The moment we assume the attitude “There’s no need to continue making effort; I can just take it easy and relax; I don’t need to expand my activities or challenge myself any further”— from that instant, our downhill decline begins.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 188
Daisaku Ikeda
The Daishonin declares, “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the greatest of all joys” (OTT, 212). I hope all of you will savor the truth of these words deep in your lives and show vibrant actual proof of that joy. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 25
Daisaku Ikeda
Please magnificently adorn this precious life with beautiful faith and beautiful friendship. Live out your days spreading the sublime diamond-like light of life far and wide and demonstrating the truth of the teachings and principles of Nichiren Buddhism.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 186
Daisaku Ikeda