Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Thursday, June 13, 2013
It all comes down to hope. If we SGI members advance with hope and buoyant spirits, then we have nothing to fear in either the present or the future. The Law will continue to spread as long as those who uphold it remain vigorous and well.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, June 13, 2013
When an evil ruler in consort with priests of erroneous teachings tries to destroy the correct teaching and do away with a man of wisdom, those with the heart of a lion king are sure to attain Buddhahood. Like Nichiren, for example. I say this not out of arrogance but because I am deeply committed to the correct teaching.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 302
Letter to Sado
Written to Toki Jonin on March 20, 1272
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Thursday, June 13, 2013
No one can escape death. Precisely because of this, when people resolve to live at each instant with all their might, to make the present moment shine by living true to themselves and leading truly humane existences, they can summon forth immense strength. At the same time, they can manifest a considerate spirit toward others. Herein lies the Middle Way. Buddhism is the philosophy that teaches this essential way of life.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (15 May 1950) p.21
A mind that perceives life to be as vast as the universe. A heart that pursues eternal beauty. Unshakable conviction that glows like red-hot iron. I shall strive to acquire them all. To serve humanity and the world. To love and guide the nation.
Let people laugh if they wish to. Let them rage if they so desire. Their abuse means nothing.
What matters is to carry out the true practice of Buddhism. That demands unusual effort. Those efforts, moreover, will surely lead to the great way of happiness.
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