[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Dec. 31st 2022 Daily Gosho + Jan. 1st 2023 Daily Encouragement

Seikyo Newspaper was not published today, too, so there is no "To My Friends," but everything else continues!

Saturday, December 31st, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You will grow younger, and your good fortune will accumulate."

(The Unity of Husband & Wife 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 464)
Selection Source: 

Soka Gakkai President Harada's encouragement, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 29th, 2022

🎍Sunday, Jan. 1st, 2023🎍
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"At a time when humanity faces unprecedented challenges, you, my dear friends, are illuminating people's hearts with the great light of compassion and wisdom of the Mystic Law and working tirelessly to expand our network of hope and happiness. Nichiren Daishonin, the Buddha of the Latter Day of the Law, is surely aware of all your efforts. The benefits you are accumulating are immense beyond measure."     

New Year Message for 2023,Year of Youth and Triumph, released Jan. 1st 2023.  

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TOSHI WA WAKO NARI FUKU WA KASANARI SOROBESHI
(New Gosho Zenshu page 1543, Gosho Zenshu page 1135)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Daily Gosho Dec. 30th, 2022 + Daily Encouragement 31st

Seikyo Newspaper was not published today so there is no "To My Friends," but everything else continues!

Friday, December 30th, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

Because Buddhism has gradually been turned upside down, the secular world also has been plunged into corruption and chaos. Buddhism is like the body, and society like the shadow. When the body bends, so does the shadow.

(A Comparison of the Lotus and Other Sutras 

- WND-1, page 1037)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Daibyakurenge - 2023 January issue

Saturday, December 31st, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"A life dedicated to kosen-rufu is extremely busy and may entail a lot of hard work. But it is ten or a hundred times more meaningful than an ordinary life. Be assured that, just as the Daishonin teaches, a life dedicated to kosen-rufu shines with eternal honour."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.  

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

BUPPŌ YŌYAKU TENDŌ SHIKEREBA, SEKEN MO MATA JOKURAN SERI. BUPPŌ WA TAI NO GOTOSHI, SEKEN WA KAGE NO GOTOSHI. TAI MAGEREBA KAGE NANAMENARI.

(Gosho Zenshu page 992, 

New Gosho Zenshu page 1346)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] December 29, 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + December 30 Daily Encouragement

* Just to let you know Seikyo Newspaper will not be published on Dec. 30th & 31st, nor on Jan. 2nd & 3rd. So there will be no "To My Friends" on these dates. Don't worry though everything else will still be sent to you! Here's today's edition, enjoy!...

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

Thursday, December 29th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
A heartfelt thank you 

to everyone who has supported 

our SGI newspapers 

and magazines
throughout this turbulent year!
Together in the New Year,
let's play out victorious dramas 

of our human revolution!

Thursday, December 29th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Suffer what there is to suffer, enjoy what there is to enjoy. Regard both suffering and joy as facts of life, and continue chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, no matter what happens."

(Happiness in This World 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 681)
Selection Source: 

SGI-Philippines member's 

experience, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 29th, 2022

Friday, December 30th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Rain, wind, storms, scorching summers and blizzardy winters—such is the lot of those whose lives are dedicated to the mission of fulfilling the vow for kosen-rufu."

The New Human Revolution, Vol. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 63, translation released December 2022. 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
GEKIDO NO KONO ICHINEN
HONSHI O SASAETE KUDASATTA
SUBETE NO KATA NI KOKORO KARA KANSHA!
ARATANA TOSHI MO TOMODOMONI
NINGEN KAKUMEI NO SHORI GEKI O!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KU OBA KU TO SATORI RAKU OBA RAKU TO HIRAKI KURAKU TOMONI OMOI AWASETE
NANMYOHORENGEKYO TO UCHITONAE ISASE TAMAE

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1554, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1143)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Wednesday, 28th December 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Thursday, 29th December Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, December 28th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's offer warm words 

of encouragement 

to our friends who are dedicated to 

raising children, 

caring for the elderly

and nursing the sick and needy!

Those who protect and support 

families are the true practitioners of
the dignity of life.
Together, let's advance along 

this great path of

happiness and longevity!

Wednesday, December 28th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Winter always turns to spring."

(Winter Always Turns to Spring 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 535)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's essay, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 28th, 2022

Thursday, December 29th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin says: 'You must not spend your lives in vain and regret it for ten thousand years to come' (WND-1, 622).

"Our present life is short, but life itself is everlasting. Through our efforts in this brief existence, we can accumulate eternal good fortune and benefit. This is why we mustn't allow ourselves to have any regrets in our work for kosen-rufu in this lifetime. What's the point of faith if we die with regrets?" 

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.   


-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
IKUJI KAIGO KANBYO NI
KENSHIN SURU TOMO NI HAGEMASHI O!
KAZOKU O MAMORI SASAERU HITO KOSO
SEIMEI SONGEN NO JISSENSHA DA.
KOFUKU CHOFU NO DAIDO O TOMONI!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
FUYU WA KANARAZU HARU TO NARU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1696, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1253)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Dec. 27, Tues., 2022 + Daily Encouragement Dec. 28

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

Tuesday, December 27th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Greetings at the year-end 

and beginning of the new year 

are an important opportunity for us 

to deepen trust 

and strengthen bonds. 

Let's make every effort 

to convey our sincere 

and heartfelt voice

to our neighbours, friends, 

relatives, etc.! 

Tuesday, December 27th, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"An enemy will try to make you forget the danger so that he can attack."

"General Stone Tiger," 

WND. Vol. 1, page 952

Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's Guidance

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 27th, 2022

Wednesday, December 28th, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"If one region or prefecture becomes a model treasure land, it can change the whole country. Everything starts from one." 

The New Human Revolution, Vo. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 61, translation released December 2022.

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
NENMATSU NENSHI NO AISATSU WA 

SHINRAI FUKAME KIZUNA TSUYOMERU 

TAISETSUNA KIKAI DA. 

KINRIN, YUJIN, SHINSEKI TOU NI 

SEIJITSU NO KOE O TODOKEYO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"TEKI TO MOSU MONO WA WASURE SASETE NERAU MONO NARI"

"SHIJO KINGO DONO GOHENJI," 

New Gosho Zenshu page 1608, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1185

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Dec. 26 2022 - Jan 1 2023 Words of the Week, Dec. 26 Daily Gosho + Dec. 27 Daily Encouragement

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

Dec. 26th, 2022—Jan. 1st, 2023

-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
For the sake of the Mystic Law, 

the people and the world,

we have devoted ourselves 

to the fullest throughout this year.
It's most certain that the Daishonin 

has witnessed everything,

and he states:

"Fortune comes from one's heart 

and makes one worthy of respect."*
Let's launch into the decisive year 

of happiness and triumphant victory!

*"New Year's Gosho" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 1137)

Monday, December 26th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"One who recites even one word or phrase of the Lotus Sutra and who speaks about it to another person is the emissary of Shakyamuni Buddha, lord of the teachings."

(The Pure and Far-Reaching Voice 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 331)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 26th, 2022

Tuesday, December 27th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"A person's greatness is determined by whether they are focused on benefiting themselves or benefiting others. This also determines whether one's faith is genuine or not?

"I hope you will take action based on sincere prayer for the sake of the Law and the happiness of your friends and fellow members and achieve a dynamic inner transformation—a great human revolution—moving from a focus on self to a focus on others."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022. 

 

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-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
HO NO TAME HITO NO TAME
YO NO TAME TATAKAIKITTA ICHINEN.
GOHONBUTSU GA SUBETE GOSHORAN NARI.
"KOKORO YORI IDETE WARE O KAZARU"
KOFUKU GAIKA NO SHOBU NO TOSHI E!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
HOKEKYO O ICHIJI IKKU MO TONAE MATA HITO NIMO KATARI MOSAN MONO WA
KYOSHU SHAKUSON NO ONTSUKAI NARI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1527, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1121)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 25th December 2022 💡 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 26th December Daily Encouragement

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

Sunday, December 25th🎁, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Children's smiles 

are the very basis of peace 

and eternal happiness.
Patiently lending a listening ear 

to all that they have to say,
let's spend quality time 

strengthening family ties 

during the winter break!

Sunday, December 25th, 2022

--- 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, Vol. 1, page 1117)
Selection Source: One Gosho, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 25th, 2022

Monday, December 26th💡, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Fearing difficulty and hardship, the weak-hearted will likely trample on and betray others' kindness and support. Those who remain true to their commitment have strong hearts and minds."

The New Human Revolution, Vo. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 60, translation released December 2022.

 
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KODOMOTACHI NO EGAO KOSO
HEIWA TO KOFUKU NO MINAMOTO DA.
JIKKURI HANASHI NI MIMI O KATAMUKE
KAZOKU NO KIZUNA O TSUYOMERU
YUIGINA FUYU YASUMI NI!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SONO KUNI NO BUPPO WA KIHEN NI MAKASE TATEMATSURI SOROZO BUSSHU WA EN YORI OKORU KONO YUE NI ICHIJO O TOKU NARUBESHI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1953, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1467)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Saturday, 24th Dec.🎄 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Sunday, 25th Dec.🎁 Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, December 24th🎄, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Time to wrap up this year.
Let's clean up our homes 

and workplaces,
and tidy up our surroundings.
Let's welcome the New Year in

with a refreshed spirit!

Saturday, December 24th🎄, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"For though one's trustworthiness may at first go unnoticed, in time it will be openly rewarded."

(The Four Virtues and the Four Debts of Gratitude 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 636)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 24th, 2022

Sunday, December 25th🎁, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The more you chant for others' happiness, the greater happiness you will come to enjoy yourself. When you chant for the health of others, your own health will also be protected. This is the wondrous power of the Mystic Law."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022. 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
ICHINEN NO SHIMEKUKURI.
JITAKU YA SHOKUBA TO NO SOJI YA
MI NO MAWARI NO SEIRI SEITON O.
SUGASUGASHII KIMOCHI DE
ARATANA TOSHI O MUKAEYO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KAKURETE NO SHIN AREBA ARAWARETE NO TOKU ARU NARI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1850, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1527)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Friday, 23rd December, 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Saturday, 24th 🎅 December Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, December 23rd, 2022

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Be careful of intense cold waves

and heavy snow!

Let's take wise action

to protect ourselves,

such as 

not going out unnecessarily.

As the Daishonin writes:

"Determine to take

every possible precaution."*

* "On Recommending This Teaching to Your Lord and Avoiding the Offence of Complicity in Slander" 

- WND-1, page 461

Friday, December 23rd, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

Although Nichiren and his followers are few, because they are different in body, but united in mind, they will definitely accomplish their great mission of widely propagating the Lotus Sutra. Though evils may be numerous, they cannot prevail over a single great truth.

(Many in Body, One in Mind 

- WND-1, page 618)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, December 23rd, 2022

Saturday, December 24th, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"People can't grow strong and truly develop themselves if they are spoiled and only flattered. I don't want you to become weak, blaming others, holding grudges or complaining and running away when you have some small hardship or problem. I want you to become strong, big-hearted leaders."

The New Human Revolution, Vo. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 60, translation released December 2022.

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

KYŌRETSU KAMPA YA ŌYUKI NI KEIKAI!

FUYŌ NO GAISHUTSU O HIKAERU TŌ

MI O MAMORU KENMEI NA KŌDŌ O.

"KAMAETE KAMAETE

GOYŌJIN SŌRŌ BESHI."*

*(Gosho Zenshu page 1133, 

New Gosho Zenshu page 1540)

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

NICHIREN GA ICHIRUI WA, ITAIDŌSHIN NAREBA, HITOBITO SUKUNAKU SŌRAE DOMO, DAIJI O JŌJITE ICHIJŌ HOKEKYŌ HIROMARI NANTO OBOE SŌRŌ. AKU WA ŌKEREDOMO, ICHIZEN NI KATSU KOTO NASHI.

(Gosho Zenshu page 1463, 

New Gosho Zenshu page 2054)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 22nd Dec. 2022 To My Friends and Daily Gosho + 23rd Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

Thursday, December 22nd, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
All of our daimoku and actions 

based on our concern  

for our friends' happiness

and all of our struggles and contributions, 

based on our chanting 

for our local community,
are certain to become 

treasures of the heart.
Let's fill the pages of our diaries 

with joy-filled dramas
of creating happiness for both 

ourselves and others!

Thursday, December 22nd, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The Buddha wrote that one should become the master of one's mind rather than let one's mind master oneself."

(Letter to Gijō-bō 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 390)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 22nd, 2022

Friday, December 23rd, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Your dedication to kosen-rufu is the greatest offering you can make to the Buddha. The benefit you derive from taking action for the Mystic Law enables not only you, but also your parents, your siblings and all those connected to you, to attain Buddhahood. You can help move everyone's life in the direction of happiness.

"That's why all it takes is one person. Everything starts with one individual. Everything is decided by that person's courageous and confident faith. I want to strongly impress this upon you."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.  

 
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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TOMO NO TAME CHIIKI NO TAME
NAYAMI INORI UGOITA BUN
"KOKORO NO TAKARA" WA TSUMARERU.
JITA TOMO NO KOFUKU O HIRAKU
KANKI NO GEKI O TSUZURO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
AIKAMAETE AIKAMAETE KOKORO NO SHI TOWA NARUTOMO KOKORO O SHI TO SUBEKARAZU TO HOTOKE WA SHIRUSHI TAMAISHI NARI.

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1197, 

Gosho Zenshu page 892)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Wed Dec 21 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Thurs Dec 22 Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, December 21st, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
It's that hectic time of year.
Let's be extremely vigilant 

of any possible form of accident, 

criminal activity, fire risk, etc..
Earnestly chanting daimoku 

first and foremost,
let's never get overconfident 

or complacent!

Wednesday, December 21st, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Employ the strategy of the Lotus Sutra before any other."

(The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra - WND, Vol. 1, page 1001)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 21st, 2022

Thursday, December 22nd, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Words are cheap. Actions and results are what count."

The New Human Revolution, Vol. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 60, translation released December 2022

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
AWATADASHII TOSHI NO SE.
JIKO HANZAI KASAI TO NI
GENJUNI CHUI SHIYO.
GOJONA INORI O KONPONNI
YUDAN KASHIN O IMASHIMETE!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
NANI NO HEIHO YORIMO HOKEKYO NO HEIHO O MOCHII TAMO BESHI
(New Gosho Zenshu page 1623, Gosho Zenshu page 1192)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Dec. 20th, 2022 plus Daily Encouragement Dec. 21st,

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

Tuesday, December 20th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
To our friends who are struggling 

with challenges at work,
it's when we are in the midst 

of hardship(s) that
it's important to employ 

"the strategy of the Lotus Sutra"*.
Gathering up 

our courage and wisdom,
let's demonstrate 

actual proof of victory in our lives, 

no matter what!

*  "The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra," 

WND-l page 1001

Tuesday, December 20th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The reason that you have survived until now when so many have died was so that you would meet with this affair. This is where you will cross the Uji River.  This is where you will ford the Seta. This will determine whether you win honour or disgrace your name."

("Reply to Yasaburo," WND-l page 829)
Selection Source: Buddhist Teachings 
Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 20th, 2022

Wednesday, December 21st, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Gandhi worked hard to open the way to peace and happiness for the people. His example inspired countless others to do the same.

"I hope you, too, will follow the example of admirable seniors in faith, and that, in turn, you will become a wonderful example for others.

"…Please have confidence in your noble mission."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Self to a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.

 
-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
SHIGOTO DE FUNTO SURU TOMO YO
"HOKEKYO NO HEIHO" DA
YUKI TO CHIE O WAKIIDASHI
DANJITE SHORI NO JISSHO O!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SOKOBAKUNO HITO NO SHINURU NI IMAMADE IKITE ARITSURU WA KONO KOTO NI AWAN TAME NARIKERI, KORE KOSO UJIGAWA O WATASESHI TOKORO YO, KOREKOSO SETA O WATASESHI TOKORO YO, NA O AGURUKA NA O KUDASUKA NARI"

(New Gosho Zenshu page 2085, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1451)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 19th-25th Dec. Words of the Week, 19th Dec. Daily Gosho & 20th Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

December 19th-25th, 2022
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
To those precious members 

and their families
who have been so kind 

to offer their homes for our meetings 

throughout this year
and all our other 

treasured fellow members

who have selflessly 

dedicated themselves 

for the sake of kosen-rufu,
let's all make sure to express 

our deepest appreciation and respect!
The Daishonin teaches,
"Human beings never fail to prosper 

when they make good causes."*
Let's wrap up this year, proudly 

and with confidence!

*"Just as flowers open up and bear fruit, just as the moon appears and invariably grows full, just as a lamp becomes brighter when oil is added, and just as plants and trees flourish with rain, so will human beings never fail to prosper when they make good causes." 

- "The Third Day of the New Year" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 1013)

Monday, December 19th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If lay believers and their teacher pray with differing minds, their prayers will be as futile as trying to kindle a fire on water."

(The Eight Winds 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 795)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 19th, 2022

Tuesday, December 20th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ——
"The Daishonin's spirit and teachings are focused on realising kosen-rufu. More important than spouting a million words of theory is helping one person to start practising Nichiren Buddhism. What matters is taking the courageous step to actually do that.

"Please always remember this point and, with hearts as vast as the ocean, embrace everything with an open mind and keep advancing together in friendship and harmony."

   

The New Human Revolution, Vol. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 57, translation released December 2022

-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
TOTOKI KAIJO TEIKYO WO HAJIME
KORO NO HOYU NI MINA DE SHINSHA!
"HITO WA ZENKON O NASEBA
KANARAZU SAKAU"
MUNEHARI ICHINEN NO SOSHIAGE O.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
DANNA TO SHI TO OMOI AWANU INORI WA MIZU NO UENI HI O TAKUGA GOTOSHI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1566, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1151)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Sun. 18th Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Mon. 19th Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

Sunday, December 18th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
A strong cold wave is moving in.
Take the utmost of caution 

(especially when driving)
for things such as 

whiteout conditions and black ice.
By making sure that 

we are properly prepared

and being extremely careful, 

let's make our safety 

our top priority!

Sunday, December 18th,2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Hence the character myō means to open. If there is a storehouse full of treasures but no key, then it cannot be opened, and if it cannot be opened, then the treasures inside cannot be seen."

(The Daimoku of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 145)
Selection Source: 

The Brilliance of Buddhist Thought, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 18th, 2022

Monday, December 19th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The spirit of a disciple is to strive with the same hope, commitment and efforts as the mentor. By doing so, the disciple is able to attain the same life state as the mentor. The path of mentor and disciple is the foundation of Buddhism and the eternal direct road to the betterment of humankind." 

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.


-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TSUYOI KANPA GA SHURAI.
SEKISETSU YA ROMEN TOKETSU TO NI
JUBUN NI KEIKAI SHIYO.
BANZEN NO JUNBI O TOTONOE
KUREGUREMO ANZEN DAIICHI DE.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
MYO TO MOSU KOTOWA KAI TO IU KOTO NARI SEKEN NI TAKARA O TSUMERU KURA
NI KAGI NAKEREBA HIRAKU KOTO KATASHI HIRAKAZAREBA KURA NO UCHINO
TAKARA O MIZU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 536, 

Gosho Zenshu page 943)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 17th Dec. 2022 ⚽️ To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 18th Dec.⚽️ Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, December 17th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Nichiren Daishonin teaches,
"If the spirit of many in body 

but one in mind prevails 

among the people,
they will achieve all their goals."*
Unity is the essential point 

for triumphant victory.
Encouraging one another,
let's advance together 

united in our hearts 

to achieve our goals!

*Gosho: "Many in Body, One in Mind" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 618)
**many in body, one in mind -
https://www.nichirenlibrary.org/en/dic/Content/M/63

Saturday, December 17th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"If you want to understand the causes that existed in the past, look at the results as they are manifested in the present. And if you want to understand what results will be manifested in the future, look at the causes that exist in the present."

(The Opening of the Eyes 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 279)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 17th, 2022

Sunday, December 18th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Gandhi said: 'Man becomes great exactly in the degree in which he works for the welfare of his [fellow human beings]';* and '[My activities] all have their rise in my insatiable love of [humankind].'**

"Gandhi took action for the welfare of his fellow citizens. He worked and toiled day and night for the welfare of humanity. He gave his entire life for the happiness and benefit of others. That is why he was great, and also happy.

"'For the sake of others'—those who strive with this spirit are strong. They fear nothing, they have no need to fear.

"This is how I have overcome every obstacle and how I have won in every struggle. I have never been defeated.

"Those who care only about themselves are on a downward path. They never improve, are never fulfilled and never know true happiness.

"In contrast, the Soka Gakkai is committed to making ever greater efforts as an unwavering ally of the people. I'd like you to do the same and lead great lives based on love for humanity."

10th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, Moving from a Focus on Others, Sep. 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022.

* Cf. Mahatma Gandhi, Quotes of Gandhi, compiled by Shalu Bhalla (New Delhi: UBS Publishers' Distributors, 1991), p. 140.

**Ibid., p.163.   

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-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"ITAI DOSHIN NAREBA
BANJI O JOJI" GOSEIKUN.
DANKETSU KOSO GAIKA NO YOTEI DA.
MINA DE HAGEMASHI AINAGARA
KOKORO HITOTSU NI ZENSHIN SHIYO!

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KAKO NO IN O SHIRAN TO HOSSEBA SONO GENZAI NO KA O MIYO MIRAI NO KA O SHIRAN TO HOSSEBA SONO GENZAI NO IN O MIYO

(New Gosho Zenshu page 112, 

Gosho Zenshu page 231)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 16th December 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 17th December Daily Encouragement

* For the next few weeks To My Friends will be appearing slightly later in the day as some of the team will be on UK time.

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

Friday, December 16th, 2022

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Even a few words

of consideration or appreciation

can act as a lubricant 

to building human relations.

Let's also continue to maintain

a sympathetic heart

towards our closest family members.

Friday, December 16th, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

Now, no matter what, strive in faith and be known as a votary of the Lotus Sutra, and remain my disciple for the rest of your life. If you are of the same mind as Nichiren, you must be a Bodhisattva of the Earth. 

(The True Aspect of All Phenomena 

- WND-1, page 385)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, December 16th, 2022

Saturday, December 17th, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"King Ashoka* spread the Law by winning people's hearts. This way of propagation is the hallmark of a Buddhist leader. It is the spirit of our movement for kosen-rufu. 

"Winning people's hearts is the key. Genuine leaders are loved by the people. In their presence, people feel happy and secure; they are filled with hope, confidence and courage.

"Only by winning the hearts of the youth, of the people, can we create a new history. There is no other way.

"Let us always advance with sincerity and conviction. And let us expand our network of friendship with wisdom and creativity, and in a joyful positive way."  

10th Soka Gakkai, Headquarters Leaders' Meeting, Moving from a Focus On Self to a Focus on Others, September 6th, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 2022. 

* King Ashoka (r. c. 268–232 BCE): the ruler of the Maurya Dynasty, and the first king to unify India. During the early years of his reign, he was a tyrant, but later he converted to Buddhism, and governed compassionately in accordance with Buddhist ideals.

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

CHIISANA KIZUKAI YA

KANSHA NO HITOKOTO GA

NINGEN KANKEI NO JUNKATSUYU DA.

MIJIKANA KAZOKU NIMO

OMOIYARI NO KOKORO DE.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

IKANIMO, KONDO, SHINJIN O ITASHITE, HOKEKYŌ NO GYŌJA NITE TŌRI, NICHIREN GA ICHIMON TO NARI TŌSHI TAMŌ BESHI. NICHIREN TO DŌI NARABA JIYU NO BOSATSU TARANKA.

(Gosho Zenshu page 1300, New Gosho Zenshu page 1791)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 15th Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 16th Dec. Daily Encouragement

* On the move, Inchon Airport, Korea... Sorry for the delay

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

Thursday, December 15th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Those who have 

a deep sense of purpose 

are not carried away
by the troubled waters of reality.
Always asking ourselves 

"for what purpose,"
let's live out our lives 

by fulfilling our missions as 

Bodhisattvas of the Earth.
Such lives are certain 

to shine with happiness 

and victory!

Thursday, December 15th, 2022
--- 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: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 15th, 2022

Friday, December 16th, 2022  ----
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT

"By keeping our mentor in our hearts and striving to carry out our shared vow, we can forge a strong inner core of conviction." 

The New Human Revolution, Vol. 28, Songs of Kosen-rufu 57, translation released December 2022

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
FUKAI MOKUTEKIKAN O MOTSU HITO WA
GENJITSU NO ARANAMI NI NAGASARENAI.
"NAN NO TAME" O TSUNENI TOI
JIYU NO SHIMEI NI IKINUKO.
SOKONI KOFUKU TO SHORI GA KAGAYAKU.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
MYOHORENGEKYO O ANRAKU NI GYOZEN KOTO MAPPO NI OITE IMA NICHIREN RA NO TAGUI NO SHUGYO WA MYOHORENGEKYO O SHUGYO SURUNI NAN KITARU O MOTTE ANRAKU TO KOKOROU BEKINARI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1045, 

Gosho Zenshu page 750)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Wed. 14 Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Thurs. 15 Dec. Daily Encouragement

* Some of the TMF team is on the move, as of tomorrow, so there might be some delay in postings in the next day or two. Our apologies in advance!    

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

Wednesday, December 14th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The main true stage 

of our human revolution 

is right here, nowhere else, 

right now, 

not some time in the future!
Taking on the challenges 

at hand,
we can open wide the future  

and achieve great victory.

Wednesday, December 14th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Therefore, the best way to attain Buddhahood is to encounter a good friend. How far can our own wisdom take us? If we have even enough wisdom to distinguish hot from cold, we should seek out a good friend."

(Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 598)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 14th, 2022

Thursday, December 15th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Our quiet efforts, day after day, and month after month, to compassionately spread, the Mystic Law may be too inconspicuous to draw people's attention or recognition now, but all Buddhas and heavenly deities are certain to praise and protect our unsurpassed exertions on this most respectworthy path. Future generations will be astonished by our achievements, 'opening their eyes' and inspiring them to seek the way and join the ranks in ever-growing numbers." 


-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"DOKOKA" DEWA NAKU "KOKO"
"ITSUKA" DEWA NAKU "IMA" GA
NINGEN KAKUMEI NO HONBUTAI DA!
GENZEN NO KADAI ENO CHOSEN GA
MIRAI O OKIKU KACHI HIRAKU.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SAREBA HOTOKE NI NARU MICHI WA ZENCHISHIKI NIWA SUGIZU WAGA CHIE NANI NIKA SEN TADA ATSUKI TSUMETAKI BAKARI NO CHIE DANIMO SORO NARABA ZENCHISHIKI TAISECHI NARI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1940, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1468)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho Dec. 13th, 2022 + Daily Encouragement Dec. 14th

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

Tuesday, December 13th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin states:
"Worthies and Sages
are tested by abuse."*
Let's courageously tackle 

the challenges we are facing.
Such strong unwavering resolve 

is certain to
forge our characters.

* "Letter from Sado,"  

WND Vol. 1, page 303

Tuesday, December 13th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Those with the heart of a lion king 

are sure to attain Buddhahood."

"Letter From Sado,"  

WND Vol. 1, page 302)
Selection Source: Myoji no Gen 
Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 13th, 2022

Wednesday, December 14th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Linked by the bonds of mentor and disciple, we as Bodhisattvas of the Earth, are blazing the path of Soka – a path that follows on directly from 'Nichiren's path' – in the places we have chosen to fulfil our vow for kosen-rufu. It is the path of 'attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime,' where we all challenge our human revolution, advancing together with the Daishonin and the Mystic Law. It is the path of 'establishing the correct teaching for the peace of the land,' where we devote ourselves to creating a secure and prosperous world for all. It is also the path of the 'eternal transmission of the Law,' where we work to ensure that the lifeblood of kosen-rufu-rufu endures for all time." 

Editorial for December2022/January2023, The Path of Soka Is the Runway to a Life of Triumph, December 2022 issue of Daibyakurenge, translation released November, 2022.  

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"KENSHO WA MERI SHITE
KOKOROMIRU NARU BESHI"
YUKAN NI SHIREN NI IDOMO!
SONO TSUYOKI ICHINEN GA
KONGO NO JIBUN O KIZUKU.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
"SHISHIO NO GOTOKU NARU KOKORO O MOTERU MONO KANARAZU HOTOKE NI NARU BESHI"

("SADO GOSHO"

New Gosho Zenshu p. 1285, 

Gosho Zenshu p. 957)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Monday, 12th December 2022 Daily Gosho + Tuesday, 13th December Daily Encouragement

Today there is a Japanese national press holiday! "Words of the Week" appeared in yesterday's issue. Today we have everything BUT WoW! tomorrow though we'll be fully up to speed again. Enjoy…   

Monday, December 12th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"This life is like a dream. One cannot be sure that one will live until tomorrow. However wretched a beggar you might become, never disgrace the Lotus Sutra. Since it will be the same in any event, do not betray grief. Just as you have written in your letter, you must act and speak without the least servility."

(A Warning against 

  Begrudging One's Fief 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 824)
Selection Source: 

Heart Sounds of Great Compassion 

- Letters to Disciples, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 11th, 2022

Tuesday, December 13th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin's declaration that 'when one gives them strength, one gives oneself strength, too' (WND–2, 1066), brilliantly describes how benefiting oneself and benefiting others are one, and the same. With these simple words, he illustrates for us, the unrivalled way of life in which benefiting oneself and benefiting others are seamlessly and naturally merged.

"Here we find no egoism concerned solely with one's own welfare while disregarding others; no narrow, self-absorbed mindset that places rigid boundaries between self and others. Duty or social propriety are not the motivators. It is a way of life that embodies compassion, the spontaneous desire to help others.

"A one-sided focus on benefiting or helping others, however, can easily turn into condescension or self-sacrifice. Precisely because acting for the benefit of others also benefits ourselves, it brings us appreciation and joy.

"Without seeking to escape from the suffering-filled saha world, those who strive with sincerity and wisdom, just as they are, for the welfare and happiness of others, as well as themselves are living as genuine bodhisattvas. As the Daishonin states in a well-known passage: '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, 852). Showing respect for all people, behaviour exemplified by the Bodhisattvas of the Earth, is the true essence of the Buddha's teachings."   

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World, [81] Advancing Courageously towards Kosen-rufu While making Dynamic Progress in Our Lives, the Merging of Benefiting Oneself and Benefiting Others, January 2022 issue of Daibyaku Renge, the Soka Gakkai monthly study journal, translation released October 2022.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
ISSHO WA YUME NO UE ASU O GOSEZU IKANARU KOTSUJIKI NIWA NARUTOMO HOKEKYO NI KIZU O TSUKE TAMO BEKARAZU SAREBA ONAJIKUWA NAGIKITARU KESHIKI NAKUTE KONO JO NI KAKITARUGA GOTOKU SUKOSHIMO HESURAWAZU FURUMAI OSE ARUBESHI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1583, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1163)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 11-18 Dec. 2022 Words of the Week, 11 Dec. Daily Gosho + 12 Dec. Daily Encouragement

* There is a Japanese press holiday tomorrow so "Words of the Week" appears today instead of tomorrow.

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

December 11th-18th, 2022
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Praising one anothers' 

"unseen virtues,"* 

let's hold the most 

joyful of discussion meetings   

full of "visible rewards!"
The Daishonin assures us:
"The great reward also 

is sure to come."**
United with 

our men and women's 

district leaders,
let's advance harmoniously 

towards triumphant victory!

*"Unseen virtue brings about visible reward" means that those who work hardest behind the scenes enjoy the greatest reward. It is a strict, impartial, hope-inspiring principle. This is the teaching of Buddhism, and it is why participating in Soka Gakkai activities is so important.
(ref. https://www.sokaglobal.org/resources/study-materials/buddhist-study/the-wisdom-for-creating-happiness-and-peace/chapter-16-8.html)
**"Unseen Virtue and Visible Reward" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 907)

Sunday, December 11th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Little streams come together to form the great ocean, and tiny particles of dust accumulate to form Mount Sumeru. When I, Nichiren, first took faith in the Lotus Sutra, I was like a single drop of water or a single particle of dust in all the country of Japan. But later, when two people, three people, ten people and eventually a hundred, a thousand, ten thousand and a million people come to recite the Lotus Sutra and transmit it to others, then they will form a Mount Sumeru of perfect enlightenment, an ocean of great nirvana. Seek no other path by which to attain Buddhahood!"

(The Selection of the Time 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 579)
Selection Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 11th, 2022

Monday, December 12th,2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin continues: 'Likewise, when one livens other people's complexions, one livens one's own, too, when one gives them strength, one gives oneself strength, too, when one prolongs their lives, one prolongs one's own life as well' (WND–2, 1066).

 

"I can attest to this from my personal experience. I had a weak constitution and contracted tuberculosis, which often left me very tired and feverish. My dearest wish and prayer from the time of my youth was to have robust health. My wife was also very worried about me.

"Nevertheless, I spent my days travelling throughout Japan and the world to encourage our members waiting for me to visit them. It was exhausting, of course. Wondrously, though, the harder I exerted myself, the more strength sprang from within me, and I was revitalised. The leaders accompanying me often asked where I found all my energy.

"I refused to succumb to illness and was determined to carry out my mission and fulfil my responsibilities. I also knew that the more you strive in Soka Gakkai activities, the more it energises you. Earnest efforts to encourage and inspire others enable you to bring forth courage and strength, while seeing others revitalised gives you fresh hope and inspiration.

"From my youth, I gave myself completely to supporting and assisting Mr. Toda. I worked my hardest each day, determined to do my utmost so that I would have not a single regret. I am here today because of the benefits I gained from those efforts, and I am convinced that it is thanks to Mr. Toda that I've been able to demonstrate the Buddhist principle of 'prolonging one's life through faith.'"* 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World, [81] Advancing Courageously towards Kosen-rufu While making Dynamic Progress in Our Lives, The Great Benefit of "Prolonging One's Life through Faith," January 2022 issue of Daibyaku Renge, the Soka Gakkai monthly study journal, translation released October 2022.

* Prolonging one's life through faith: This is based on the passage in the "lifespan" (16th) chapter of the Lotus Sutra, that reads: "We beg you to cure us, and let us live out our lives!" (LSOC16, 269). This is in the section that explains the parable of the outstanding physician, who gives "good medicine" to his children, who have "drunk poison" (that is, succumbed to delusion), and who implore him to cure their illness.Through taking this good medicine (that is, embracing faith in the wonderful Law of the Lotus Sutra), they are cured and able to enjoy many more years of life. 

-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
INTOKU HIKARU TOMO TO TATAEAI
YOHO KAGAYAKU YOROKOBI NO ZADANKAI O.
"DAIKAHO WA MATA KITARUBESHI"
CHIKU BUCHO JOSEI BUCHO TO
WARAKU NO DANKETSU DE GAIKA E!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
SHURU ATSUMARITE TAIKAI TO NARU MIJIN TSUMORITE SHUMISEN TO NARERI NICHIREN GA HOKEKYO O SHINJI HAJIMESHIWA NIHONKOKU NIWA ITTAI ICHIMIJIN NO GOTOSHI HOKEKYO O NININ SANNIN JUNIN HYAKUSENMAN OKUNIN TONAE TSUTAURU HODO NARABA MYOKAKU NO SHUMISEN TOMO NARI DAINEHAN NO TAIKAI TOMO NARUBESHI HOTOKE NI NARU MICHI WA KOREYORI HOKANI MATA MOTOMURU KOTO NAKARE

(New Gosho Zenshu page 205, 

Gosho Zenshu page 288)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] ⚽️10th Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho plus ⚽️ 11th Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, December 10th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
A "youthful" heart  

is not something that is 

determined by age.
Those who constantly continue 

to try to improve
with a consistent 

seeking spirit are true "youth!"

Saturday, December 10th, 2022
--- 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, December 10th, 2022

Sunday, December 11th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"In light of the Daishonin's teachings, it is undeniably true that 'all your virtuous acts will implant benefits and roots of goodness in your life' (WND–1, 4). Also, having that firm conviction in faith will imbue our lives with great good fortune."

The Buddhism of the Sun--Illuminating the World, [80] Our Powerful Resolve Reverberates throughout the Universe, All Activities for Kosen-rufu "Implant benefits and Roots of Goodness, December 2021 Daibyakurenge, translation released October, 2022.

 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KOKORO NO "WAKASA" WA
NENREI DE KIMARANAI.
KYUDO NO ICHINEN O TSURANUKI
KOJO SHITSUZUKERU HITO KOSO
SHIN NO "SEINEN" DA!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TATOI IKANARU WAZURAWASHIKI KOTO ARITOMO YUME NI NASHITE TADA HOKEKYO
NO KOTO NOMI SABAKURASE TAMOBESHI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1481, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1088)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] Fri. 9th Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 10th Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, December 9th, 2022

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

When we discover our mission,

the buds of our abilities

rapidly grow.

Let's believe

in each person's potential

and do all we can 

to encourage them

from the bottom of our hearts!

Let's all become

supremely capable people

for the sake of kosen-rufu!

Friday, December 9th, 2022

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

The heart of the Buddha's lifetime of teachings is the Lotus Sutra, and the heart of the practice of the Lotus Sutra is found in the "Never Disparaging" chapter. What does Bodhisattva Never Disparaging's profound respect for people signify? The purpose of the appearance in this world of Shakyamuni Buddha, the lord of teachings, lies in his behaviour as a human being.

(The Three Kinds of Treasure 

- WND-1, page 851 - 852)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Shimbun 

- Friday, December 9th, 2022

Saturday, December 10th, 2022

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"The Daishonin writes: 'When one lights a torch for someone at night, one brings light, not only to another person, but to oneself as well' (WND–2, 1066). This makes perfect sense.

"In 'On the Three Virtues of Food,' he employs the same simile: 'If one lights a [lantern], for others, one will brighten one's own way' (cf.WND–2, 1060).

"Suppose someone is standing anxiously by the side of a dark road at night. Many see them but pass by without offering to help. One person, however, raises a lantern to illuminate the stranger, saying, 'You must have been frightened, but you're safe now. Let's walk together!' And then accompanies them on the road.

"This scenario portrays the spirit and actions of a bodhisattva.

"There is nothing special about such behaviour. It is simply responding with sympathy and heartfelt concern for those we encounter who are suffering, reaching out spontaneously to try to do whatever we can to help. It is listening to people's problems and wholeheartedly encouraging them. Such richly human behaviour is the very essence of a bodhisattva." 

The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World, [81] Advancing Courageously towards Kosen-rufu While making Dynamic Progress in Our Lives, We All have a Unique Mission, January 2022 issue of Daibyaku Renge, the Soka Gakkai monthly study journal, translation released October 2022.

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

SHIMEI O JIGAKU SHITA TOKI

SAINŌ NO ME WA KYŪSOKU NI NOBIRU.

HITORI-HITORI NO KANŌSEI O SHINJI

KONSHIN NO HAGEMASHI O OKURŌ!

MINA O KŌFU NO DAIJINZAI NI!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

ICHIDAI NO KANJIN WA HOKEKYŌ, HOKEKYŌ NO SHUGYŌ NO KANJIN WA FUKYŌHON NITE SŌRŌ NARI. FUKYŌ BOSATSU NO HITO O UYAMAISHI WA, IKANARU KOTO ZO. KYŌSHU SHAKUSON NO SHUSSE NO HONKAI WA HITO NO FURUMAI NITE SŌRAIKERU ZO.

(Gosho Zenshu page 1174, 

New Gosho Zenshu page 1597)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] To My Friends & Daily Gosho December 8th, 2022 + Daily Encouragement December 9th

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

Thursday, December 8th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin encourages us:
"Diligently polish your mirror 

    day and night."*
The daily practice of chanting 

earnest focused daimoku 

forges a strong self.
Let's continue to have 

a consistent steadfast practice!

*"Arouse deep faith, and diligently polish your mirror day and night. How should you polish it? Only by chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo." - 

"On Attaining Buddhahood 

in This Lifetime" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 4)

Thursday, December 8th, 2022
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"But above all, as for you and your brother Uemon no Tayū Sakan, whether it be about your better relations with your father or your winning the trust of your lord, without actually meeting you it is hard to say all that I wish."

(A Harsh Winter 

   Deep in the Mountains

 - WND, Vol. 2, page 807)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 8th, 2022

Friday, December 9th, 2022
-- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT --
"Our minds or thoughts are a battle ground, determining whether we are happy or unhappy. That is why it is so important to remain constant and steadfast in our faith.

"Nichiren Buddhism is a transformative teaching for creating our own solid happiness." 

The Buddhism of the Sun--Illuminating the World, [80] Our Powerful Resolve Reverberates throughout the Universe, A transformative Teaching for Creating Happiness, December 2021 Daibyakurenge, translation released October, 2022.

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"NICHIYA CHOBO NI
MATA OKOTARAZU MIGAKU BESHI"
HIBI NO SHINKENNA SHODAI GA
JISHIN O TSUYOKU KITAE AGERU.
"JIZOKU NO SHINJIN" O TSURANUKO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
NANIYORIMO EMON NO TAIFU SAKAN TO TONO TONO ONKOTO CHICHI NO ONNAKA TO MOSHI KAMI NO OBOE TO MOSHI MEN NI ARAZUBA MOSHI TSUKUSHI GATASHI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1496, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1099)

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[sgi-tomyfriends-wagatomo] 7th Dec. 2022 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 8th Dec. Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, December 7th, 2022
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Let's make a new departure, 

with powerful vigour,
aiming towards next year's 

victorious triumph!
Let's clarify exactly what it is 

we want to challenge,

formulate a thorough plan
and take concrete actions!

Wednesday, December 7th, 2022
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"And yet, though one might point at the earth and miss it, though one might bind up the sky, though the tides might cease to ebb and flow and the sun rise in the west, it could never come about that the prayers of the practitioner of the Lotus Sutra would go unanswered."

(On Prayer 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 345)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Dec. 7th, 2022

Thursday, December 8th, 2022
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"'[When we embrace the Gohonzon,] it is a rule that all the Buddhas and gods, gather round and watch over us, protecting us like a shadow, day and night….You must trust in it with all your heart.'

On Upholding Faith in the Gohonzon, WND-1, 624

"When we uphold faith in the Mystic Law, all Buddhas and heavenly deities will gather around us and work to protect us, just as a shadow follows the body. And the stronger our faith, the greater their protection.

"Let us banish the careless and complacent thinking that everything will somehow turn out fine. In this busy year end period, let's guard, especially against traffic accidents and fires.

"Nichiren Daishonin teaches us to take the utmost precautions for our safety. Being 'millions of times more careful than ever' (WND-1, 839), let's bring the year to a safe and accident-free close."

Towards a Hope-Filled Future, Bringing the Year to a Safe and Accident-free Close, December 3rd, 2022 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released December 6th, 2022. 

    

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
MYONEN NO GAIKA E
IKIOIYOKU SHUPPATSU O!
KADAI O MEIKAKU NI SHI
BANZEN NO KEIKAKU O NERI
GUTAITEKINI KODO SHIYO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
DAICHI WA SASABA HAZURURUTOMO OZORA O TSUNAGU MONO WA ARITOMO SHIO NO
MICHIHINU KOTO WA ARITOMO HI WA NISHI YORI IZURUTOMO HOKEKYO NO GYOJA
NO INORI NO KANAWANU KOTO WA ARUBEKARAZU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 592, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1351)

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