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Morton Livingston Schamberg (1881–1918) was a modernist painter and photographer from Philadelphia. Schamberg became known for his role in precisionism, an art movement celebrating America’s rapidly emerging industrial landscape.  Schamberg studied architecture at the University of Pennsylvania and graduated in 1903. He met William Merritt Chase who helped spark his love for art. He later

A district unites across generations to reach students at Texas A&M, creating a growing network of young people.

The 3-Minute Gosho is a brief presentation to be given by a youth member at district discussion meetings, sharing how they can apply Nichiren Daishonin’s teachings to their daily life. Dylan Oh, a future division member entering high school, gave the following presentation at a recent discussion meeting on developing the “stand-alone spirit.”  by Dylan

Four members reflect on the vow they made 25 years ago and how they are carrying it forward by fostering youth.

Channeling rage into a prayer for my life, I regain my health and develop true strength.

We offer our sincerest condolences to all who were impacted by the recent devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia and are offering prayers for their safety, well-being and earliest possible recovery. Ikeda Sensei encouraged victims of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Northeastern Japan, saying, “I can only imagine your exhaustion.” He continued: “Nothing

The following is from Dialogue on Life, vol. 3, published in Japanese in March 1974. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, chapter 10, installment 3, pp. 322–24. While confronting the fundamental suffering of death, Shakyamuni Buddha established a view of eternal life. Through a consideration

The following is from The Wisdom of the Lotus Sutra, vol. 4, published in Japanese in December 1998. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, chapter 10, installment 2, pp. 320–22. Instead of trying to avoid facing the inevitability of death, properly understanding the crucial issue

SUA establishes a second campus in Monterey, with select graduate programs continuing in fall 2027.

The following is from The World of Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings, vol. 3, published in Japanese in March 2005. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, chapter 8, installment 5, pp. 260–61. Illness is not a sign of defeat or misfortune. For those dedicated to the Mystic

The following is from On Health and Long Life. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, chapter 9, installment 2, pp. 291–93. Exploring the profound Buddhist teaching of perpetual youth and eternal life, Ikeda Sensei speaks of the golden value of old age. The struggle against

Returning to my Buddhist practice after decades, I discover that joy was always here for the making, together with those around me.

The Buddhability app helps members introduce friends to Buddhist practice—wherever they are.

How one determination led to a friendship rooted in hope and transformation.

This series, prepared by the SGI-USA Study Department, features timeless stories in Nichiren Daishonin’s writings (also called the Gosho) that continue to offer practical wisdom for us today. In the Lotus Sutra’s fifth chapter, Shakyamuni Buddha presents a parable that tells of a great cloud covering the entire world that sends life-giving rain equally upon

The following is from the August 2026 issue of the Daibyakurenge, the Soka Gakkai’s monthly study journal. Challenge is the very essence of youth. Through initiatives such as the Future Division Summer Challenge [in Japan], which includes a variety of annual summer contests, our young members—the young saplings of kosen-rufu—are joyfully advancing along the path

What is the correct way of life?What is a true patriot?What is Nam-myoho-renge-kyo? On Aug. 14, 1947, Daisaku Ikeda attended his first Soka Gakkai discussion meeting and posed these three questions to second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda. Amid the ruins of a war-torn, defeated Japan, 19-year-old Daisaku was earnestly searching for a sound life

Heart of a Lion King contains selected passages from Nichiren Daishonin, organized by theme so you can quickly find the inspiration you’re looking for. Themes include prayer, developing courage, overcoming obstacles and many others. Sidebars throughout the book provide in-depth explanations of historical events as well as lesser known Buddhist concepts. In addition, Ikeda Sensei’s

A new digital map is helping members and guests across the Caribbean find their local organization, creating new opportunities for connection and growth.

Pacific Zone members celebrate victories and launch the next chapter of ‘One Youth. Infinite Hope.’