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Cam Morose, a Boston school psychologist, found Buddhism at a crucial time when he was struggling with anxiety. In this episode, he shares how Buddhism gave him the roadmap and energy to challenge his inner critic, connect with others and find deeper happiness. Click here to listen. June 14, 2024, World Tribune, p. 4

SAN ANTONIO, MAY 9, 2024—San Antonio’s city council invited a local SGI-USA representative to lead the invocation at the start of their regular meeting.  An invocation is a sermon, prayer or moment of reflection to provide wisdom and unite attendees at the start of an event.  The meeting was led by San Antonio Mayor Ron

In the face of loss, I teach my students, my nephews and myself that all hardship can be transformed into value.

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—In the fall of 2020, just months into the pandemic, the Soka University of America Class of 2024 began college life in the rarest circumstances, meeting classmates and professors for the first time via Zoom. In his welcome message to the class, SUA founder Daisaku Ikeda said that nothing had ever prevented the

The following excerpts are from Stephen S. Dunham’s keynote address to the 2024 Commencement Ceremony held at Soka University of America (SUA) in Aliso Viejo, Calif., on May 24, 2024. Dunham is the chair of the SUA Board of Trustees, involved in the establishment of SUA since 1992 and a trustee since the university’s opening

Representatives of the SGI-USA Practicing Buddhism as People of African Descent Group recall the history of Juneteenth and how we can honor it as Buddhists.  by Carolyn Colby and Dave GoodmanSGI-USA Practicing Buddhism as People of African Descent Group Women’s and Men’s Leaders At this time of year, we are reflecting on Juneteenth, a day

This series highlights how Buddhism can enhance daily living. As Nichiren Daishonin says: “When the skies are clear, the ground is illuminated. Similarly, when one knows the Lotus Sutra, one understands the meaning of all worldly affairs.” In a 2007 op-ed, Ikeda Sensei wrote:  The vital, vibrant currents of dialogue have the capacity to shake

Among Europe’s fortified sites, Luxembourg served as one of its greatest for centuries. Founded as a small fort in the middle of the 10th century, the City of Luxembourg expanded in the 12th century with settlements and stone fortifications, which then grew in the 14th and 15th centuries. From the Holy Roman Empire to the

The following essay by Ikeda Sensei was translated from the June 3, 1998, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. Sincerity, earnestness, strictness, integrity—these are the words that come to mind whenever I see photographs of Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, father of the Soka movement and first president of the Soka Gakkai. I always discern

The four virtues are (1) filial piety toward one’s father and mother; (2) loyalty to one’s lord; (3) courtesy toward one’s friends; and (4) pity and kindness toward those less fortunate than oneself. “The Four Virtues and the Four Debts of Gratitude,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 2, p. 636 After these words, Nichiren

by James HerrmannSGI-USA MEN’S Leader In January 2022, the SGI-USA men’s division reported to Ikeda Sensei that we established a safety and security group. On that occasion, he sent a congratulatory message and stated the purpose of the group: You are vigilantly safeguarding our SGI centers, the treasure castles of our communities, for the sake

VATICAN CITY—On May 10, 2024, Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada met Pope Francis at the Apostolic Palace. Their meeting, which lasted 30 minutes, began with warm greetings. President Haradaconveyed his hope that, amid these tumultuous times, religions that seek peace can transcend their differences and work together based on a shared love for humanity. Pope

In the Soka Group, I lay the foundation for a winning life.

A discussion with parents on fostering successors for peace.

Raising future leaders with the readiness to protect others.

To our wonderful SGI-USA members, This week marks the conclusion of the ninth May Commemorative Contribution activity since I undertook the privilege of serving our members as the SGI-USA General Director. Each time, I am ceaselessly amazed by our members’ selflessness, steadfastness and warm hearts—even in these times that continue to be uncertain, economically and

The following message by Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada was published in the June 2024 issue of the Soka Gakkai’s monthly study journal, Daibyakurenge. Nurturing our future division members is a most sacred endeavor that will shape the next generation. This month marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the high school division, on

Located in northeastern Vietnam’s Gulf of Tonkin, Ha Long Bay and Cat Ba Archipelago comprise roughly 160,000 acres of lush emerald waters with over 1,600 islands and islets. The name Ha Long, meaning “descending dragon” in Vietnamese, derives from the legend that a family of dragons descended from heaven, spraying jewels to defend the people

The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s essay originally published in the May 31, 2003, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. My dialogue with Arnold J. Toynbee (1889–1975), one of the 20th century’s great historians, began in the month of May and ended in the month of May. We spoke together for

by Mitch BogenSpecial to the Tribune  The Ikeda Center hosted a Dialogue Nights event on April 5 that had the highest attendance since the pandemic. Called “Navigating Relationships: Can I Really Be My True Self With Others?,” the event welcomed nearly 70 Boston-area university students and young professionals, the majority of whom were first-time attendees.