Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, June 17, 2013
How exhilarating it is to stand tall, walk with a buoyant step and be flexible in one's actions! How attractive to those we meet are our sparkling eyes and vibrant voices! This is the principle of the true entity of all phenomena. Your fresh and vital appearance eloquently attests to the greatness of faith, and you will find that you naturally cultivate a sphere of friendship and understanding among those around you.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, June 17, 2013
The nation may be devastated by the superior strength of the Mongols, but the slander of the correct teaching will cease almost entirely. Defeat would be like a moxa cautery, which cures disease, or like acupuncture, which relieves pain. Both are painful at the moment, but bring happiness later.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 618
Many in Body, One in Mind
Written to the lay priest Takahashi on August 6, year unknown
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, June 17, 2013
When we interact with others with true sincerity, the other person will more often than not come to respect and value our own character. And this is all the more so when our actions are based on prayer.
Conversely, holding others in contempt only leads to being held in contempt oneself: One whose life is tainted by feelings of hate toward others will come to be reviled by others.
Let us open the path to mutual respect and harmonious coexistence so as to bring an end to this vicious circle that has long been part of human destiny.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (19 May 1950) p.23
Right now I'm concentrating on public relations as Mr. Toda's advance guard. Public relations is a trying task, but it will let us test our abilities to the utmost.
National politics also demands wise and capable diplomats.
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Diplomacy is necessary to individuals, families, society and the nation.
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Only through diplomacy can we be schooled in courage, wisdom and sincerity.
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