Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
June 14, 2021
Chanting daimoku is the foundation of the Daishonin's Buddhism. When we chant sonorous daimoku, the sun rises in our hearts. We are filled with power. Compassion wells forth. Our lives are lit with joy. Our wisdom shines. All Buddhas and Buddhist gods throughout the universe go to work on our behalf. Life becomes exhilarating.
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From The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
June 14, 2021
The Buddha dwells within our hearts. For example, flint has the potential to produce fire, and gems have intrinsic value. We ordinary people can see neither our own eyelashes, which are so close, nor the heavens in the distance. Likewise, we do not see that the Buddha exists in our own hearts.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1137
New Years Gosho
Written to the wife of Omosu on January 5, year unknown
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Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
June 14, 2021
Wherever we are, it is necessary to begin with the revitalization of individual human beings. That will lead to the reformation of society and the world through human revolution. That is the teaching of the Lotus Sutra. And actions directed toward that end, I would like to stress, represent the wisdom of the Lotus Sutra.
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Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (23 March 1954) p162
The Suiko Group met at 6:00. Have gradually come to sense my heavy responsibility.
Stopped by the chapter chief's house on the way home. Seriously discussed the chapter's future development. Emphasized that good communication among top leaders is fundamental to effectively managing the chapter.
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