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In particular, we mustn’t be afraid to speak to others about what we know to be right. The Daishonin instructs, “You must act and speak without the least servility” (WND-1, 824). The confidence to share the true greatness of the Mystic Law is the spirit of propagation in Nichiren Buddhism, the Soka Gakkai spirit, and the spirit of kosen-rufu. Our members’ proud conviction made our organization what it is today.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 239

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The Buddha does not stop simply at relieving suffering but teaches people the correct way of life and calls on them to transform their inner state of being and actually attain happiness. Shakubuku is none other than this compassionate practice of “removing suffering and imparting joy.”
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 254

Daisaku Ikeda

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Aligning our hearts with our mentor and deepening our determination to advance kosen-rufu are key to achieving solid unity in the spirit of “many in body, one in mind.” It is through such unity that we can activate the true brilliant power of the Mystic Law.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 218

Daisaku Ikeda