Daily Encouragement - 27 July 2011

Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, July 27, 2011   Buddhism is found in the reality of society and daily life. Because Buddhism is in no way separate from this reality, we must strive through our actions and behaviour to be exemplary models for others.       From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Wednesday, July 27, 2011   Since childhood, I, Nichiren, have never prayed for the secular things of this life but have single-mindedly sought to become a Buddha. Of late, however, I have been ceaselessly praying for your sake to the Lotus Sutra, Shakyamuni Buddha and the god of the sun, for I am convinced that you are a person who can inherit the soul of the Lotus Sutra.   The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 839 The Hero of the World Written to Shijo Kingo in 1277      Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, July 27, 2011   The brilliance of true humanity lies in surmounting feelings of envy with the resolute attitude "I'll create an even more wonderful life for myself." If you are jealous of others, you will not advance; you will only become miserable. Please do not be defeated or consumed by such emotions.     Sensei on Leadership - Words of Wisdom   Greatness as a human being is not determined by educational background or social position. A truly great person is one who can be a friend to those in suffering, pain and misery.