Buddhism teaches the principle of "like the lotus flower in the water." Just like the lotus growing in the muddy swamp brings forth beautiful blossoms, let’s show actual proof of the true happiness that we can attain and the outstanding victories that we can achieve in the midst of the difficult and harsh realities of life! The essential foundation for doing so is chanting daimoku!
Translation of "To My Friends" published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda's recent guidance, with universal value and application