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Seeking to address the roots of suffering, I find Buddhism and my true self.

The gap between our dreams and reality can sometimes feel impossible to close. Especially when our dream means pursuing a field that’s less traditionally “easy” to make a career, like art. In this episode, Buddhability sits down with two artists to discuss how Buddhism helped them become full-time artists without compromising their vision. The guests

The following is from an essay series, “Thoughts on The New Human Revolution,” published in Japanese in the Seikyo Shimbun, March 8, 2002. It can also be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 18, installment 1, pp. 233–38. There are two aspects of practice in Nichiren Buddhism—practice

Ikeda Sensei gave the following speech at a Kansai region representatives conference, Osaka, Japan, May 18, 1992. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 17, installment 1, pp. 211–13. Ikeda Sensei asserts: “The only way to lead a life free of regret is to make

In October, the SGI-USA women and young women launched the dialogue initiative “Peace in Miniature: One Is the Mother of Ten-Thousand,” which invites each of us to engage in heartfelt one-to-one dialogues with our friends, neighbors and one another, with the conviction that each dialogue represents peace itself. At your monthly America Victory Daimoku Group

Ikeda Sensei opened the way for global kosen-rufu. Now is the time for genuine disciples to widen and extend that path even further.

Alma Woodsey Thomas, born in 1891 in Columbus, Georgia, moved at 16 to Washington, D.C., where she found what she’d been denied in segregationist Georgia—the opportunity to freely pursue her education. In high school, Thomas took her first art class and fell deeply in love with painting. Excelling across the disciplines of math, science and

by the Mid-Atlantic Zone team What is your zone motto? One with Sensei, Mid-Atlantic leads the way! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. Mid-Atlantic Zone was established in its present form in 2007 along with East Territory. The zone consists of seven regions in the states of Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.

This series, prepared by the SGI-USA Study Department, aims to answer questions about the basics of Nichiren Buddhism. It’s easy to understand the benefits of a consistent Buddhist practice—but putting it into action can sometimes be a challenge. Drawing inspiration from the writings of Nichiren Daishonin and the guidance of Ikeda Sensei, let’s explore how

by Cassidy PeñaBrooklyn Young Women’s Region Leader After being appointed the Brooklyn young women’s division (YWD) region leader in April, I began hosting Lotus Lounges, a young women’s activity, to get to know the young women in my region. I started by cold emailing the membership list before honing in on those with active subscriptions.

A Joyful Night of Creativity, Friendship and Dialogue

The YWD and YMD gather at their respective FNCC Conferences to renew their faith and vow for kosen-rufu.

In reconnecting with the SGI, I learn the true value of life.

by Lillian KoizumiSpecial to the Tribune  At a time when political and social polarization is perceived by many as nearing crisis level in the U.S., a capacity crowd of more than 130 people gathered at the Ikeda Center in late September to consider ways out of this dilemma. The occasion was the 21st Annual Ikeda

On behalf of the national leadership team, please accept our warmest thanks for your tremendous support for the SGI-USA’s Sustaining Contribution program. I’m delighted to report that because of your generosity, this program has steadily progressed year after year, to the point where it has become a true financial pillar for the kosen-rufu movement in

Ikeda Sensei gave the following speech at an SGI general meeting, Tokyo, Japan, Nov. 14, 1992. It can be found in The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, chapter 17, installment 2, pp. 214–15. Ikeda Sensei says that when we elevate our present state of life, past negative causes are transformed

In June 1928, at the age of 57, Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, a forward-thinking educator, took faith in Nichiren Buddhism at the urging of a friend. Writing of this decision, he said, “With an indescribable joy, I completely changed the way I had lived for almost 60 years.” With this inner awakening, he set out to realize

This study series explores Soka Spirit topics to be presented by a youth or student division member at Soka 2030 meetings. Since some locales may not hold meetings the last Sunday of this month due to the holidays, this article can be presented at Nov. 23 Soka 2030 meetings. If Nichiren’s compassion is truly great

In last month’s issue, we presented a challenge: Can we shake up our discussion meeting plans—finding new and creative formats that foster a family-like atmosphere and attract youth, while taking steps to hold meetings at homes within our local neighborhoods. In this issue, the World Tribune sat down with four district leaders to learn how

In Buddhism, I discover the true mission of my illness and my life.