Sensei's Daily Encouragement - May 30, 2024- Year of Fresh Departure for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide

    

Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
May 30, 2024

Those who make many friends have greater opportunities for growth and self-
development; as such they make society a better place and lead happy,
satisfying lives. In every situation, human relations, communication and
personal interaction are vital. We need to initiate and nurture friendships and
contacts with many people, both within the organization and in society at
large. Our lives will open and be enriched to the extent that we do so.
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
May 30, 2024
 
But your faith alone will determine all these things. A sword will be useless in the hands of a coward. The mighty sword of the Lotus Sutra must be wielded by one courageous in faith. Then one will be as strong as a demon armed with an iron staff.
 
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 412
Reply to Kyo'o
Written to Kyo'o and her parents, Shijo Kingo and Nichigen-nyo, on August 15, 1273
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Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
May 30, 2024
 
All children are gems, full of precious potential. There is hope in every child since life itself is full of hope. Should the hopes of children be stifled or broken, that would be our responsibility as adults. It pains my heart to see what goes on in today's society. I do not want to see the eyes of children darkened with fear and clouded with tears of sorrow. Society must be absolutely transformed. Children are mirrors that reflect adult society. When adults are ailing and their vision clouded, children will also suffer. Let us wipe away the tears of sorrow from the face of each child! We must protect children and give them courage, strength and vitality. It is parents who nurture children, the hope of humanity. How noble parents are! What a great mission and responsibility they fulfill.
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Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (11 February 1954) p.156
 
Must burn with a youthful passion to learn. Must advance with a seeking spirit, like one truly seeking the Way. This is the most important requisite for becoming an excellent leader.
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