31st Aug. 2026 Monday Daily Gosho + 1st Sep. Tuesday Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Monday, August 31st, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"It is the heart that is important."

(The Strategy of the Lotus Sutra 

- WND-l, page 1000)
Source: Tsukizuki Hibini, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 31st, 2026

Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"Some mothers tend to nag, being abrupt and confrontational. They may say things like: ‘Don’t you have a test tomorrow? Did you chant daimoku? Your grades aren’t improving because you’re not chanting!’ This is far from compassionate. Anyone would rebel against such an approach.”

“People are emotional beings. Rather than pressuring or ordering your children around, it’s important to speak wisely and compassionately. For example, you could say: ‘You are free to choose how you want to lead your life. But life is unpredictable, and you never know what might happen. There is one valuable treasure I can share with you to help you navigate your journey. That treasure is faith in Nichiren Buddhism. No matter your challenges, faith will enable you to summon the strength to never let them defeat you. If you face difficulties, just chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and you will surely overcome them. That’s all I ask you to remember.’ If you say it that way, your children will naturally think: ‘That makes sense.’

“Likewise, if your partner doesn’t practise, you could try saying: ‘I want to share a lifetime of love and happiness with you. That’s why I practice Nichiren Buddhism and why I encourage you to do so as well.’”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 63, SGI Newsletter 11750, translation released 25th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
KOKORO KOSO TAISETSU NARE

New Gosho Zenshu page 1623
Gosho Zenshu page 1192

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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Sun. 30th Aug. 2026 Daily Gosho + Mon. 31st Aug. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Sunday, August 30th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"Words echo the thoughts of the mind and find expression through the voice."

(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-lI, page 843)
Source: Light Up! — 

Illuminating Our Times 

   with Buddhist Thought,
Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 30th, 2026

Monday, August 31st, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"If just one person in a family has exemplary faith, they can lead the entire family to happiness. Faith should never be a cause for family conflict.

“For example, some of you may have children who don’t practise. Of course, you may sometimes need to be firm with them, but your words and actions must come from a place of deep love. We encourage our children to practise for their happiness. But often the conflicts over faith I hear about, arise because the individuals who urge their families to practise, do so, for their own sake, becoming quite emotional.

“Your care and concern for your children will definitely reach them some day. The time will come when they understand your heart and will decide to try practising themselves. There is no need to rush.”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 62, SGI Newsletter 11749, translation released 25th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
KOTOBA TO IUWA KOKORO NO OMOI O HIBIKASHITE KOE O ARAWASU O IU NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 713
Gosho Zenshu page 563

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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SATURDAY, Aug. 29th 2026 Daily Gosho + SUNDAY, Aug. 30th Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Saturday, August 29th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"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-l, page 637)
Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 29th, 2026

Sunday, August 30th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"All manner of trials await us in life. By rousing our faith and confronting and challenging those hardships head-on, we can develop and strengthen ourselves. Through this process, we do our human revolution." 

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 62, SGI Newsletter 11749, translation released 25th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
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 SHANSHO SHIMA TO MOSU SAWARI IDEKITAREBA KENJA WA YOROKOBI GUSHA WA SHIRIZOKU KORE NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1488
Gosho Zenshu page 1091

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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Aug. 28th 2026 Friday, Daily Gosho + Aug. 29th Saturday, Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Friday, August 28th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"When with our mouths we chant the Mystic Law, our Buddha nature, being summoned, will invariably emerge."

(How Those Initially Aspiring to the Way 

Can Attain Buddhahood through
the Lotus Sutra)
Source: Tsukizuki Hibini, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 28th, 2026

Saturday, August 29th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"Our lives are invariably supported by others. To truly encourage and uplift another, it’s important to also praise and encourage those who support them."

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 61, SGI Newsletter 11745, translation released 18th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
KUCHI NI MYOHO O YOBI TATEMATSUREBA WAGAMI NO BUSSHO MO YOBARETE KANARAZU ARAWARE TAMO

New Gosho Zenshu page 704
Gosho Zenshu page 557

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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Thursday, Aug. 27th 2026 Daily Gosho + Friday, Aug. 28th Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Thursday, August 27th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"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-l, page 386)
Source: Zadankai, Seikyo Newspaper, 

August 27th, 2026

Friday, August 28th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"I’m determined to give my all for kosen-rufu and my fellow members. That’s the role of a leader, isn’t it?”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 59, SGI Newsletter 11743, translation released 18th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
GYOGAKU NO NIDO O HAGEMI SORO BESHI GYOGAKU TAENABA BUPPO WA ARU BEKARAZU WARE MO ITASHI HITO OMO KYOKE SORAE GYOGAKU WA SHINJIN YORI OKORU BEKU SORO CHIKARA ARABA ICHIMON IKKU NARITOMO KATARASE TAMO BESHI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1793
Gosho Zenshu page 1361

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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26th Aug. 2026 Wed. Daily Gosho & 27th Aug. Thurs. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
-- 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-l, page 345)
Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, August 26th, 2026

--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

“Nichiren Daishonin inscribed the Gohonzon so that we could savour deep joy by transforming earthly desires into enlightenment, the sufferings of birth and death into nirvana, and a life racked by the inescapable hardships of the human condition into one of eternity, happiness, true self, and purity. In other words, the Gohonzon serves as the axis for transforming delusion and suffering, and chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the impetus. When we face adversity, however, we often fall into despair, thinking the situation hopeless and allowing our faith to waver. This is because we have let external conditions sway us, and our fundamental focus is no longer on the Gohonzon.

“When we align our lives with the Gohonzon, we can surmount any hardship without fail. The essence of faith lies in facing the Gohonzon and chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, no matter what happens. Faith based on the Gohonzon, genuine faith in Nichiren Buddhism, is maintaining this spirit in all situations—whether we are suffering, sad or happy.

“When we do this, there is no way the Gohonzon will fail to respond. Powerful life force and profound wisdom will undoubtedly well up within and enable us to overcome any difficulty. Always keeping our faith focused on the Gohonzon is the key to ‘enjoying peace and security in [the] present existence and good circumstances in future existences’ (LSOC5, 136).

“We often speak of putting down the roots of faith, but this means persevering in faith whatever happens.”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 58, SGI Newsletter 11738, translation released 12th Feb. 2025

Thursday, August 27th, 2026

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
DAICHI WA SASABA HAZURURU TOMO OZORA O TSUNAGU MONO WA ARITOMO SHIO NO MICHIHINU KOTO WA ARITOMO HI WA NISHI YORI IZURU TOMO HOKEKYO NO GYOJA NO INORI NO KANAWANU KOTO WA ARU BEKARAZU

New Gosho Zenshu page 592
Gosho Zenshu page 1351

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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25.8.2026 Tues. Daily Gosho + 26.8. Wed. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
“The character myo 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-l  page 145)
Source: Suntetsu
Seikyo Newspaper: Aug. 25th, 2026

Wednesday, Aug 26th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"Faith comes down to basing ourselves on the Gohonzon. So, what does it mean to live our lives this way?

“Life is unpredictable. It doesn’t always go smoothly; there are many ups and downs. Life is a struggle. In a certain sense, we can see it as a continuous series of challenges: illness, accidents, financial difficulties, interpersonal relationship problems, and even suffering because of our children. But Nichiren Buddhism teaches that ‘earthly desires lead to enlightenment’ and the ‘sufferings of birth and death lead to nirvana.’ No matter our doubts or struggles, we must never forget these principles.

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 58, SGI Newsletter 11738, translation released 12th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO—
MYO TO MOSU KOTO WA, KAI TO YU KOTO NARI.  SEKEN NI, TAKARA O TSUMERU KURA NI KAGI NAKEREBA, HIRAKU KOTO KATASHI.  HIRAKAZAREBA, KURANO UCHI TAKARA O MIZU.

New Gosho Zenshu page 536,
Gosho Zenshu page 943

And the Japanese kanji for
Tsukizuki Hibini
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Daily Gosho 24th Aug. 2026 Monday & Daily Encouragement 25th Aug. Tuesday

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Monday, August 24th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"Ultimately, all phenomena are contained within one’s life, down to the last particle of dust. The nine mountains and the eight seas are encompassed in one’s body, and the sun, moon, and myriad stars are found in one’s life."

(The Mongol Envoys

 - WND-l, page 629)
Source: Learning Buddhism, 

Seikyo Newspaper, August 24th, 2026

Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"Life is filled with memorable events and turning-point encounters. Those who cherish them as treasures of the heart are strong. They are unbeatable. This is because, no matter their challenges, they have a source of inspiration to return to."

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 57, SGI Newsletter 11737, translation released 12th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
SENZURU TOKORO BANPO WA KOSHIN NI OSAMATTE ICHIJIN MO KAKEZU KUSEN HAKKAI MO WAGAMI NI SONAWATTE NICHIGATSU SHUSHO MO KOSHIN NI ARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1947
Gosho Zenshu page 1473

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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Sun. Aug. 23rd 2026 Daily Gosho + Mon. Aug. 24th Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"A sword is useless in the hands of a coward. The mighty sword of the Lotus Sutra must be wielded by one courageous in faith. Then one will be as strong as a demon armed with an iron staff."

(Reply to Kyō’ō

 - WND-l, page 412)
Source: One Gosho, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 23rd, 2026

Monday, August 24th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
“A vow is a seed for future happiness."

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 56, SGI Newsletter 11736, translation released 12th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
TSURUGI NANDOMO SUSUMAZARU HITO NO TAME NIWA MOCHIIRU KOTO NASHI HOKEKYO NO TSURUGI WA SHINJIN NO KENAGENARU HITO KOSO MOCHIIRU KOTO NARE ONI NI KANABO TARU BESHI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1633
Gosho Zenshu page 1124

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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Aug. 22, 2026 Sat. Daily Gosho + Aug. 23, Sun. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"The sutra known as the Lotus Sutra is good medicine for the various ills of body and mind."

(On the Importance of the 

“Expedient Means” and 

“Life Span” Chapters -
WND-Il, page 747)
Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 22nd, 2026

Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

Kosen-rufu expands when we take a fresh step forwards and meet new people. When one person stands up with a burning sense of mission, that flame will spread rapidly from one person to the next.

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 55, SGI Newsletter 11734, translation released 4th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
HOKEKYO TO MOSU ONKYO WA SHINSHIN NO SHOBYO NO ROYAKU NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1372
Gosho Zenshu page 1015

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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21st Aug. 2026 Fri. Daily Gosho + 22nd Aug. Sat. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Friday, August 21st, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"Today there are people who have faith in the Lotus Sutra. The belief of some is like fire while that of others is like water. When the former listen to the teachings, their passion flares up like fire, but as time goes on, they tend to discard their faith. To have faith like water means to believe continuously without ever regressing."

(The Two Kinds of Faith 

- WND-l, page 899)
Source: Kyo no Hosshin, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 21st, 2026

Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"Families are key threads in the fabric of society. Members’ close, warm and bright families themselves serve as wonderful proof of the power of Nichiren Buddhism. They shine as beacons in their communities, lighting the way to happiness.

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 55, SGI Newsletter 11734, translation released 4th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
SOMOSOMO IMA NO TOKI HOKEKYO O SHINZURU HITO ARI ARUIWA HI NO GOTOKU SHINZURU HITO MO ARI ARUIWA MIZU NO GOTOKU SHINZURU HITO MO ARI CHOMON SURU TOKI WA MOETATSU BAKARI OMOEDOMO TOZAKARINUREBA SUTSURU KOKORO ARI MIZU NO GOTOKUTO MOSUWA ITSUMO TAISEZU SHINZURU NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1871
Gosho Zenshu page 1544

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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THURSDAY, Aug. 20th 2026 Daily Gosho + FRIDAY, Aug. 21st Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Thursday, August 20th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"When he was alive, he was a Buddha in life, and now he is a Buddha in death. He is a Buddha in both life and death."

(Hell Is the Land of Tranquil Light 

- WND-l, page 456)
Source: Living with Gosho, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 20th, 2026

Friday, August 21st, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"Thanks to everyone’s tireless efforts, the Soka Gakkai has grown tremendously and become an organisation with great social responsibility. Naturally, as a result, our movement will undergo significant changes. This itself is proof that the Soka Gakkai is a living religion evolving with the people and the times.

“For instance, if we were to liken the Soka Gakkai in the early days to a motorboat, then today, it’s like a large tanker. If a tanker were to speed through a harbour, it would create massive waves that violently rock the smaller boats. It stands to reason that it has to move calmly and with utmost care, always mindful of those around it. Therefore, in our haste to advance, we mustn’t ignore social norms. I hope our organisation will respect its social responsibility more than any other group. I ask the same of all of you. This is fundamental in considering the Soka Gakkai’s long-term future direction.

“Additionally, it will become increasingly important for members to strengthen their families, solidify their personal foundations, and lay down deep roots of trust within their communities.”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 55, SGI Newsletter 11734, translation released 4th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
IKITE OWASHIKI TOKI WA SHO NO HOTOKE IMA WA SHI NO HOTOKE SHOJI TOMONI HOTOKE NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1832
Gosho Zenshu page 1504

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Tsukizuki Hibini 

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19th Aug. 2026 Daily Gosho + 20th Aug. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
 -- DAILY GOSHO --
"If we examine the nature of Myoho-renge-kyo, we see that the treasure towers are none other than all living beings, and all living beings are none other than the complete entities of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo."

(All the Twenty-eight Chapters 

of the Lotus Sutra are 

Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, 

The Emergence of the 

Treasure Tower chapter 

- OTT, page 230)
Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 19th, 2026

Thursday, August 20th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"Having a youthful spirit, no matter your age—this is the Soka Gakkai spirit. It is a spirit of ‘everlasting youth’!”

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 54, SGI Newsletter 11733, translation released 3rd Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
MYOHORENGEKYO O MIREBA HOTO SUNAWACHI ISSAI SHUJO ISSAI SHUJO SUNAWACHI NANMYOHORENGEKYO NO ZENTAI NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1111
Gosho Zenshu page 797

And the Japanese kanji for 

Tsukizuki Hibini on 

Seikyo Shinbun's web-site

https://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/

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18.08.2026 Tues. Daily Gosho + 19.08. Wed. Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, when possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
“Would any Buddha, then, abandon a person who embraces the very sutra through which that Buddha attained enlightenment?"

("Letter to Horen"
WND-l  page 517)
Source: Suntetsu
Seikyo Newspaper: Aug. 18th, 2026

Wednesday, Aug 19th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

"We should demonstrate the truth of Nichiren Buddhism and the correctness of the Soka Gakkai’s faith through how we live our lives.

“Seeing seniors hold fast to their youthful convictions and continue to dedicate themselves joyfully to kosen-rufu into their 70s, 80s, and 90s inspires their juniors. It reassures them that faith in Nichiren Buddhism is authentic, a belief they can embrace throughout their lives without regrets.

“On the other hand, there are some leaders who once put on a good show but eventually stopped participating in activities altogether. How disheartening this must be for younger members. Senior members have a great responsibility. That’s why it’s so important to persevere in faith all your life. I’m counting on you."

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 54, SGI Newsletter 11733, translation released 3rd Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO—
WAGA TOKUDO NARISHI KYO O TAMOTSU HITO O SUTE TAMO HOTOKE ARUBESHIYA.

New Gosho Zenshu page 1426,
Gosho Zenshu page 1050

And the Japanese kanji for
Tsukizuki Hibini
on Seikyo Shinbun's website
https://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/

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Mon. Aug. 17th 2026 Daily Gosho + Tues. Aug. 18th Daily Encouragement

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Monday, August 17th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"Be that as it may, one should understand that, at present, when it comes to teachers, there is a difference between correct teachers and erroneous teachers, between good teachers and bad teachers. One should shun those who are erroneous or evil, and associate with those who are correct and good."

(Reply to Sairen-bō 

- WND-l, page 310)
Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 17th, 2026

Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---
"President Ikeda devoted his entire life to fulfilling the vow forged through his profound encounter with his mentor, Josei Toda. Now, as August 24th—the day on which President Ikeda embarked on his journey of oneness with his mentor— approaches, let each of us commemorate it by taking on a personal challenge of our own!”

Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada's editorial, A Summer to Reaffirm the Vows of Youth, SGI Newsletter 12061, July 23rd 2026, August 2026 issue of Daibyaku-renge.  

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
SHIKARUNI KONJI WA SHI NI OITE SHOSHI JASHI ZENSHI AKUSHI NO FUDO ARUKOTO O SHITTE JAAKU NO SHI O ONRI SHI SHOZEN NO SHI NI SHINGON SUBEKI NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1780
Gosho Zenshu page 1340

And the Japanese kanji for 

Tsukizuki Hibini 

on Seikyo Shinbun’s website
https://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/

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Daily Gosho, Sunday Aug. 16th 2026 plus Daily Encouragement, Monday Aug. 17th

Daily Gosho & Encouragement, both using, where possible, the latest official translations, all quotes are from Nichiren Daishonin or Ikeda Sensei unless otherwise stated…

Sunday, August 16th, 2026
-- DAILY GOSHO --
"One who is thoroughly awakened to the nature of good and evil from their roots to their branches and leaves is called a Buddha."

(The Kalpa of Decrease 

- WND-l, page 1121)
Source: Suntetsu, 

Seikyo Newspaper, Aug. 16th, 2026

Monday, August 17th, 2026
--- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ---

“When people’s faith becomes stagnant and routine, their dedication wanes and they end up just pretending to be working hard. Then, no matter their leadership position, they will lose their joy of faith and ability to inspire others.

“We triumphed in the Osaka Campaign 22 years ago because everyone was completely earnest. That’s why they brimmed with joy, benefits, and conviction, and were able to achieve a jubilant victory." 

The New Human Revolution—Vol.29, Eternal Joy instalment 53, SGI Newsletter 11732, translation released 4th Feb. 2025

-- KYO NO GOSHO --
ZEN AKU NO KONPON SHIYO O SATORI KIWAMETARU O HOTOKE TOWA MOSU NARI

New Gosho Zenshu page 1968
Gosho Zenshu page 1466

And the Japanese kanji for 

Tsukizuki Hibini 

on Seikyo Shinbun’s website
https://www.seikyoonline.com/news/wagatomo/

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