Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, May 6, 2013
We have both a weak self and a strong self; the two are completely different. If we allow our weak side to dominate, we will be defeated. The thought,"I am still young and have a lot of time, so I can relax and take life easy" is a function of our own weakness.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, May 6, 2013
How does the mirror of the Lotus Sutra portray the people who, in the evil world of the latter age, believe in the teachings of the Lotus Sutra just as they are set forth in the sutra? Shakyamuni Buddha has left us words from his golden mouth revealing that such people have already made offerings to a hundred thousand million Buddhas in their past existences.
The Proof of the Lotus Sutra
Written to Nanjo Tokimitsu on February 28, 1282
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, May 6, 2013
Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the foundation of Nichiren Buddhism. When we chant sonorously, the sun rises in our hearts. We are filled with power. Compassion wells forth. Our lives are lit with joy. Our wisdom shines. All Buddhas and protective forces throughout the universe go to work on our behalf. Life becomes exhilarating. .
Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (01 June 1949) p.3
"To lie is the basest act in life." But in reality, all live under false pretences, and truth is lost to expediency. How pitiful! Must remember to think seriously about my own future and carry through the supreme mission throughout my life.
The road to hell and the gallant road of a significant and truthful life are both at the feet of youth.
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