Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Friday, August 14, 2015
The German author Hermann Hesse (1877-1962) writes that the more one matures, the younger one grows. And certainly there are many people who, as they age, become increasingly vigorous and energetic, more broad-minded and tolerant, living with a greater sense of freedom and assurance. It is important to remember that aging and growing old are not necessarily the same thing.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, August 14, 2015
Let us openly and clearly outline the virtues of Myoho-renge-kyo! Just as poisonous compounds are changed into medicine, so these five characters of Myoho-renge-kyo change evil into good.
White Horses and White Swans
Written to the lady of Utubusa on August 14, 1280
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Friday, August 14, 2015
In Nichiren Buddhism, we are encouraged to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo for the happiness of those who - for whatever reason - displease, anger or even hurt us. Often this is not easy. But, inevitably, we come to see the better side of most people.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (03 January 1950 p18)
Rested all morning. All alone and tired. I wish I'd visited my parents.
I'm concerned about my mother.
Read in the afternoon. Spent the evening talking with some friends.
Work starts again tomorrow.
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