March 18, 2022, World Tribune

This has been a particularly harsh and snowy winter in Japan. Nichiren Daishonin writes, “I feel the eight cold hells in my life now” (“Aspiration for the Buddha Land,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 213). Having endured many bitter winters himself, he understood the difficulties his disciples faced.  Praising the seeking spirit

March 7, Tokyo—Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada opened his speech at the March 6, 2022, Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting, expressing deep concern over the ongoing fighting that threatens the lives of those in Ukraine. He affirmed that, as Buddhists who uphold belief in the dignity of all life, we are earnestly praying each day

The City of Aliso Viejo recognizes Soka University of America (SUA) as a “Trusted Partner” supporting the city.   Mayor Ross Chun and Mayor Pro Tem Richard Hurt presented SUA President Edward M. Feasel and Archibald E. Asawa, vice president for finance and administration, with a certificate of recognition in February. President Feasel acknowledged the

In this episode, we talk about what it takes to tear down your inner walls if you have trouble showing up as your authentic self. Jermira Trapp, of Chicago, discusses how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo has enabled her to transform painful family dynamics into fuel to show up as her true self. This shift has impacted every

Practicing for myself and others, I kindle a fierce flame to light the path to victory.

by Hiro UryuNew York Last year, I experienced the sudden and tragic loss of a dear friend. I couldn’t pick myself up and began questioning the meaning of life, faith and kosen-rufu. I desperately chanted Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and sought guidance from my seniors in faith. I felt that chanting on its own wasn’t enough. I also

Two new youth leaders were welcomed to the Central Executive Committee: Shota OkajimaEast Territory young men’s leader Amelia GonzalezEast Territory young women’s leader The SGI-USA also announced Olivia Saito, SGI-USA youth leader, will assume the role of SGI-USA youth advisor, focusing on the future and student divisions, and will continue as a CEC participant. There

When Buddhists say they’re “planting seeds,” they’re usually talking about teaching others about Nam-myoho- renge-kyo, the seed of Buddhahood. This essential component of our Buddhist practice is rooted in a profound respect for each person and the belief that all people are inherently endowed with the highest life state of Buddhahood. We talk about Buddhism

SGI-USA General Director Adin Strauss gave the following words to open the Central Executive Committee Conference, held on March 5, 2022, at the SGI-USA Headquarters in Santa Monica, Calif. by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director We will have plenty of opportunities today to discuss our focuses toward 2030, the “District is the Core” and “Propagation Renaissance.”

Answer: Continue treasuring your parents while developing confidence that your efforts in faith will lead to their happiness.

You Can Do It! In these short conversations with young people, Sensei offers timeless and practical advice for teenagers to develop strength and purpose. Available at bookstore.sgi-usa.org for $9.95. You Were Born to Win This book of advice to youth contains selected passages from a variety of Sensei’s works on living with purpose and creating an undefeatable self.

by Daniela RyanPalm Desert, Calif.   In June 2021, between the stress of the pandemic, the end of a bad relationship and what seemed like the start of another, I was feeling emotionally dysregulated.  Why couldn’t I get a handle on myself? This was my exasperated contribution to one memorable phone call with a friend

The diverse landscape of Coconino National Forest spans 1.8 million acres, ranging from southwestern desert to alpine tundra. It is also home to the largest known petroglyph site in the Verde Valley of central Arizona, a rock art legacy from the Southern Sinagua people, who inhabited the region for a millennium. —Prepared by the World