October 2, 2026
Nothing is more precious than peace. Nothing brings more happiness. Peace is the most basic starting point for the advancement of humankind. October 2, 1960. Shin’ichi Yamamoto was thirty-two years old. With a passionate resolve for peace burning in his heart, he set out on a worldwide journey. From The New Human Revolution, vol 1, p. 1
SGI World Peace Day (1960)
Daisaku Ikeda
October 1, 2026
Observing many leaders, I have come to the conclusion that those who have dedicated themselves to offering personal guidance to members never give up their practice. I think this is because giving guidance—though hard, unglamorous, and inconspicuous work that requires a great deal of patience—truly deepens one’s faith.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 100-01
Daisaku Ikeda