Frontline News
Up to Me: Why I Share Buddhism With Youth
Members reflect on their efforts to befriend young people and help them start their Buddhist practice.
In this issue
Ikeda Sensei
Dialogue Is the Essence of Buddhism
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
Buddhability
From Starving Artists to Fulfilled Creators
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
Experience
Choosing Courage
Seeking to address the roots of suffering, I find Buddhism and my true self.
FNCC
2026 Florida Nature & Culture Center Conference Schedule
Register at portal.sgi-usa.org. Jan 9–12 Central Territory Leaders (Group–Territory) Jan 23–26 SoCal-Pacific Territory Leaders (District–Territory) Jan 30–Feb 2 East Territory Leaders(District–Territory) Feb 20–23 Soka Spirit Feb 27–Mar 2 West Territory Leaders (District–Territory) Mar 13–16 Transforming Karma #1 Mar 20–23 Courageous Freedom Group (LGBTQIA+) Apr 3–6 Many Treasures #1(ages 65 and older) Apr 10–13 Men’s Division
Profiles
Spreading Peace Throughout America’s Heartland
by the Midwest Zone team Tell us briefly about your zone’s history.The current zone was established in 2007, coinciding with the formation of the three territories of SGI-USA. We have four regions, which comprise seven states: Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri and Kansas. The zone also supports members in parts of Illinois
Comic
General Stone Tiger
Great Buddhist Stories$6.95 paperback Illustrated Buddhist tales that bring to life stories like the Dragon Girl, Boy Snow Mountains, General Stone Tiger and others for people of all ages to learn the Buddhist spirit of wisdom, courage and compassion. More Great Buddhist Stories$6.95 paperback This sequel to Great Buddhist Stories, features 14 more illustrated stories.
Frontline News
Setting Concrete Goals and Determinations
The end of the year is approaching, and a new year is about to begin! The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s guidance on the importance of setting goals and making determinations. Set a Target—Then Go All In Ikeda Sensei: An arrow will not hit the target unless we take proper aim. The same is
On the Cover
Grant Wood: Icon of American Regionalism
Saturated colors. Realistic images. Subtle satire. The famous American Gothic (1930) artist, Grant DeVolson Wood, born in 1891 in Anamosa, Iowa, was a leading figure in the Regionalism art movement that depicted rural Midwestern life and scenery. At a young age, Wood lost his father and began living with his mother and brothers, working for