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World Tribune: Thank you, Wayne, for speaking with us. We heard of your wonderful efforts to introduce and support young people over the decades. To start, could you share a bit about your background? Wayne Sparks: In my life, I’ve had problems with family, addiction and health. As a young single parent, I worked at

The Historic Center of Prague was an important city in medieval central Europe. With a history reaching back thousands of years, Prague has played key roles in the Bohemian and Protestant Reformations and the Thirty Years’ War, and served as the historic capital of both the Kingdom of Bohemia and the former Czechoslovakia. The city

The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s essay originally published in the April 2, 2000, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. When I think about it, Josei Toda’s every word and action was a final injunction designed to instruct and guide us, his disciples, so that we could carry on the work

by Mitch BogenSpecial to the Tribune The first Dialogue Nights of 2024 operated under the assumption that stress is, in the words of event moderator Preandra Noel, a “shared reality” these days. “Given this,” she explained, “we want to explore how we can not only manage our stress but use it as a tool to

Living for self and others, we lay the foundations of eternal good fortune.

Transforming our communities from within

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 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the first novel in The Chronicles of Narnia series, four

Try your hand at five sample questions from the upcoming introductory exam material.  1. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the heart and essence of the Buddha, which is expressed in wise and compassionate actions to lead all people to enlightenment. In this phrase, nam means to __________.(HINT: See The Basics of Nichiren Buddhism, p. 19)a) completely cut all ties

In The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, revised edition, part 2, Ikeda Sensei clarifies three key reasons why Buddhist study is important. “First, Buddhist study helps us deepen our faith. … Buddhist study is a beacon illuminating the path of faith. Even the complex workings of negative forces that arise to assail us are

Chapada dos Veadeiros is one of two Brazilian national parks in the protected areas of Cerrado, the most biodiverse savanna in the world. Within the park’s 929 square miles reside jaguar, capybara and endangered species including the giant armadillo. The park is noted for its more than 300 waterfalls and rock formations, which are some

Words cannot quite express how deeply we appreciate each of you for your unwavering support of kosen-rufu. Every year when this time comes around, we reflect on how our lives have been transformed through encountering Nichiren Buddhism with the SGI, and we make a fresh determination to advance our movement and its aim to bring

Toward the May Commemorative Contribution this year, the SGI-USA features the video experiences of Randy Pfannenstiel, of Denver, and Chika O’Berry, of Ashburn, Virginia. In a brief conversation with the World Tribune, Randy shared the following. World Tribune: What does May Commemorative Contribution mean to you? Randy Pfannenstiel: As a family, we reflect on how

When you think of “joy,” what comes to mind? Maybe eating delicious food, going on vacation or celebrating significant milestones.  But there’s no need to wait for such moments. We can find genuine joy in appreciating day-to-day happenings. Appreciating the people and things that support us regardless of our circumstances can foster a deep sense

On Feb. 22, Soka International School Malaysia (SISM) held its grand opening ceremony at its campus in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan State, welcoming 138 students from nine countries and territories. The ceremony was attended by Ed Feasel, president of Soka University of America, Sethu Kumanan, Chairman of the Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for

Facing fears of fatherhood, I see my life anew.

Meet some of the youth leading the charge toward the chapter-led March Youth Peace Festivals.

The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s speech at the 4th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting in Tokyo, on Feb. 8, 2007, which were published in the Jan. 17, 2012, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. On Feb. 8, 1951, a small group of bright young people, whom I had personally selected,

After years of struggle, he had achieved the impossible. Second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda realized his lifetime goal of expanding the Soka Gakkai’s movement to 750,000 households in late 1957. Alongside his monumental achievement, however, Mr. Toda’s health declined rapidly. In March 1958, sensing his life was coming to an end, Mr. Toda suggested

In “The Teacher of the Law,” the 10th chapter of the Lotus Sutra, Shakyamuni Buddha teaches the importance of spreading the Mystic Law long after his passing, describing the challenging task of doing so in a confusing, strife-filled era, the current Latter Day of the Law. He introduces the three rules of preaching, also known

This year, SGI-USA youth will hold chapter-level March Youth Peace Festivals with the determination to create peace in their local communities. The World Tribune is featuring chapter youth leaders and how they are applying Ikeda Sensei’s guidance to win where they are. Ikeda Sensei’s Guidance:  No matter what the circumstances, the person with firm resolve