The essence of the teachings of Buddhism is simple: treasure each person. A Buddha is one who strives and works tirelessly for the happiness of every individual.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 239
Daisaku Ikeda
What was Mr. Makiguchi’s lifelong aim, his purpose? What did he strive to accomplish? To enlighten the people, to make them wise. He sought to help them cultivate their own wisdom so that they could use it to become happy.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 254 Tsunesaburo Makiguchi’s Birthday (1871)
Daisaku Ikeda
Because the Mystic Law is the source of the life force and wisdom for overcoming life’s difficulties, the Daishonin states that there is no greater happiness than chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 6
Daisaku Ikeda