A capable person is a person of character. Consideration for others, tolerance, self-discipline, and a commitment to truth and justice are just some of the qualities that mark an excellent character, the most priceless possession of a human being. Developing character requires spiritual struggle. It means forging your spirit by challenging your weaknesses and overcoming hardship after hardship.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 196
Daisaku Ikeda
I also was alone in supporting Mr. Toda. As his disciple, I did everything I possibly could to assist him. The Soka Gakkai tradition of making February a month of renewed efforts to share Nichiren Buddhism all began from my determination to respond to my mentor.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 228
Daisaku Ikeda
Nichiren Buddhism. Faith enables us to manifest the Gohonzon that exists within us; it allows us to bring forth the diamond-like state of the Buddha and make it shine brightly. Within the depths of our lives, we each inherently possess boundless life force and a wellspring of infinite wisdom. Faith allows us to freely tap that inner life force and wisdom.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 61
Daisaku Ikeda