOKA NO TAIYO NO KAGAYAKI GA
CHIIKI MO SEKAI MO TERASU.
SHIN JOSEIBU TO AKARUKU ZENSHIN!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"ONAGO WA MON O HIRAKU"
(Gosho Zenshu page 1566)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 13 Nov 2021 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 14 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 13th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Soka Gakkai's traditional 

Zadankai (discussion meetings),
are a gathering of people 

who are devoted towards
building a harmonious 

and peaceful society and
spreading happiness 

throughout their local communities.
Sharing our thoughts 

and experiences with each other 

to our hearts' content,

let's continue to advance 

in vibrant spirits!

Saturday, November 13th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Concerning the 'peaceful' practices of the Lotus Sutra of the Wonderful Law and the practices carried out by Nichiren and his followers now in the Latter Day of the Law, you should understand that, when one practices the Lotus Sutra under such circumstances, difficulties will arise, and these are to be looked on as 'peaceful' practices."

(Peaceful Practices chapter 

- OTT, page 115)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 13th, 2021

Sunday, November 14th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Nichiren Buddhism is a teaching of active engagement in society; it looks directly at society and seeks to transform it for the better. It is not divorced from reality or 'worldly affairs.' Nevertheless, many in Japan, past and present, have held fast to the notion that Buddhism is distinct or removed from worldly affairs, something unrelated to daily life. This is partly because the established Buddhist schools regarded the Buddha as a transcendent, supernatural being and distinguished the religious from the secular in various ways. This led to some Buddhist schools assuming an aura of mysticism and authority that they used to hold themselves above the secular world and exert control over people's lives.

"Nichiren Daishonin, in contrast, declares: 'The minds of living beings are and have always been Buddhas' (OTT, 208). Nichiren Buddhism teaches that the Buddha does not dwell in some distant realm far from the real world, and that in fact we all inherently possess the noble life state of Buddhahood and can draw forth that power from within to overcome our real-life struggles."

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," A Teaching of Active Engagement in Society,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
GAKKAI DENTO NO ZADANKAI KOSO
CHIIKI NI KOFUKU O HIROGERU
WARAKU TO HEIWA NO TSUDOI DA.
KOKORO YUKUMADE KATARI AI
IKI TAKAKU SUSUMI YUKO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
MAPPO NI OITE IMA NICHIREN RA NO TAGUI NO SHUGYO WA MYOHORENGEKYO O SHUGYO SURUNI NAN KITARU O MOTTE ANRAKU TO KOKOROU BEKINARI
(Gosho Zenshu page 750)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 12th Nov. 2021 To My Friends and 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.

Friday, November 12th, 2021

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Now is the season

when the mornings and evenings

get increasingly colder.

So as not to catch a cold,

let's make sure to 

dress wisely when going out.

Also, let's not forget to 

wash our hands and gargle

[on arriving home],

and take good care of our health

without any negligence!

Friday, November 12th, 2021

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

It must be ties of karma from the distant past that have destined you to become my disciple at a time like this. Shakyamuni and Many Treasures certainly realised this truth. The sutra's statement, "Those persons who had heard the Law dwelled here and there in various Buddha lands, constantly reborn in company with their teachers," cannot be false in any way.

(The Heritage of the Ultimate Law of Life 

- WND-1, page 217)

Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper

- Friday, November 12th, 2021

Saturday, November 13th, 2021

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"The Daishonin declares that a genuine 'person of wisdom' is not one who practices Buddhism apart from worldly affairs. He clarifies a fundamental principle of the Lotus Sutra that 'Buddhism encompasses all worldly affairs' and describes the true way of a person of wisdom." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Buddhism Encompasses All Worldly Affairs,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

ASABAN GA HIEKOMU KISETSU.

KAZE O HIKANAI YOU

GAISHUTSUJI NO FUKUSOU O KENMEI NI.

TEARAI, UGAI MO REIKOU SHI

YUDAN NAKU TAICHOU KANRI O!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

KAKO NO SHUKUEN OI KITATTE KONDO NICHIREN GA DESHI TO NARI TAMOUKA, SHAKA TAHOU KOSO GOZONJI SOUROURAME, "ZAIZAISHO BUTSUDO JOUYO SHIGUSHOU" YO MO SORAGOTO SOURAWAJI

(Gosho Zenshu page 1338)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 11th Nov. 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 12th 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 11th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Everyone has a 

profoundly unique mission.
Let's shine a light on each person 

and provide them with the opportunity
to play an active role!
It's the strong will of a "leader" 

that brings out people's true potential.

Thursday, November 11th, 2021
--- 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, Vol. 1, page 598)
Selection Source: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 11th, 2021

Friday, November 12th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Faith in the Mystic Law gives us the power to win in life. We chant and take action, and keep chanting through our struggles." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Nothing Surpasses the Proof of Actual Fact,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
DAREMO GA FUKAKI SHIMEI NO HITO.
HITORI HITORI NI HIKARI O ATE
KATSUYAKU NO BA O TSUKURO!
KONO "leader" NO ICHINEN GA
MINA NO SENZAIRYOKU O HIKIDASU.

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SORE KI O UE SORONIWA OKAZE FUKI SORAEDOMO TSUYOKI SUKE O KAINUREBA TAUREZU MOTOYORI OITE SORO KI NAREDOMO NE NO YOWAKI WA TAURENU
(Gosho Zenshu page 1468)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Nov. 10th, 2021 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Nov. 11th Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, November 10th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The basis of SGI activities is 

our daily practice of gongyo
and chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.*
The steady and unceasing practice 

of chanting daimoku
expands our life state, 

guides us in what action to take
and builds a future 

of indestructible happiness.

*Daily practice -
https://www.sokaglobal.org/practicing-buddhism/daily-practice.html

Wednesday, November 10th, 2021
--- 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: "Kyo no Hosshin," 

Seikyo Newspaper, Nov. 10th, 2021

Thursday, November 11th, 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Gandhi said: 'My experiments [in nonviolence] have not been conducted in the closet, but in the open.' Similarly, our grassroots Buddhist movement has advanced not behind closed doors but in the real world by members demonstrating the principle of 'faith equals daily life.' That is because, as the Daishonin teaches, nothing surpasses the proof of actual fact (cf.WND–1, 599)."

 The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Nothing Surpasses the Proof of Actual Fact,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
GAKKAI KATSUDO NO KIHON WA
HIBI NO GONGYO SHODAI DA.
JIMICHI DE TAYUMANU INORI GA
KYOGAI O HIROGE KODO O KAE
SACHI NO MIRAI O KIZUITE IKU.

--- 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] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Nov. 9, 2021 + Daily Encouragement Nov. 10th

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

Tuesday, November 9th, 2021
-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Faith equals daily life.

It's in our own home, 

neighbourhood and workplace 

that the stage on which 

we carry out our human revolution

exists!

By demonstrating actual proof 

of being victorious in our daily lives,

let's spread the radiance of 

the faith and practice 

of Nichiren Buddhism!

Tuesday, November 9th, 2021
--- DAILY GOSHO ---

"As for the votaries of the Lotus Sutra in the Latter Day of the Law, the heavenly beings will surely guard and protect them. The Law referred to in the words 'will for the sake of the Law constantly guard and protect them' is Nam-myoho-renge-kyo."

(OTT page 117)

 

Selection Source:  

Spreading the Brilliant Light 

of the Daishonin's Writings 

Seikyo Newspaper:  Nov. 9th, 2021

Wednesday, November 10th , 2021
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"During World War II, President Makiguchi and Toda were imprisoned for their refusal to give in to the demands of Japan's militarist authorities. Mr. Makiguchi died in prison, while Mr. Toda was eventually released. Undefeated by this great persecution, they left us with their powerful conviction that the essence of Nichiren Buddhism 'represents an all-encompassing and fundamental law of life.'* Because  this law is universal, Mr. Makiguchi asserted, it is infallible and can be successfully demonstrated by all.

"This brings to mind the words of Mahatma Gandhi. He declared that the story of his life of nonviolent struggle consisted solely of his 'experiments with truth,'** and he stated his belief that 'what is possible for one is possible for all.'***"

 

 The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World. [69] Advancing Our Movement by Demonstrating the Principles of "Faith Equals Daily Life" and "Buddhism Is Manifested in Society," Firmly Grounding Ourselves in Our Daily Lives,  January 2021 issue of Daibyaku Renge Study Journal, translation released October 2021. 

* Cf. Translated from Japanese. Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Makiguchi Tsunesaburo Zenshu (Collected Writings of Tsunesaburo Makiguchi), vol. 8 (Tokyo: Daisanbunmei-sha, 1984), p.411.

** Mahatma Gandhi, All Men Are Brothers: Autobiographical Reflections compiled and edited by Krishna Kripalani (New York: Continuum, 2000), p.3.

*** Ibid., p.4.

 

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

SHINJIN SOKU SEIKATSU DA.

KATEI YA KINRIN YA SHOKUBA KOSO

NINGEN KAKUMEI NO BUTAI NARI!

MIZUKARA NO SUGATA O TŌSHITE

SHINKO NO KAGAYAKI O HANATŌ!

 

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

"MAPPO NI OITE HOKKE O GYŌZURU MONO OBA SHOTEN SHUGO KORE ARUBESHI JŌIHŌKO NO HŌ TOWA NAM-MYOHO-RENGE-KYO KORE NARI."

("ONGI KUDEN", Gosho Zenshu page 750)

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