Buddhism concerns itself with winning. When we battle a powerful enemy, either we will triumph or we will be defeated, there is no middle ground. Battling against life's negative functions is an indivisible part of Buddhism. It is by being victorious in this struggle that we become Buddhas. We have to win. Moreover, Buddhism ensures that we can definitely do so.
From The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
May 4, 2020
The most important thing in practicing the Buddhist teachings is to follow and uphold the Buddha's golden words, not the opinions of others.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 393
On Practicing the Buddha's Teachings
Written to all followers in May 1273
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
May 4, 2020
What Buddhism terms good friends are sincere, honest people without a trace of deceit who guide others toward the correct path, toward good. It also refers to people who lend their assistance or support to us so that we can practice Buddhism with full assurance. If you become close to a person who makes you feel "that person is always glowing and animated" or "When I'm with that person I feel strong and secure," then your faith will naturally deepen, and you will develop bountiful wisdom. In carrying out this Buddhist practice, encountering good friends is the key to obtaining Buddhahood.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (04 October 1953) p.145
Home at 11:00. It is natural young pioneers are seldom at home – we are working to construct our happiness. Nothing - not the earth, the sun's flames, the cells of our bodies or the growth of plants – is ever stagnant. Our guidance and faith toward realizing kosen-rufu must also never cease.
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