Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Sunday, October 18, 2015
A victor is one whose life shines with faith. Emerson, one of the favourite writers of my youth, once said, "That which befits us...is cheerfulness and courage, and the endeavour to realize our aspirations." To advance toward our dreams cheerfully, to courageously work toward achieving them - this is what gives sublime meaning and value to our lives.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, October 18, 2015
Without exception, all these Buddhas, bodhisattvas, great sages, and, in general, all the various beings of the two worlds and the eight groups who appear in the "Introduction" chapter of the Lotus Sutra dwell in the Gohonzon. Illuminated by light of the five characters of the Mystic Law, they display the dignified attributes they inherently possess. This is the object of devotion.
The Real Aspect of the Gohonzon
Written to Nichinyo on August 23, 1277
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Sunday, October 18, 2015
Such things as money, fame, and material possessions offer a fleeting satisfaction, something that can be called relative happiness. However, when we transform our lives internally, when we develop within ourselves a brilliant inner palace, then we can be said to have established absolute happiness. If we develop a state of mind as vast and resplendent as a magnificent palace, then nothing - no matter where we go or what we may encounter in life can undermine or destroy our happiness.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (29 August 1950) p.44
Mr. Toda told me, "I'm depending on you." Powerful and encouraging words. Delighted that he trusts me and expects more from me than from anyone else. In response to his encouragement, I will sound again the bell of the century. Let those who wish to leave him, leave.
Must become a young hero, a young warrior. I will carry out Mr Toda's will.
My handwriting has become completely illegible. It seems I can't stop scribbling.
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