Daisaku Ikeda
November 16, 2023
Nichiren Daishonin encourages us to
“respect one another as [we would a Buddha].”(*)
Let’s wholeheartedly praise one another
for our dedicated efforts.
Flowers of benefit bloom magnificently
for those who help to create a solidarity
in which everyone is respected.
(*)”The Fourteen Slanders,” (WND-I, p. 757)
Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Daisaku Ikeda
November 15, 2023
Passing down the legacy of
our faith is the foundation of
the flourishing of the family and
the path to the eternal perpetuation
of kosen-rufu.
Let’s all encourage and nurture our
treasured Future Division friends!
Note: The Future Division comprises young people from approx. 5 to 18 years of age.
Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.
Daisaku Ikeda
November 14, 2023
“[When Nichiren and his followers recite Nam-myoho-renge-kyo], they are burning the firewood of earthly desires, summoning up the wisdom fire of bodhi or enlightenment.”(*)The more we challenge our worries and problems, the more we are able to develop a profound life condition.Let’s base our lives on chanting daimoku with an indomitable spirit! (*) OTT, 11
Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the SeikyoShimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.