Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
When parents exert themselves in the way of faith, they can lead their children to happiness without fail. Likewise, the attainment of Buddhahood of the child guarantees the attainment of Buddhahood of the parents. One lighthouse illuminates the way for many ships to steer a course safely through uncertain waters. In the same way, people with strong and committed faith shine as beacons of hope for their family and relatives.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
In the end it is nothing other than the loving kindness with which the woman cares for her child that makes the difference. Her concern concentrates on one thing just like the Buddhist practice of concentration. She thinks of nothing but her child, which is similar to Buddhist compassion. That must be why, although she created no other causes to bring it about, she was reborn in the Brahma heaven.
Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 283
The Opening of the Eyes
The Opening of the Eyes
Written to Shijo Kingo in February 1272
Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (1954) p.177
Want to live powerfully and righteously throughout my life – to become respected and trusted by the people of society. If I cannot accomplish this, I would like to be recognized by history after I die. No, I think I would rather be a true disciple whose actions are recognized by the Mystic Law and who is praised by the Daishonin. Should this not be my ultimate perspective on life?
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