Shakubuku Rooted in Friendship
As many new youth join the SGI-USA, it’s about building connections and deepening genuine trust.
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The Miraculous Words ‘Thank You’
This excerpted guidance from Ikeda Sensei is from the essay series “Life Is Wonderful,” published in Japanese in the Seikyo Shimbun, May 29, 2004. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 13, installment 2, pp. 66–68. Being able to have deep appreciation for everyone around
Where I’ll Fight
Seeking conviction, I find it right beneath my feet.
Soaring Into the Vast Skies of Freedom!
by the Southern California Zone team What is your zone motto? Cheers of Victory! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. Southern California (SoCal) Zone was established in January 2023 with a name change from the former SoCal West Zone. We embarked on our fresh departure embracing the following guidance from Nichiren Daishonin: “I entrust
What Is the Benefit of Doing Gongyo Every Day?
This series, prepared by the SGI-USA Study Department, aims to answer questions about the basics of Nichiren Buddhism. The way we begin and end each day doesn’t just shape our mood—it shapes our health. Studies show that daily routines can lower stress levels and improve overall well-being. In Nichiren Buddhism, SGI members start their morning
Taking Courageous Action Toward Building a Youthful Future
by the Pacific Northwest Zone team What is your zone motto? Altruistic action opens the way for everyone’s happiness! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. Pacific Northwest Zone comprises six regions, which encompasses the states of Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho and Montana. We have a proud history of Soka Spirit. In 1992, courageous pioneer
Each District Fulfilling Their Own Unique Mission
The World Tribune sat down with Santa Monica Chapter women’s and men’s leaders, Keiko Hirama and David Nakabayashi, to learn how they have joyfully introduced youth to Buddhism. Hi Keiko and David! Thank you for speaking with us about how your chapter is sharing Buddhism with youth. What’s been the inspiration? Keiko Hirama: Last December,
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Common Sense, Steadiness and Character Are the Basis for Development
This section features Ikeda Sensei’s seminal guidance to the members of the United States. The following is an excerpt of his speech given at the Joint Conference for Leaders of the SGI Organizations in the U.S. and Canada at Soka University Los Angeles, Calabasas, California, September 30, 1991. The full speech can be found in
The Courage to Create Hope
‘As long as we have hope, there is nothing we cannot achieve.’
Karma to Mission
Discovering the SGI, I light my chosen path with the sun of hope. I am Karyn Harvey of Baltimore.
You Have a Friend for Life
Friendship is the greatest human relationship that we can foster. It allows us to grow and become happier people. It is the source of attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime.
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Soaring Higher for the Peace of the Land!
The Active Duty and Military Veterans/First Responders Conference will be held Nov. 7–10, 2025, at the SGI-USA Florida Nature and Culture Center (FNCC). The World Tribune sat down with three of the group’s territory leaders: Valerie Brady, of Central Territory, and Donna Hinton and Steve Johnson, of SoCal-Pacific Territory, to learn more about the group’s
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Tips & Insights from the Youth Division
David ShiRohnert, California Talking religion with friends can be very tricky and daunting, due to both the stigma surrounding religion and not wanting to potentially ruin a friendship. Chanting about my mission for kosen-rufu and believing in the Buddha nature of my friends gives me the confidence I need to share Buddhism. I always try
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The Heart of Parenting: Growing With Our Children
Parents Group leaders discuss how the growth of the parent plays a crucial role in raising children.
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How to Enshrine the Gohonzon and Care for Your Buddhist Altar
Nichiren Daishonin proclaims in a famous passage: “I, Nichiren, have inscribed my life in sumi ink, so believe in the Gohonzon with your whole heart” (“Reply to Kyo’o,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 412). Honzon is a Japanese word meaning “object of fundamental respect or devotion.” The prefix go means “worthy of
Ikeda Sensei
The Principle of Voluntarily Assuming the Appropriate Karma
Ikeda Sensei gave the following speech at a Yamanashi Prefecture executive conference, Yamanashi, Japan, Sept. 3, 2006. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 12, installment 1, pp. 31–33. Ikeda Sensei constantly urges us to lead lives of vigorous human revolution, transforming karma into mission.
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Beginning With Me
Transforming generations of anger, I become the mother I was always meant to be.
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The Buddhism of the People
A report on the SGI Study Conference.
Ikeda Sensei
The Theme of ‘The Human Revolution’ and ‘The New HumanRevolution’
Ikeda Sensei gave the following guidance at the Nagano Prefecture general meeting, Nagano, Japan, Aug. 6, 1994. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 11, installment 1, pp. 1–2. Human revolution—this seemingly simple phrase encapsulates the thought and philosophy of Ikeda Sensei. Today, Aug. 6,
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