Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
May 8, 2021
No one is more wonderful than a mother. And there is nothing more noble than a mother's heart. I hope you will all treasure your mothers. Truly praiseworthy are those who have a sense of gratitude and appreciation toward their parents. The Buddhist sutras teach that the practice of Buddhism is the ultimate expression of devotion to one's parents, and the Buddha excels in such dedication and concern.
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
May 8, 2021
The master of the house in private treated us with compassion. Though outwardly he appeared to be fearful of the authorities, at heart he had great pity for us, something that I will never forget in any future lifetime. At that time, he meant more to me than the very parents who gave me birth. However great the obligations I incurred to him, I must endeavour to repay them. Even more, I must not fail to do what I had promised him.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 529
Letter to the Lay Priest Ichinosawa
Written to the wife of the lay priest Ichinosawa on May 8, 1275
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Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
May 8, 2021
Wildflowers are neither vain nor haughty, neither jealous nor servile. Living in accord with their unique mission, characterizing the Buddhist principle of the equality of cherry, peach, plum, and damson blossoms, they neither envy other flowers nor belittle themselves. They take pride in their individuality, knowing that each is a flower with a bloom like no other. Even the prettiest and most delicate wildflowers are by no means weak. They may seem fragile, but they are strong, unperturbed by rain or wind.
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Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (09 October 1953) p.146
In physical and spiritual anguish all day. My only choice is to improve my faith. Must make myself practice strictly. Went in the rain to Yokohama to help negotiate the construction of a new home for Mr. S's relative. I enjoyed a meal on the way back.
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