Daily Quote

Posted on May 12, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

Only by overcoming life’s problems and obstacles can we become truly strong. If everything always goes smoothly, we will grow complacent and be unable to build a solid foundation for our lives. Only by experiencing suffering ourselves can we understand the suffering of others and deepen our compassion.

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Daily Encouragement

Posted on May 11, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

Nichiren urges us to earnestly chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, even just once or twice, stressing that if we do so we will definitely attain enlightenment. Now some might immediately think: “All right! I’ll just put faith aside and take it easy, then embrace faith seriously a year before I die.” But Nichiren’s words in this instance are meant to spur his followers to devote greater efforts to their Buddhist practice, emphasizing the beneficial power of chanting even a single daimoku. The correct way to read the Gosho is to always interpret Nichiren’s words from the standpoint of strengthening our faith.

Daily Quote

Posted on May 11, 2016 by SGI-USA Austin

Everything begins with the resolve to take the first step. From that action, wisdom arises and change begins. Without action, nothing changes.

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