CategoryTo My Friends

Let’s remember to convey    our appreciation to our families,   neighbors and others who have   been kind to us and to whom    we are indebted. When we have the spirit to treasure    the connections we have created   through Buddhism, flowers of   fortune and benefit will bloom    in fragrant

Our faith and practice is about   creating value.We can discover meaning in every   experience and use it as a catalyst   toward the next great leap forward.Let’s spend time encouraging fellow   members engaged in our shared   struggles and cheerfully and   courageously make a fresh advance! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based

―WORDS OF THE WEEK―Hurrah to the great triumph of   the faith and human revolution   of all our treasured, fellow friends!Nichiren Daishonin assures us,“You will receive great blessings in   your present existence.”(*)Let’s bring happiness, peace and   prosperity to our precious friends   and communities with whom   we share profound karmic bonds. (*)”Good Fortune in This Life,” WND

Nichiren Daishonin admonishes, “Be diligent in developing your faith    until the last moment of your life.”(*) A vow must be fulfilled to have meaning. Let’s continue to sprint ahead with   powerful, tenacious prayer so we   have no regrets! (*) “Letter to Niike,” WND I, 1027 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published

Nichiren Daishonin urges,   “Banish all fears and    never think of backsliding.”(*) Let’s take one more step, then   another, with steadfast,   unwavering faith, and absolutely   create a victorious history!i (*) “On Practicing the Buddha’s Teachings,” WND 1, 395 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on

“Nichiren’s followers are like    roaring lions.”(*) Infused with passion and the   spirit to carry out our vow for   kosen-rufu, let’s boldly engage   in dialogue without sparing   our voices! (*) “On Persecutions Befalling the Sage,” WND 1, 997. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on

Nichiren Daishonin urges,“Strengthen your resolve more    than ever.”(*)Beginning now,   let’s burn with great passion   for kosen-rufu and engage in   conversations that break down   the walls of limitations! (*) “The Supremacy of the Law,” WND 1, 615. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “Words echo the thoughts of the mind    and find expression through the voice.”(*) Let’s speak with heartfelt conviction   so that our words will touch and move   the hearts of our friends! Now is the time to challenge our human   revolution! (*)”The Unanimous Declaration by the Buddhas…,” WND-2, 843

Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “So long as one maintains firm faith,    one is certain to receive the great    protection of the gods.”(*) Strong faith will arouse the protective   forces of the universe to action and   enable us to pave the way toward   glorious victory. Let’s carry through indomitable efforts! (*) “The

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― We heroes of Soka will win with   prayer based on the determination   to absolutely be victorious,   a voice infused with courage and    sincerity, and the unity of many   in body, one in mind. Let’s develop our local community   into an indestructible treasure realm! Tentative translation

Don’t depend on someone else. “I myself will stand up!” This is the Soka spirit. Let’s all greatly spread friendship   where we happen to be right now. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Nichiren Daishonin states, “The votary of the Lotus Sutra    is like the sun or the lion.”(*) Let’s boldly advance forth   like the rising sun, with the   courageous heart of a lion! (*) “The Supremacy of the Law,” WND-1, 613 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on

We are able to greatly develop to the   extent we grapple with our worries. Difficulties are the most sublime   treasures because they enable us   to forge and strengthen our lives. Let’s advance with an unyielding spirit! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent

Nichiren Daishonin assures us,  “All your virtuous acts will implant benefits   and roots of goodness in your life.”(*) Our actions for the sake of kosen-rufu   will all become fortune and benefit that   adorn our life.  Let’s strengthen our faith more than ever   and achieve resounding victory! (*) “On Attaining Buddhahood in

Friends whom we help form a connection   to Buddhism share profound karmic   ties with us as Bodhisattvas of the Earth. Let’s convey our heart of appreciation   to them with the deepest respect,  further strengthening our bonds of trust! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President

―WORDS OF THE WEEK―My deepest appreciation to each   person’s courageous efforts!Nichiren Daishonin states,“Not a single one of [your offerings]  will fail to bring you benefit.”(*)Let’s strongly unite, more than   ever as Bodhisattvas of the Earth,   aiming for May 3rd, toward   triumphant victory for the sake of   creating a peaceful and flourishing   society based on the humanistic  

Nichiren Daishonin asserts, “The reason that you have survived    until now … was so that you would    meet with this affair.”(*) Let our triumphant victory song resound   throughout our place of mission, with   powerful prayers to fulfill our vow   for kosen-rufu! (*) “Reply to Yasaburo,” WND 1, p. 829 Tentative

Nichiren Daishonin admonishes, “You must simply make up your mind.”(*) Now is a crucial time to positively   transform your karma! Let’s cast aside carelessness and   arrogance and make tenacious efforts   to spread understanding so we have   no regrets! (*) “Letter to Yasaburo,” WND 1, p. 829 Tentative translation of “To My

Nichiren Daishonin urges, “You must not spend your lives in vain and   regret it for ten thousand years to come.”(*) Let’s each engage in “battles” unique to   our particular circumstances, fearlessly, and    without regret, while upholding our noble   vow for the sake of kosen-rufu! (*)”The Problem to be Pondered Night and

Nichiren Daishonin urges,    “Now you must strengthen    [your faith] more than ever.”(*)  Let’s engage in dialogue with    great conviction and an    indomitable spirit,   from now, from where we stand! (*) “Supremacy of the Law,” WND I 614 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on