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In particular, we mustn’t be afraid to speak to others about what we know to be right. The Daishonin instructs, “You must act and speak without the least servility” (WND-1, 824). The confidence to share the true greatness of the Mystic Law is the spirit of propagation in Nichiren Buddhism, the Soka Gakkai spirit, and

The Buddha does not stop simply at relieving suffering but teaches people the correct way of life and calls on them to transform their inner state of being and actually attain happiness. Shakubuku is none other than this compassionate practice of “removing suffering and imparting joy.” From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part

Aligning our hearts with our mentor and deepening our determination to advance kosen-rufu are key to achieving solid unity in the spirit of “many in body, one in mind.” It is through such unity that we can activate the true brilliant power of the Mystic Law. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part

It is easy to be attracted to abstract ideals but difficult to challenge the realities of daily life. I hope that while upholding the magnificent ideal of kosen-rufu, you will spend your days in the actual practice of encouraging and motivating one person and then another and another to contribute to kosen-rufu. This is the

Human revolution is not something unusual or special. For example, say that one day a boy who is always playing and never studies makes the decision “From now on, I’m going to study” or tells himself, “I’m going to make efforts for the sake of my future.” When he does that, he is engaging in

Spreading the teachings encompasses all forms of practice in Buddhism. There is no better way to forge character. If we neglect this basic practice of sharing the teachings, we cannot cultivate ourselves as human beings. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 216

The fundamental attitude of Soka Gakkai leaders must always be to value their fellow members to the highest degree and serve them sincerely. This spirit is what has enabled the Soka Gakkai to grow to the extent it has. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 204

The development of kosen-rufu lies in repeating such patient, painstaking efforts to awaken one friend after another to faith. That is true Buddhist practice. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 265

Kosen-rufu is possible when disciples embrace the same spirit as their mentor. Without the solid pillar of the mentor disciple relationship, it is all too easy to be swayed by one’s own emotions and the trends of the times, and one will readily cave in and give up when one’s faith is challenged. From The

It is our mission to ensure that Mr. Makiguchi’s perceptive faith and unshakable resolve, his passion and overflowing sense of justice, are passed on to future generations as the eternal Soka Gakkai spirit. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 264

No matter how the other person reacts, by praising and sharing the Mystic Law with them we attain benefit beyond measure. Realizing this is a source of great joy. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 249

Simple expressions of thoughtfulness and concern—“Thank you,” “Please take care,” “Don’t catch cold”—warm people’s hearts and spread a lovely, refreshing spirit of humanity throughout our organization. The Soka Gakkai is a realm of beautiful human ties. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 160-161

In any time and place, efforts for kosen-rufu always begin with a stand-alone spirit. With this spirit, we can limitlessly activate the power of the Mystic Law. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 57

In short, there is no greater joy than a life dedicated to kosen-rufu, to propagating Buddhism. There is no greater joy than seeing others become happy through our efforts in dialogue to share the Mystic Law. And when we rejoice at others’ happiness, our own lives become increasingly pure. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness

The vow for kosen-rufu brims with the powerful life force of the Buddha, which can vanquish all negative influences. Shin’ichi wanted every single member to enjoy great benefit. He wanted them to overcome illness, financial hardship, and every other kind of adversity and become truly happy. Their prayers to triumph over such obstacles needed to

When we strive with the same spirit as our mentor, we will never be deadlocked. Asking ourselves what our mentor would do, mustering all our wisdom and strength to respond to our mentor’s hopes—that spirit awakens the state of a lion king within us. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised

There is nothing more reassuring, refreshing, or beautiful than young people striving hard toward a goal. Nothing in all the world is more beautiful than the earnest struggles of youth. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 365

We are a family linked by the Mystic Law. Our organization for kosen-rufu is a home that brings peace and contentment. I hope we will always be a gathering, illuminated by the Gohonzon, where everyone can feel secure, relaxed, happy, and energized. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p.

Those who keep on striving, never doubting the power of faith even when difficulties arise, are certain to attain Buddhahood, the Daishonin assures us. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 144

Nothing is more barbarous than war. Nothing more cruel. That’s why I hate war and am forever opposed to the devilish nature of authority that causes it. My absolute commitment to pacifism, to fight for peace throughout my life, was engraved in my being when I was a youth. From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness