Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Youth means to cherish hope, it is a time of development. Youth means to challenge oneself; it is a time of construction. Youth means to fight for justice, it is a time of action.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
More valuable than treasures in a storehouse are the treasures of the body, and the treasures of the heart are the most valuable of all. From the time you read this letter on, strive to accumulate the treasures of the heart!"
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 851
The three Kinds of Treasure
Written to Shijo Kingo on September 11, 1277
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Neither the pure land nor hell exists outside oneself; both lie only within one's own heart. Awakened to this, one is called a Buddha; deluded about it, one is called an ordinary person. The Lotus Sutra reveals this truth, and one who embraces the Lotus Sutra will realize that hell is itself the Land of Tranquil Light - Nichiren
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (19 October 1950) p.55
Few people prove reliable in a crucial moment. Most turn out to be selfish. It is, however, a matter of utmost joy that I have found the Mystic Law, as well as a teacher, who observe my actions.
Mentally sluggish all day.
Tomorrow, must strive for further development.
I will not rely on any of my fellow employees but display my own ability and do my best.
Who is strong when standing alone is a true hero.
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