Sensei's Daily Encouragement - June 13 2022 - The year of Youth and Dynamic Progress

        

Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
June 13, 2022
 
It all comes down to hope. If we SGI members advance with hope and buoyant spirits, then we have nothing to fear in either the present or the future. The Law will continue to spread as long as those who uphold it remain vigorous and well.
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
June 13, 2022
 
When an evil ruler in consort with priests of erroneous teachings tries to destroy the correct teaching and do away with a man of wisdom, those with the heart of a lion king are sure to attain Buddhahood. Like Nichiren, for example. I say this not out of arrogance but because I am deeply committed to the correct teaching.
 
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 302
Letter to Sado
Written to Toki Jonin on March 20, 1272
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Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
June 13, 2022
 
No one can escape death. Precisely because of this, when people resolve to live at each instant with all their might, to make the present moment shine by living true to themselves and leading truly humane existences, they can summon forth immense strength. At the same time, they can manifest a considerate spirit toward others. Herein lies the Middle Way. Buddhism is the philosophy that teaches this essential way of life.
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Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (18 March 1954) p162
 
Early morning – worked on a thesis titled "On the Sacred Teachings Concerning the Eternity of Life." Fifteen pages. My graduate thesis for the Study Department. Thoroughly reflecting on my lack of deep insight.
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