CategoryTo My Friends

Let’s kindly call on those who   are unable to attend activities. Everyone has a mission. Wholehearted empathy for one   person becomes the driving force   for the next challenge! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― The golden autumn season for   focusing on the two ways of    practice and study has arrived. When we take action, our lives   are energized. When we study Buddhism, our life   condition deepens. When we engage in dialogue, benefits   increase. Let’s advance one step with youth  

“I will not cause or be involved   in a car accident.” With this determined prayer,   let’s always do our best to stay safe. Let’s spend each day meaningfully and   prevent ourselves from being the    least bit careless! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President

The life-to-life bonds we create   are eternal. The earnest daimoku we chant and   actions we take for the sake of   spreading the Mystic Law serve as    the ultimate memorial for the deceased. Together, let’s stride along the    great path of fortune and benefit! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based

The Soka Gakkai discussion meeting   serves as an “oasis” for life that   revitalizes everyone in our community. Let’s hold gatherings infused with   joy where we applaud and encourage   one another! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Beware of extreme fluctuations   in temperature. Because it is the change of seasons,   take care of your health more than ever. Let’s try to find relief from the fatigue    we have accumulated over summer and   advance with good health as our    foremost priority! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published

Studying the philosophy of our   Buddhist faith and putting it   into practice is the proud tradition   of the Soka Gakkai. [The Daishonin admonishes:]   “You must not only persevere yourself;    you must also teach others.”(*) Together, let’s exert ourselves in the   two ways of practice and study! (*)“The True Aspect

I express my heartfelt appreciation   to those who help deliver our    organizational newspaper despite   terrible weather conditions. Don’t do anything rash―   make safety your foremost   priority, and stay accident-free! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “You will grow younger, and your    good fortune will accumulate.”(*) Let’s hold harmonious and fruitful   discussion meetings and convey our    heartfelt respect and appreciation   to all of our remarkable “Many Treasures”―   our elderly mothers and fathers! (*)“The Unity of Husband and Wife,” WND p. 464  Tentative translation

Take utmost precautions against   the severe typhoon! Confirm the latest weather report   and be fully prepared for   natural disasters! Nichiren Daishonin warns us to “be millions of times more    careful than ever.”(*) (*)”The Hero of the World,” WND-1, p. 839 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun,

The first step to building peace is   to reach out to our closest friends   and strengthen our bonds of friendship.Let’s cultivate and spread a solidarity   of happiness from where we happen   to be right now! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent

The causes we make in the present   determine the results we reap in the future. Let’s clearly determine our goals and   steadily keep up the challenge! Success shines for those who continue   to strive! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

A Buddhist is the first to rush   to the aid of friends who are   challenging hardships. Let’s encourage others with words   brimming with conviction and   warmth and dramatically transform   our karma together! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth   who live to fulfill your noble mission! Steadily and cheerfully make    victorious breakthroughs on the   stage of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth   who live to fulfill your noble mission! Steadily and cheerfully make    victorious breakthroughs on the   stage of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Creating harmony in our family is an important goal of faith. Let’s express our heartfelt    appreciation to our families who   encourage and support us. Let’s keep this in mind and make   efforts every day! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

When we endeavor to practice   our faith joyfully and courageously,   “flowers” of fortune and benefit   will bloom in our lives. Let’s remember to always have a   heart of appreciation and repay our   debts of gratitude as we show actual   proof of victory in life! Tentative translation of “To My