31st March 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 1st April Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, March 31st, 2023

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

"You must raise your voice

all the more and admonish

[wrongs]."

Victory is decided by momentum.

Let's make our areas reverberate

with the voice of justice

and the voice of courage!

*From "Kamatari Suggests the Fashioning of a Buddha Image" 

WND-2, page 597

Friday, March 31st, 2023

--- DAILY GOSHO ---

Even a feeble person will not stumble if those supporting him are strong, but a person of considerable strength, when alone, may fall down on an uneven path.

(Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain 

- WND-1, page 598)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, March 31st, 2023

Saturday, April 1st, 2023

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"'Buddhas recognise each character [of the Lotus Sutra] as a golden Shakyamuni. This is what is meant by the passage that says, "[If one can uphold this sutra], one will be upholding the Buddha's body"[LSOC11, 220].'

"... Through studying the essence of Nichiren Buddhism, we make profound good causes for attaining a state of indestructible happiness, our lives themselves coming to shine as golden Buddhas. And all those who support others in such study efforts also receive boundless good fortune and benefit.

"Upholding the supreme life philosophy, let's make even greater efforts to reach out and courageously engage in dialogue to change the destiny of humankind, and build a world where all people can live together in peace." 

Towards a Hope-filled Future with the Daishonin's Writings, Making Even Greater Efforts in Dialogue, translated from 22nd November, 2023 issue of the Seikyo Newspaper, translation released February 2023.  

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

"IYOIYO

HARIAGETE SEMU BESHI"

SHŌBU WA IKIOI DE KIMARU.

SEIGI NO KOE, YŪKI NO KOE O

CHI'IKI NI TODOROKASEYŌ!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

KAI NAKI MONO NARE DOMO, TASUKURU MONO TSUYOKEREBA TAOREZU. SUKOSHI KENAGE NO MONO MO, HITORI NAREBA ASHIKI MICHI NI WA TAORENU.

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1940, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1468)

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Thurs. 30th March 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Fri. 31st March Daily Encouragement

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

Thursday, March 30th, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Especially when we're busy,
let's advance 

even more cheerfully than ever!
By offering warm heartfelt words 

and 

showing our sincerity in our actions,
let's brighten our friends' hearts 

and help them to feel strong!

Thursday, March 30th, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"One who chants the daimoku as the Lotus Sutra teaches will never have a twisted mind. For one should know that, unless the mind of the Buddha enters into our bodies, we cannot in fact chant the daimoku."

(The Blessings of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 670)
Selection Source: 

Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 30th, 2023

Friday, March 31st, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo in times of suffering and joy. In that diligence, that tenacity in faith, you can transform your karma and achieve human revolution. When chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo brings you great joy and pleasure – that's real faith."

The New Human Revolution - Vol. 28, Great Path 30, translation released February 2023 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
ISOGASHII TOKI KOSO
HOGARAKANI SUSUMO!
MAGOKORO NO KOEKAKE TO
DAISEIJITSU NO FURUMAI DE
TOMO NO KOKORO O AKARUKU TSUYOKU!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KYO NO MAMANI TONAUREBA MAGARERU KOKORO NASHI MASANI SHIRU BESHI HOTOKE NO MIKOKORO NO WARERA GA MI NI IRASE TAMAWAZUBA TONAE GATAKI KA

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1710, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1240)

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To My Friends & Daily Gosho March 29th, 2023 + Daily Encouragement March 30th

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

Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
In this faith and practice,

"no prayer will go unanswered."
Boldly and bravely,
let's take on the challenge 

of fulfilling our vow for kosen-rufu
through chanting daimoku

with uncompromising conviction!

Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"The flaws in iron come to the surface when it is forged. Put into flames, a rock simply turns to ashes, but gold becomes pure gold."

(Letter to the Brothers 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 497)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 29th, 2023

Thursday, March 30th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The practice of making a bow of obeisance carried out by the bodhisattva Never Disparaging is based on the teaching that people he bowed to were all certain to attain Buddhahood' [LSOC20, 309] and therefore is an expression of pity and compassion.'

- From The Record of the Orally Transmitted Teachings, pp. 163-64.

"Talking to others about Nichiren Buddhism out of a wish for their happiness is equivalent to Bodhisattva Never Disparaging's practice of showing utmost respect to everyone he met. Having the courage to engage others in dialogue without hesitation, believing in their Buddha nature, is an expression of compassion and plants roots of goodness. 

"Sharing the Mystic Law is the ultimate form of Buddhist practice. The efforts of our youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth, charging ahead in the vanguard of our movement, inspire more and more people to join in the joyous dance of human revolution. Here we find the hope for peace. 

"Let's all support the youth in their noble united endeavours to achieve brilliant victories."      

Toward a Hope Filled Future with the Daishonin's Writings, Sharing the Mystic Law Is the Ultimate Form of Buddhist Practice, Seikyo Newspaper October 29th, 2022, translation released February 2023 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"INORI TO SHITE
KANAWAZARU NASHI" NO SHINJIN DA.
WAGA CHIKAI NO JOJU E
DAIKAKUSHIN NO DAIMOKU DE
YUMO KAKAN NI IDOMO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
KUROGANE O YOKUYOKU KITAEBA KIZU NO ARAWARURU GA GOTOSHI ISHI WA YAKEBA HAI TO NARU KOGANE WA YAKEBA SHINKIN TO NARU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1474, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1083)

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28th March 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 29th March Daily Encouragement

* Apologies for the delay today, some of the team are on the move across the big pond!

   

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

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The dynamic progress of our district 

is the very driving force of
the advancement of kosen-rufu.
Let's all unite with the commitment 

to this resolve,
praising each other's efforts 

and dedication 

and encouraging one another,
let's widely spread dialogue 

for securing 

the peace and happiness of the people
(Rissho Ankoku*) 

to as many people 

around us as possible!

*Rissho Ankoku (establishing the correct teaching for the peace of the
land) - https://www.sokaglobal.org/resources/study-materials/buddhist-concepts/rissho-ankoku-securing-peace-for-the-people.html

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Carry through with your faith in the Lotus Sutra. You cannot strike fire from flint if you stop halfway."

(Earthly Desires Are Enlightenment 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 319)
Selection Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 29th, 2023

Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"'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' (WND–1, 681).

"In life there may be times when others attack you, storms of karma rage and you suffer. Rather than try to escape such suffering, you should see it for what it is, deal with it head on and chant with all your might to overcome it through faith. And when happy or joyful, chant to the Gohonzon with gratitude and make that joy the cause for even greater joy."

The New Human Revolution - Vol. 28, Great Path 30, translation released February 2023

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
CHIKU NO DAIYAKUSHIN KOSO
KOFU SHINTEN NO SUISHINRYOKU DA.
MINADE ICHINEN O AWASE
TATAE HAGEMASHI NAGARA
RISSHO ANKOKU NO KATARAI O!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
HOKEKYO NO SHINJIN O TOSHI TAMAE HI O KIRUNI YASUMI NUREBA HI O EZU
(New Gosho Zenshu page 1522, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1118)

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Words of the Week March 27-April 2 2023, Daily Gosho March 27 and Daily Encouragement March 28

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

March 27th-April 2nd, 2023
-- WORDS OF THE WEEK --
Nichiren Daishonin teaches,
"A person of wisdom is not 

one who practices Buddhism

apart from worldly affairs."*
Let's proudly speak to others 

about the sincere contributions
(in our local community and society) 

of our fellow members.
The pillars of the local community 

stand right here!

*"The Kalpa of Decrease" 

(WND, Vol.1, page 1121)

Monday, March 27th, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"You will receive great blessings in your present existence."

(Good Fortune in This Life 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 655)
Selection Source: Ikeda Sensei's essay, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 27th, 2023

Tuesday, March 28th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin cites a sutra passage that states: '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' (WND–1, 279).

"Let's take the lead in changing human history with fresh, innovative ideas and initiatives. Doing so will open doors to a new future,..."

Ascending a New Summit of Kosen-rufu Together. Expanding our Soka Movement – the Worlds, Foremost Gathering of Philosophers, Seikyo Newspaper 5th November, 2022, translation released February 2023  

-- KONSHU NO KOTOBA --
"CHISHA TOWA SEKEN NO HO YORI
HOKANI BUPPO O OKONAWAZU"
WAGA DOSHI NO SEIJITSUNA KOKEN O
HOKORI TAKAKU KATARI TSUTAEYO!
CHIIKI NO HASHIRA WA KOKO NI TATSU.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
GENZE NI DAIKAHO O MANEKAN KOTO UTAGAI ARU BEKARAZU
(New Gosho Zenshu page 1854, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1530)

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Sunday, 26th March, 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Monday, 27th March Daily EncouragementA

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

Sunday, March 26th, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
The Daishonin asserts,
"Now Nichiren and his followers 

are the 

bodhisattva Never Disparaging."*
By truly believing in 

the Buddha nature of others 

and having conversations 

based on the philosophy of respect 

for human dignity and life,

let's help 

as many people as possible 

to form a connection with Buddhism!

*OTT, page 156

Sunday, March 26th, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"For example, the journey from Kamakura to Kyoto takes twelve days. If you travel for eleven but stop with only one day remaining, how can you admire the moon over the capital?"

(Letter to Niike 

- WND, Vol. 2, page 1027)
Selection Source: One Gosho, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 26th, 2023

Monday, March 27th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The Daishonin writes: 'No one can avoid problems, not even sages or worthies' (WND–1, 681). If we commit to truth and justice, we will encounter difficulties. This is inevitable.

"That's why, no matter what others may say, or how they treat you, just tell yourself: 'This is exactly as the Daishonin teaches. Problems have come up, just as expected. It's time to fight!' Then carry on with determination. Continue boldly along your path, this path, the great path of Soka, dedicated to truth and justice." 

The New Human Revolution - Vol. 28, Great Path 30, translation released February 2023 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"IMA NICHIREN RA NO TAGUI WA
FUKYO NARI" GOSEIKUN.
AITE NO BUSSHO O SHINJINUKU
NINGEN SONKEI NO TAIWA DE
OKIKU BUTSUEN O HIROGEYO!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TATOEBA KAMAKURA YORI KYO E WA JUNINICHI NO MICHI NARI SORE O JUICHINICHI AMARI AYUMI O HAKOBITE IMA ICHINICHI NI NATTE AYUMI O SASHIOKITEWA NANTO SHITE MIYAKO NO TSUKI OBA NAGAME SORO BEKI

(New Gosho Zenshu page 2063, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1440)

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25th March, 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + 26th March Daily Encouragement

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

Saturday, March 25th, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
"The voice carries out 

the work of the Buddha."*
Brimming with vitality and life force,
let's have meaningful conversations 

with pride and confidence!
It's by sincerely speaking 

from the bottom of our hearts
that our voices are sure to

reach our friends' hearts.

*OTT, page 4

Saturday, March 25th,2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"I say all this solely for the sake of the nation, for the sake of the Law, for the sake of others, not for my own sake."

(The Rationale for Writing "On Establishing the Correct Teaching for the Peace of the Land" 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 164)

Selection Source: Ikeda Sensei's guidance, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 25th,2023

Sunday, March 26th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Spreading this philosophy of respect for the dignity of life to one person after another, let's make great fresh strides forwards towards realising happiness and peace, powerfully and brightly illuminating the world.

"What joy it is to engage in lively discussion, and spirited dialogue!

"Together let us cheerfully write, a golden chronicle of shared struggle, of spreading our movement through dialogue, as we each fulfil our noble mission!" 

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Engage in Lively Discussion and Spirited Dialogue, from 26th October, 2022 issue of Seikyo Newspaper, translation released February 2023  

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
"KOE BUTSUJI O NASU" DA.
MANMANTARU SEIMEIRYOKU DE
DODOTO KATARINUKO!
SEIJITSU TO MAGOKORO NO KOTOBA WA
KANARAZU TOMO NO KOKORO NI TODOKU.

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TADA HITOENI KUNI NO TAME HO NO TAME HITO NO TAME NI SHITE MI NO
TAMENI KORE O MOSAZU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 49, 

Gosho Zenshu page 35)

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Fri. 24th March, 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Sat. 25th March Daily Encouragement

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

Friday, March 24th, 2023

-- TO MY FRIENDS --

Let's devote ourselves 

to doing our best

at what we can do right now.

With this attitude,

accumulating 

many small accomplishments

becomes the power 

for our human revolution.

Let's advance with no regrets!

Friday, March 24th, 2023

--- 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 Chapter - OTT, page 214)

Selection Source: Kyō no Hosshin

Seikyo Newspaper 

- Friday, March 24th, 2023

Saturday, March 25th, 2023

---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----

"People may look at you strangely, criticise you or insult you because of your Buddhist practice. But isn't that just what the Lotus Sutra and the Daishonin's writings predict? Therefore, we shouldn't fear such 'worldly troubles' or let them unsettle us." 

The New Human Revolution - Vol. 28, Great Path 29, translation released February 2023 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --

IMA DEKIRU KOTO NI

BEST O TSUKUSU.

SONO TSUMIKASANE GA

NINGEN KAKUMEI NO CHIKARA NI.

KUI NAKU SUSUMŌ!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---

ICHINEN NI OKUGŌ NO SHINRŌ O TSUKUSEBA, HONRAI MUSA NO SANJIN NENNEN NI OKORU NARI. IWAYURU NAMMYŌHŌ-RENGE-KYŌ WA SHŌJINGYŌ NARI.

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1099, 

Gosho Zenshu page 790)

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To My Friends and Daily Gosho 23rd March, 2023 + Daily Encouragement 24th March

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

Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
Life-to-life inspiration 

unlocks the enormous potential
that we each have.
"A single wave" of 

patient steady encouragement 

becomes
"ten thousand waves and more" 

of courage!

Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Those who believe in the Lotus Sutra are as if in winter, but winter always turns to spring."

(Winter Always Turns to Spring 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 535)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 23rd, 2023

Friday, March 24th, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The American poet and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–82) wrote: 'You are to be missionary and carrier of all that is good and noble.' To accomplish this, character and humanity are important, as is the ability to harness the power of words and engage in dialogue.

"Kosen-rufu is a struggle of words. It is a battle fought with words – words of truth and justice that vanquish falsehood and evil, words of wisdom and encouragement that impart the strength to triumph over adversity." 

Our Brilliant Human Revolution, Engage in Lively Discussion and Spirited Dialogue, from 26th October, 2022 issue of Seikyo Newspaper, translation released February 2023  

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
TAMASHII NO SHOKUHATSU NI YOTTE
HITORI HITORI GA MOTSU
OKINA CHIKARA O HIKIDASERU.
JIMICHINA HAGEMASHI NO "IPPA" GA
YUKI NO "BANPA" NI!

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--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
HOKEKYO O SHINZURU HITO WA FUYU NO GOTOSHI FUYU WA KANARAZU HARU TO NARU

(New Gosho Zenshu page 1696, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1253)

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Wed. March 22nd, 2023 To My Friends & Daily Gosho + Thurs. March 23rd Daily Encouragement

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

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023
-- TO MY FRIENDS --
What determines 

the advancement of kosen-rufu 

is everyone's collective capabilities.
Rather than one person 

taking a hundred steps forwards,
it is far more effective and valuable 

that a hundred people take
one step forwards.
Encouraging each and every one 

of our noble fellow members
who all have a unique mission,
let's widely experience dramas 

of extraordinary joy!

Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"It is the heart that is important. No matter how earnestly Nichiren prays for you, if you lack faith, it will be like trying to set fire to wet tinder."

(The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND, Vol. 1, page 1000)
Selection Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, March 22nd, 2023

Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"Buddhist practice may seem difficult and demanding, but it is through our practice and daily Soka Gakkai activities that we savour true happiness.

"Please remember the vitality, fulfilment and joy you experience when you chant daimoku wholeheartedly to introduce a friend to Buddhism and engage them in dialogue. When you take the initiative, Soka Gakkai activities become a source of joy." 

The New Human Revolution - Vol. 28, Great Path 29, translation released February 2023 

-- WAGA TOMO NI OKURU --
KOFU WA SOGORYOKU DE KIMARU.
HITORI NO HYAPPO ZENSHIN YORIMI
HYAKUNIN NO IPPO ZENSHIN O!
TOTOKI SHIMEI NO DOSHI O HAGEMASHI
KANKI NO GEKI O HIROGEYUKO!

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

--- KYO NO GOSHO ---
TADA KOKORO KOSO TAISETSU NARE IKANI NICHIREN INORI MOSUTOMO FUSHIN NARABA NURETARU HOKUCHI NI HI O UCHI KAKURUGA GOTOKU NARU BESHI
(New Gosho Zenshu page 1623, 

Gosho Zenshu page 1192)

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