“Goodness” can be defined as that which moves us in the direction of harmonious coexistence, empathy, and solidarity with others. The nature of evil, on the other hand, is to divide: people from people, humanity from the rest of nature.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 119
Daisaku Ikeda
Buddhism teaches that earthly desires lead to enlightenment. This means the greater our worries and sufferings, the greater the happiness we can transform them into through the power of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 168
Daisaku Ikeda
Many people seek success and importance in the eyes of the world, but few aspire to become truly great human beings. Many wish to be showered with praise and attention, but few strive to build an inner happiness that will remain undiminished until the moment of their death and extend throughout the three existences of past, present, and future.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 157
Daisaku Ikeda