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Brian Enright Oakland, Calif. I was a starving sculptor before I was introduced to the SGI. I knew I wanted to do art, but I didn’t have a plan or a sense of mission to pursue it for a reason greater than myself. My parents were visibly frustrated with me leaving my stable work in

Faith Jones Peekskill, N.Y. In college, I had dreams of getting a prestigious, well-paying job, so I worked hard to build a resume strong enough to make that a reality. That’s how I thought I was going to make my life matter. I’m going to be somebody one day, I thought. The year I graduated,

May Contribution: April 24-June 6

Despite the problems in today’s world, SGI-USA members have continued, without skipping a beat, to share Buddhism for the peace and harmony of society. Since the start of this year, our Soka movement has been soaring to new heights—most recently, with more than 10,000 youth participating in meetings commemorating March 16, Kosen-rufu Day. This is

The May Commemorative Contribution activity (April 24–June 6) is an opportunity for us to renew our bodhisattva vow to advance our movement for peace in the same month that Ikeda Sensei was inaugurated the third Soka Gakkai president on May 3, 1960. As we continue our important work to support the practice and development of

This month marks the beginning of our annual May Commemorative Contribution activity. Living Buddhism spoke with Naoko Leslie, SGI-USA women’s leader, and Kevin Moncrief, SGI-USA men’s leader, about how they are challenging themselves in this crucial Year of Hope and Victory. Kevin Moncrief: Hi, Naoko. Congratulations on the success of the women’s gatherings in February!

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director To our wonderful and irreplaceable SGI-USA members, It’s hard to find the words to fully express our gratitude for your sincere participation in this year’s May Commemorative Contribution activity, especially amid times that no one could have anticipated. I am reminded, once again, that the Soka Gakkai remains strong because of the

by Erica Kondo Assistant Chief Financial Officer On behalf of the SGI-USA, thank you very much for your sincere financial offerings to support the organization. Because of your dedicated efforts, we have accomplished many significant milestones toward the expansion of our kosen-rufu movement in America. Given the rapidly evolving situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, we

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director Greetings to everyone on May 3, Soka Gakkai Day—a day of advancement and fresh starts! On this occasion, we celebrate the 69th anniversary of Josei Toda’s inauguration as second Soka Gakkai president (in 1951) and the 60th anniversary of Ikeda Sensei succeeding his mentor as the third president (1960). And in

This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Soka Gakkai’s founding, the 60th anniversary of Daisaku Ikeda’s inauguration as third president, as well as 60 years since he traveled to the U.S. on October 2, 1960, as his first step to spread the life-affirming teaching of Nichiren Buddhism throughout the world. In this most auspicious

When is the May Commemorative Contribution campaign? April 28–June 7April 24 Online Contribution Begins What’s the significance of this year’s May Contribution Activity? This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Soka Gakkai’s founding, the 60th anniversary of Daisaku Ikeda’s inauguration as third president, as well as 60 years since he traveled to the U.S.

What’s the significance of this year’s May Contribution activity?  This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Soka Gakkai’s founding, the 60th anniversary of Daisaku Ikeda’s inauguration as third president, as well as 60 years since he traveled to the U.S. on Oct. 2, 1960, as his first step to spread the life-affirming teaching of

What are we commemorating? The May Commemorative Contribution is an opportunity for us to refresh our bodhisattva vow to advance kosen-rufu in the month that Daisaku Ikeda was inaugurated the third Soka Gakkai president on May 3, 1960. He was 32 years old. This year marks the 60th anniversary of that historic day. Only five

by Naoko Leslie SGI-USA Women’s Leader To our precious and irreplaceable SGI-USA members, Thank you very much for your tremendous efforts each day to encourage fellow members, family and friends by connecting one to one, life to life, using the voice of the Buddha to expand hope in this time of uncertainty with the COVID-19

Severing Attachments That Perpetuate Our Suffering Among the practices that Buddhists carry out is that of almsgiving. There are two types of almsgiving: the offering of goods and the offering of the Law. By engaging in both, we can overcome our sufferings and walk the direct path to Buddhahood. The offering of goods allows us to

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director Greetings to everyone on May 3—Soka Gakkai Mother’s Day, and inauguration day for second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda and SGI President Daisaku Ikeda—a day of advancement and fresh starts. We have tremendous fortune to be alive at this significant juncture and fulfill our unique, irreplaceable missions in the eternal

The World Tribune sat down with SGI-USA General Director Adin Strauss to learn about how financial contributions to the SGI-USA support its disaster relief efforts. This article also features vignettes from SGI-USA leaders who have closely worked with members impacted by natural disasters, and a member who received support in a time of need. by

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director Thank you very much for your extraordinary efforts to advance our kosen-rufu movement in this Year of Soka Victory. I understand how hard you are striving day after day to foster a generation of successors. SGI President Ikeda states unequivocally: “The SGI-USA’s progress serves as a model for and gives

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director To the precious members of the SGI-USA, Thank you very much for your dedicated efforts to support the May Commemorative Contribution activity in 2019, the Year of Soka Victory! We will ensure that your sincere financial contributions are used in the most effective ways to advance kosen-rufu. Members’ contributions support

In the following excerpts, which are from The New Human Revolution, vol. 4, pp. 115–19, Shin’ichi Yamamoto (the character depicting SGI President Ikeda in the novel) turns to passages from Nichiren Daishonin’s writings to reflect on the meaning of making offerings in Buddhism. Shin’ichi [Yamamoto] opened his copy of Nichiren [Daishonin’s] writings. He wanted to