The Daishonin asserts, “A hundred years of practice in the Land of Perfect Bliss cannot compare to the benefit gained from one day’s practice in the impure world.” Let’s be decisive in taking on any and all challenges that may confront us! The bigger the hardships we encounter, the more immeasurable benefits that can shine in our lives!
Translation of "To My Friends" published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, with universal value and application
The mission of a leader is to take exemplary action! Jumping right into the heart of activities for kosen-rufu, let’s create a whirlpool of development! Let’s always try to guide with conviction and passion! It’s our earnest gongyo and daimoku that is the wellspring of hope and happiness in our lives. Let’s vigorously and sonorously chant the Mystic Law with the rhythm of a galloping white horse in the sky! Brimming with powerful life force, let’s propel ourselves forwards! Let’s advance together with those who are studying for our Buddhist Introductory Exam! The Daishonin encourages us, "Teach others to the best of your ability, even if it is only a single sentence or phrase. With enthusiasm, let's study this ultimate philosophy of life and cheerfully share it with as many people as we can! The Daishonin encourages us, "Even a feeble person will not stumble if those supporting them are strong." Especially for those who are extremely busy with work, raising children, caring for a family member, etc., let’s be sure to try to empathise and understand their situations and at the same time let's offer them the warmest words of encouragement we can! What results are manifested in the future is determined by the causes that we are creating right at this moment. Let’s summon up our courage and put our faith into action! Making a decision or determination means that we immediately take action. And as we do, instantly boundless joy overflows in our hearts! Let’s always respond with lightning speed when our friends share something that matters to them, and always be responsive to their needs when they lean on us for advice or encouragement! Our “speed" of response is what really demonstrates our sincerity and seriousness of intent. Let’s become leaders who stand out in everyone’s minds as truly responsible! Let’s always respond with lightning speed when our friends share something that matters to them, and always be responsive to their needs when they lean on us for advice or encouragement! Our “speed" of response is what really demonstrates our sincerity and seriousness of intent. Let’s become leaders who stand out in everyone’s minds as truly responsible! Let’s always keep moving forwards! Let’s always try to advance one step! Buddhism is all about “the mystic principle of true cause.” The ones who battle through any circumstances that might be going on right now are the ones who always win in the end. Just a few words, spoken with conviction are far more convincing than a million words of mere theory. And now, let’s hold the most harmonious of discussion meetings ever! By sharing our personal experiences of this practice together, let’s advance full of joy and on good terms with each other! |
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