In the course of this long journey, it is only natural that we should meet with obstacles and difficulties from time to time. If we have hardships to overcome, we can grow and savor exhilarating joy once we surmount them. And when we strive with courageous, pure-hearted faith, all difficulties are transformed into a source of benefit and good fortune, becoming springboards for creating an even brighter future.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 29

Daisaku Ikeda

But so much misery and suffering still remain on our planet. The world is growing more chaotic and confused. The endless journey of the Bodhisattvas of the Earth continues— for the sake of peace and happiness for humanity. Therefore, please lead long, healthy, vigorous lives. The world is awaiting your smiling faces. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 46

Daisaku Ikeda

Everywhere I went during that first trip to the United States, I urged members to transform where they were into a Land of Eternally Tranquil Light, and I assured them that as long as they upheld faith in the Mystic Law, which enables us to change poison into medicine, they were certain to become happy. With tears shining in their eyes, many of them proclaimed: “I won’t be defeated!” “I’ll keep challenging myself!” I held discussion meetings wherever I went and engaged in frank heart-to-heart dialogues. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 26

Daisaku Ikeda