Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Saturday, November 9, 2013
The Daishonin explains the significance of cause and effect: All sutras other than the Lotus Sutra expound that Buddhahood (effect), can be attained only after having made good causes, that is, practicing their teachings (causes), over a length of time. With the Lotus Sutra, however, the very act of embracing it (cause) enables one simultaneously to become a Buddha (effect).
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Kyo's misfortune will change into fortune. Muster your faith, and pray to this Gohonzon. Then what is there that cannot be achieved? There can be no doubt about the sutra passages that say, "This sutra can fulfill their desires, as a clear cool pond can satisfy all those who are thirsty," and "They will enjoy peace and security in their present existence and good circumstances in future existences."
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 412
Reply to Kyo'o
Written to Kyo'o and her parents, Nichigen-nyo and Shijo Kingo, on August 15, 1273
Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Don't put on airs. Conceit and pretense don't win people's hearts; the facade soon crumbles. Be yourself. Buddhism teaches we can shine most brilliantly through natural, unaffected behaviour. Being sincere, dedicated and honest is the key. People of integrity triumph in the end.
Excerpt from Daisaku Ikeda - A Youthful Diary (12 February 1951) p.88
I lied to Mr. Toda. Felt terrible all day long. I apologize from the depths of my heart. My physical condition is not at all good. Could my lie have been the agonized cry of a person suffering from illness?
Suffered miserably because of my weakness and lack of fortitude.
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Concluded that my only course is to perfect myself. Then, illuminated by the Mystic Law, I will have no cause to be ashamed; I will be swayed by nothing.
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