A translation of "To My Friends" published in the Seikyo Newspaper based on Ikeda Sensei's recent guidance, and more.
Tuesday, November 1st, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's vocally express our gratitude
to our fellow members
who are so earnestly
dedicating themselves
behind the scenes!
A heart that is full of
respect and trust of others
brightens up our lives
and spreads
both joy and good fortune
around us.
Tuesday, November 1st, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"I, Nichiren, believe that the best standards are those of reason and documentary proof. And even more valuable than reason and documentary proof is the proof of actual fact."
"Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain,"
WND-l page 599)
Selection Source:
Member's Experience in Faith
Seikyo Newspaper: Nov. 1st, 2022
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Though the way we carry out Soka Gakkai activities may differ from place to place, the fundamental principles remain the same.
"First and foremost is having the determination to realise kosen-rufu in our areas, no matter what. Without the resolve to stand alone, and take action, committed to turning our communities into an oasis of happiness, nothing will change, no matter how many years or decades pass.
"Second is winning the trust of the community. Only by cultivating a foundation of trust can we have fruitful dialogue. Trust is the cornerstone of human relations.
"Third, each person must show undeniable proof of the value of our Buddhist faith and practice. Naturally, improving our financial situation, recovering from illness or creating family harmony, are important examples. And developing the resilience to be undefeated by any of life's challenges, refining our character and becoming liked and respected also give brilliant testimony to our practice.
"When we advance with these three elements—determination, trust and actual proof—we open the way for kosen-rufu in our communities."
"Second is winning the trust of the community. Only by cultivating a foundation of trust can we have fruitful dialogue. Trust is the cornerstone of human relations.
"Third, each person must show undeniable proof of the value of our Buddhist faith and practice. Naturally, improving our financial situation, recovering from illness or creating family harmony, are important examples. And developing the resilience to be undefeated by any of life's challenges, refining our character and becoming liked and respected also give brilliant testimony to our practice.
"When we advance with these three elements—determination, trust and actual proof—we open the way for kosen-rufu in our communities."
Songs of Human Revolution, 51, translation released October 2022.
-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KAGE DE FUNTŌ SURU DŌSHI NI
KANSHA NO KOE O TODOKEYŌ!
SONKEI TO SHINRAI NO KOKORO GA
WAGA SEIMEI O KAGAYAKASE
YOROKOBI TO FUKUTOKU O HIROGERU.
The Japanese kanji is available by clicking on Seikyo Shinbun's
http://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/
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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"NICHIREN BUPPO O KOKOROMIRU NI DŌRI TO SHŌMON TO NIWA SUGIZU, MATA DŌRI SHŌMON YORI MO GENSHŌ NIWA SUGIZU"
"SAN SANZO KIU NO KOTO,"
Shin Gosho Zenshu page 1941,
Gosho Zenshu page 1468)
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