Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, February 1, 2016
Buddhism teaches that one characteristic of a bodhisattva is being able to perceive the world's sounds. The insight needed to correctly discern and grasp developments in society and the times - even to anticipate them before they happen, is indispensable.
From The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, February 1, 2016
If I remain silent, I may escape persecutions in this lifetime, but in my next life I will most certainly fall into the hell of incessant suffering. If I speak out, I am fully aware that I will have to contend with the three obstacles and four devils. But of these two courses, surely the latter is the one to choose.
The Opening of the Eyes
Written to Shijo Kingo in February 1272
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Monday, February 1, 2016
While controlling your mind, which is at once both extremely subtle and solemnly profound, you should strive to elevate your faith with freshness and vigour. When you do so, both your life and your surroundings will open wide before you and every action you take will become a source of benefit. Understanding the subtle workings of one's mind is the key to faith and attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (21 February 1951) p.91
Fight again today, in high spirits!
Today gain, advance vigorously!
I am young. Still young.
Spring - spring will soon arrive, a season aglow with hope. My passion and great conviction will grow like the trees and grass.
Spring - spring reminds us of the joy of living. Ultimately, I believe in the Gohonzon - the profound, eternally unchanging truth. Also myself. Because the self is the subjective reality, my comrades in faith who represent the environment will follow powerfully and boldly.
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