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From the Writings of Nichiren DaishoninTuesday, November 30, 2010:
Though water may be muddied, it will again become clear. Though the moon may hide behind the clouds, it will surely reappear. Similarly, in time my innocence became apparent, and my predictions proved not to have been in vain.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1007
Letter to the Lay Priest Nakaoki
Written to the lay priest Nakaoki and his wife on November 30, 1279
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 29, 2010:
Whether or not your prayer is answered will depend upon your faith; [if it is not,] I will in no way be to blame. When the water is clear, the moon is reflected. When the wind blows, the trees shake. Our minds are like the water. Faith that is weak is like muddy water, while faith that is brave is like clear water. Understand that the trees are like principles, and the wind that shakes them is like the recitation of the sutra.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1079
Reply to the Lay Nun Nichigon
Written to the lay nun Nichigon on November 29, 1280
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 29, 2010:
Whether or not your prayer is answered will depend upon your faith; [if it is not,] I will in no way be to blame. When the water is clear, the moon is reflected. When the wind blows, the trees shake. Our minds are like the water. Faith that is weak is like muddy water, while faith that is brave is like clear water. Understand that the trees are like principles, and the wind that shakes them is like the recitation of the sutra.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1079
Reply to the Lay Nun Nichigon
Written to the lay nun Nichigon on November 29, 1280
Sunday, November 28, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 28, 2010:
Buddhism spreads according to the time and the people's capacity. Although I may not be worthy of this teaching, I expound it because the time is right.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 861
This is What I Heard
Written to the lay priest Soya Jiro on November 28, 1277
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 28, 2010:
Buddhism spreads according to the time and the people's capacity. Although I may not be worthy of this teaching, I expound it because the time is right.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 861
This is What I Heard
Written to the lay priest Soya Jiro on November 28, 1277
Saturday, November 27, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 27, 2010:
Only in the Lotus Sutra do we read that a woman who embraces this sutra not only excels all other women, but also surpasses all men.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 462
The Unity of Husband and Wife
Written to Nichigen-nyo on January 27, 1275
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 27, 2010:
Only in the Lotus Sutra do we read that a woman who embraces this sutra not only excels all other women, but also surpasses all men.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 462
The Unity of Husband and Wife
Written to Nichigen-nyo on January 27, 1275
Friday, November 26, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 26, 2010:
Even if we should gather all the water of the four great oceans to wet inkstones, burn all the trees and plants to cinders to make ink, collect the hairs of all beasts for writing brushes, employ all the surfaces of the worlds in the ten directions for paper, and, with these, set down expressions of gratitude, how could we possibly repay our debt to the Buddha?
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 44
The Four Debts of Gratitude
Written to Kudo Sakon-no-jo Yoshitaka on January 16, 1262
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 26, 2010:
Even if we should gather all the water of the four great oceans to wet inkstones, burn all the trees and plants to cinders to make ink, collect the hairs of all beasts for writing brushes, employ all the surfaces of the worlds in the ten directions for paper, and, with these, set down expressions of gratitude, how could we possibly repay our debt to the Buddha?
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 44
The Four Debts of Gratitude
Written to Kudo Sakon-no-jo Yoshitaka on January 16, 1262
Thursday, November 25, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 25, 2010:
Strive ever harder in faith, and never give in to negligence. All the people appear to believe sincerely when they first embrace the Lotus Sutra, but as time passes, they tend to become less devout; they no longer revere nor make offerings to the priest, giving themselves up to arrogance and forming distorted views. This is most frightening.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1027
Letter to Niike
Written to Niike Saemon-no-jo in February 1280
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 25, 2010:
Strive ever harder in faith, and never give in to negligence. All the people appear to believe sincerely when they first embrace the Lotus Sutra, but as time passes, they tend to become less devout; they no longer revere nor make offerings to the priest, giving themselves up to arrogance and forming distorted views. This is most frightening.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1027
Letter to Niike
Written to Niike Saemon-no-jo in February 1280
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 24, 2010:
A person of wisdom is one who, understanding the time, spreads the teachings of the Lotus Sutra accordingly; this is his most important task. If a person's throat is dry, what he needs is water; he has no use for bows and arrows, weapons and sticks. If a person is naked, he wants a suit of clothes but has no need for water. From one or two examples you can guess the principle that applies in general.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 518
Letter to Horen
Written to Soya Kyoshin in April 1275
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 24, 2010:
A person of wisdom is one who, understanding the time, spreads the teachings of the Lotus Sutra accordingly; this is his most important task. If a person's throat is dry, what he needs is water; he has no use for bows and arrows, weapons and sticks. If a person is naked, he wants a suit of clothes but has no need for water. From one or two examples you can guess the principle that applies in general.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 518
Letter to Horen
Written to Soya Kyoshin in April 1275
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 23, 2010:
You absolutely must not lament over my exile. It says in the "Encouraging Devotion" chapter and in the "Never Disparaging" chapter [that the votary of the Lotus Sutra will meet with persecution]. Life is limited; we must not begrudge it. What we should ultimately aspire to is the Buddha land.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 214
Aspiration for the Buddha Land
Written to Toki Jonin on November 23, 1271
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 23, 2010:
You absolutely must not lament over my exile. It says in the "Encouraging Devotion" chapter and in the "Never Disparaging" chapter [that the votary of the Lotus Sutra will meet with persecution]. Life is limited; we must not begrudge it. What we should ultimately aspire to is the Buddha land.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 214
Aspiration for the Buddha Land
Written to Toki Jonin on November 23, 1271
Monday, November 22, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 22, 2010:
But now you, born a woman in the evil world of the latter age, while being reviled, struck and persecuted by the barbaric inhabitants of this island country who are unaware of these things, have endured and are propagating the Lotus Sutra. The Buddha at Eagle Peak surely perceives that your surpass the nun [Mahaprajapati] as greatly as clouds do mud. The name of that nun, the Buddha Gladly Seen by All Living Beings, is no unrelated matter; it is now the name of the lay nun Myoho.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1106
Reply to the Lay Nun Myoho
Written to the lay nun Myoho in 1281
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 22, 2010:
But now you, born a woman in the evil world of the latter age, while being reviled, struck and persecuted by the barbaric inhabitants of this island country who are unaware of these things, have endured and are propagating the Lotus Sutra. The Buddha at Eagle Peak surely perceives that your surpass the nun [Mahaprajapati] as greatly as clouds do mud. The name of that nun, the Buddha Gladly Seen by All Living Beings, is no unrelated matter; it is now the name of the lay nun Myoho.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1106
Reply to the Lay Nun Myoho
Written to the lay nun Myoho in 1281
Sunday, November 21, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 21, 2010:
There is definitely something extraordinary in the ebb and flow of the tide, the rising and setting of the moon, and the way in which summer, autumn, winter and spring give way to each other. Something uncommon also occurs when an ordinary person attains Buddhahood. At such a time, the three obstacles and four devils will invariably appear, and the wise will rejoice while the foolish will retreat.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 637
The Three Obstacles and Four Devils
Written to Ikegami Hyoe no Sakan Munenaga on November 20, 1277
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 21, 2010:
There is definitely something extraordinary in the ebb and flow of the tide, the rising and setting of the moon, and the way in which summer, autumn, winter and spring give way to each other. Something uncommon also occurs when an ordinary person attains Buddhahood. At such a time, the three obstacles and four devils will invariably appear, and the wise will rejoice while the foolish will retreat.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 637
The Three Obstacles and Four Devils
Written to Ikegami Hyoe no Sakan Munenaga on November 20, 1277
Saturday, November 20, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 20, 2010:
You should not have the slightest fear in your heart. It is lack of courage that prevents one from attaining Buddhahood, although one may have professed faith in the Lotus Sutra many times since innumerable kalpas ago.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 637
The Three Obstacles and Four Devils
Written to Ikegami Hyoe no Sakan Munenaga on November 20, 1277
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 20, 2010:
You should not have the slightest fear in your heart. It is lack of courage that prevents one from attaining Buddhahood, although one may have professed faith in the Lotus Sutra many times since innumerable kalpas ago.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 637
The Three Obstacles and Four Devils
Written to Ikegami Hyoe no Sakan Munenaga on November 20, 1277
Friday, November 19, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 19, 2010:
In this age, it is as natural for a woman to change her fixed karma by practicing the Lotus Sutra as it is for rice to ripen in fall or chrysanthemums to bloom in winter. When I prayed for my mother, not only was her illness cured, but her life was prolonged by four years. Now you too have fallen ill, and as a woman, it is all the more timely for you to establish steadfast faith in the Lotus Sutra and see what it will do for you.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 955
On Prolonging One's Life Span
Written to the lay nun Myojo in 1279
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 19, 2010:
In this age, it is as natural for a woman to change her fixed karma by practicing the Lotus Sutra as it is for rice to ripen in fall or chrysanthemums to bloom in winter. When I prayed for my mother, not only was her illness cured, but her life was prolonged by four years. Now you too have fallen ill, and as a woman, it is all the more timely for you to establish steadfast faith in the Lotus Sutra and see what it will do for you.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 955
On Prolonging One's Life Span
Written to the lay nun Myojo in 1279
Thursday, November 18, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 18, 2010:
How long does a lifetime last? If one stops to consider, it is like a single night's lodging at a wayside inn. Should one forget that fact and seek some measure of worldly fame and profit? Though you may gain them, they will be mere prosperity in a dream, a delight scarcely to be prized. You would do better simply to leave such matters to the karma formed in your previous existences.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 63
Questions and Answers about Embracing the Lotus Sutra
Recipient unknown; written in March 1263
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 18, 2010:
How long does a lifetime last? If one stops to consider, it is like a single night's lodging at a wayside inn. Should one forget that fact and seek some measure of worldly fame and profit? Though you may gain them, they will be mere prosperity in a dream, a delight scarcely to be prized. You would do better simply to leave such matters to the karma formed in your previous existences.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 63
Questions and Answers about Embracing the Lotus Sutra
Recipient unknown; written in March 1263
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 17, 2010:
The same is true of your attaining Buddhahood. No matter what grave offenses you might have committed, because you did not turn against the Lotus Sutra, but showed your devotion by accompanying me, you will surely become a Buddha. Yours is like the case of King Possessor of Virtue, who gave his life to save the monk Realization of Virtue and became Shakyamuni Buddha. Faith in the Lotus Sutra acts as a prayer [to attain Buddhahood]. Strengthen your resolve to seek the way all the more and achieve Buddhahood in this lifetime.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 946
The Receipt of New Fiefs
Written to Shijo Kingo in October 1278
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 17, 2010:
The same is true of your attaining Buddhahood. No matter what grave offenses you might have committed, because you did not turn against the Lotus Sutra, but showed your devotion by accompanying me, you will surely become a Buddha. Yours is like the case of King Possessor of Virtue, who gave his life to save the monk Realization of Virtue and became Shakyamuni Buddha. Faith in the Lotus Sutra acts as a prayer [to attain Buddhahood]. Strengthen your resolve to seek the way all the more and achieve Buddhahood in this lifetime.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 946
The Receipt of New Fiefs
Written to Shijo Kingo in October 1278
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 16, 2010:
Thus it seemed that I could not possibly escape with my life. Whatever the design of the heavenly gods in the matter may have been, every single steward and Nembutsu believer worthy of the name kept strict watch on my hut day and night, determined to prevent anyone from communicating with me. Never in any lifetime will I forget how under those circumstances you, with Abutsu-bo carrying a wooden container of food on his back, came in the night again and again to bring me aid.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 932
The Sutra of True Requital
Written to the lay nun Sennichi on July 28, 1278
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 16, 2010:
Thus it seemed that I could not possibly escape with my life. Whatever the design of the heavenly gods in the matter may have been, every single steward and Nembutsu believer worthy of the name kept strict watch on my hut day and night, determined to prevent anyone from communicating with me. Never in any lifetime will I forget how under those circumstances you, with Abutsu-bo carrying a wooden container of food on his back, came in the night again and again to bring me aid.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 932
The Sutra of True Requital
Written to the lay nun Sennichi on July 28, 1278
Monday, November 15, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 15, 2010:
The benefit of all the other sutras is uncertain, because they teach that one must first make good causes and only then can one become a Buddha at some later time. With regard to the Lotus Sutra, when one's hand takes it up, that hand immediately attains Buddhahood, and when one's mouth chants it, that mouth is itself a Buddha, as, for example, the moon is reflected in the water the moment it appears from behind the eastern mountains, or as a sound and its echo arise simultaneously.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1099
Wu-lung and I-lung
Written to the lay nun Ueno on November 15, 1281
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 15, 2010:
The benefit of all the other sutras is uncertain, because they teach that one must first make good causes and only then can one become a Buddha at some later time. With regard to the Lotus Sutra, when one's hand takes it up, that hand immediately attains Buddhahood, and when one's mouth chants it, that mouth is itself a Buddha, as, for example, the moon is reflected in the water the moment it appears from behind the eastern mountains, or as a sound and its echo arise simultaneously.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1099
Wu-lung and I-lung
Written to the lay nun Ueno on November 15, 1281
Sunday, November 14, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 14, 2010:
When once we chant Myoho-renge-kyo, with just that single sound we summon forth and manifest the Buddha nature of all Buddhas; all existences; all bodhisattvas; all voice-hearers; all the deities such as Brahma, Shakra, and King Yama; the sun and moon, and the myriad stars; the heavenly gods and earthly deities, on down to hell-dwellers, hungry spirits, animals, asuras, human and heavenly beings, and all other living beings. This blessing is immeasurable and boundless.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 887
How Those Initially Aspiring to the Way Can Attain Buddhahood through the Lotus Sutra
Written to the lay nun Myoho in 1277
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 14, 2010:
When once we chant Myoho-renge-kyo, with just that single sound we summon forth and manifest the Buddha nature of all Buddhas; all existences; all bodhisattvas; all voice-hearers; all the deities such as Brahma, Shakra, and King Yama; the sun and moon, and the myriad stars; the heavenly gods and earthly deities, on down to hell-dwellers, hungry spirits, animals, asuras, human and heavenly beings, and all other living beings. This blessing is immeasurable and boundless.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 887
How Those Initially Aspiring to the Way Can Attain Buddhahood through the Lotus Sutra
Written to the lay nun Myoho in 1277
Saturday, November 13, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 13, 2010:
Kai-ko said: ". . . I felt it a terrible pity that someone such as he, outstanding in every respect, should die so young. Reconsidering the matter, however, I realized that it was because of this boy's death that his mother became a seeker of the way and his father began to practice, praying for his repose. How marvelous, I thought. Moreover, the fact that they have put their trust in the Lotus Sutra, which all people detest, must mean that their deceased son has been at their side and encouraged them to do so." I also believe this to be the case.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1050
The Sons Pure Storehouse and Pure Eye
Recipient unknown; written on July 7, 1280
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 13, 2010:
Kai-ko said: ". . . I felt it a terrible pity that someone such as he, outstanding in every respect, should die so young. Reconsidering the matter, however, I realized that it was because of this boy's death that his mother became a seeker of the way and his father began to practice, praying for his repose. How marvelous, I thought. Moreover, the fact that they have put their trust in the Lotus Sutra, which all people detest, must mean that their deceased son has been at their side and encouraged them to do so." I also believe this to be the case.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1050
The Sons Pure Storehouse and Pure Eye
Recipient unknown; written on July 7, 1280
Friday, November 12, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 12, 2010:
Even if your fiefs should be confiscated or you yourself driven out, you must think that it is due to the workings of the ten demon daughters, and wholeheartedly entrust yourself to them. Had I not been exiled, but remained in Kamakura, I would certainly have been killed in the battle. In like manner, since remaining in your lord's service will likely be to your detriment, this may well be the design of Shakyamuni Buddha.
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 12, 2010:
Even if your fiefs should be confiscated or you yourself driven out, you must think that it is due to the workings of the ten demon daughters, and wholeheartedly entrust yourself to them. Had I not been exiled, but remained in Kamakura, I would certainly have been killed in the battle. In like manner, since remaining in your lord's service will likely be to your detriment, this may well be the design of Shakyamuni Buddha.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 11, 2010:
Worthy persons deserve to be called so because they are not carried away by the eight winds: prosperity, decline, disgrace, honor, praise, censure, suffering and pleasure. They are neither elated by prosperity nor grieved by decline. The heavenly gods will surely protect one who is unbending before the eight winds. But if you nurse an unreasonable grudge against your lord, they will not protect you, not for all your prayers.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 794
The Eight Winds
Written to Shijo Kingo in 1277
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 11, 2010:
Worthy persons deserve to be called so because they are not carried away by the eight winds: prosperity, decline, disgrace, honor, praise, censure, suffering and pleasure. They are neither elated by prosperity nor grieved by decline. The heavenly gods will surely protect one who is unbending before the eight winds. But if you nurse an unreasonable grudge against your lord, they will not protect you, not for all your prayers.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 794
The Eight Winds
Written to Shijo Kingo in 1277
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 10, 2010:
Moreover, as life does not go beyond the moment, the Buddha expounded the blessings that come from a single moment of rejoicing [on hearing the Lotus Sutra]. If two or three moments were required, this could no longer be called the original vow of the Buddha endowed with great impartial wisdom, the single vehicle of the teaching that directly reveals the truth and leads all living beings to attain Buddhahood.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 63Questions and Answers about Embracing the
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 10, 2010:
Moreover, as life does not go beyond the moment, the Buddha expounded the blessings that come from a single moment of rejoicing [on hearing the Lotus Sutra]. If two or three moments were required, this could no longer be called the original vow of the Buddha endowed with great impartial wisdom, the single vehicle of the teaching that directly reveals the truth and leads all living beings to attain Buddhahood.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 63Questions and Answers about Embracing the
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 9, 2010:
Kyo'o's misfortune will change into fortune. Muster your faith, and pray to this Gohonzon. Then what is there that cannot be achieved? There can be no doubt about the sutra passages that say, "This sutra can fulfill their desires, as a clear cool pond can satisfy all those who are thirsty," and "They will enjoy peace and security in their present existence and good circumstances in future existences."
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 412
Reply to Kyo'o
Written to Kyo'o and her parents, Nichigen-nyo and Shijo Kingo, on August 15, 1273
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 9, 2010:
Kyo'o's misfortune will change into fortune. Muster your faith, and pray to this Gohonzon. Then what is there that cannot be achieved? There can be no doubt about the sutra passages that say, "This sutra can fulfill their desires, as a clear cool pond can satisfy all those who are thirsty," and "They will enjoy peace and security in their present existence and good circumstances in future existences."
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 412
Reply to Kyo'o
Written to Kyo'o and her parents, Nichigen-nyo and Shijo Kingo, on August 15, 1273
Monday, November 8, 2010
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 8, 2010:
If you seek enlightenment outside yourself, then your performing even ten thousand practices and ten thousand good deeds will be in vain. It is like the case of a poor man who spends night and day counting his neighbor's wealth but gains not even half a coin. That is why the T'ien-t'ai school's commentary states, "Unless one perceives the nature of one's life, one cannot eradicate one's grave offenses." This passage implies that, unless one perceives the nature of one's life, one's practice will become an endless, painful austerity.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 3
On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime
Written to Toki Jonin in 1255
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 8, 2010:
If you seek enlightenment outside yourself, then your performing even ten thousand practices and ten thousand good deeds will be in vain. It is like the case of a poor man who spends night and day counting his neighbor's wealth but gains not even half a coin. That is why the T'ien-t'ai school's commentary states, "Unless one perceives the nature of one's life, one cannot eradicate one's grave offenses." This passage implies that, unless one perceives the nature of one's life, one's practice will become an endless, painful austerity.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 3
On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime
Written to Toki Jonin in 1255
Sunday, November 7, 2010
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Sunday, November 7, 2010:
I knew from the outset that, if I set aside my fears and declared things exactly as they are, I would be sentenced to death. And even if I should escape the death penalty, I would surely be condemned to exile. So great is the debt of gratitude I owe the Buddha, however, that I have not let others intimidate me, but have spoken out.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 529
Letter to the Lay Priest Ichinosawa
Written to the wife of the lay priest Ichinosawa on May 8, 1275
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, November 7, 2010:
I knew from the outset that, if I set aside my fears and declared things exactly as they are, I would be sentenced to death. And even if I should escape the death penalty, I would surely be condemned to exile. So great is the debt of gratitude I owe the Buddha, however, that I have not let others intimidate me, but have spoken out.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 529
Letter to the Lay Priest Ichinosawa
Written to the wife of the lay priest Ichinosawa on May 8, 1275
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Be Outstanding Leaders of Kosen-rufu
"I have a request I would like to ask of you - the noble leaders of kosen-rufu in your respective countries, individuals who possess an enormous mission. Be role models for thr entire world! Never lose sight of the spirit of the oneness of mentor & diciple! Be outstanding leaders who, for the benefit & happiness of all the members, possess unflagging conviction,passion, courage, persistence, broad-mindedness, and a sense of responsibility! This is what I really want to say to all of you!" SGI President Ikeda Daisaku
SGI Newsletter No. 7954 dated Mar 20, 2010
SGI Newsletter No. 7954 dated Mar 20, 2010
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 6, 2010:
In the end, no one can escape death. The sufferings at that time will be exactly like what we are experiencing now. Since death is the same in either case, you should be willing to offer your life for the Lotus Sutra. Think of this offering as a drop of dew rejoining the ocean, or a speck of dust returning to the earth.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1003
The Dragon Gate
Written to Nanjo Tokimitsu on November 6, 1279
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, November 6, 2010:
In the end, no one can escape death. The sufferings at that time will be exactly like what we are experiencing now. Since death is the same in either case, you should be willing to offer your life for the Lotus Sutra. Think of this offering as a drop of dew rejoining the ocean, or a speck of dust returning to the earth.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1003
The Dragon Gate
Written to Nanjo Tokimitsu on November 6, 1279
Friday, November 5, 2010
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 5, 2010:
Tsukimaro must have chanted Nam-myoho-rennge-kyo with her very first cry at birth. The Lotus Sutra speaks of "the true aspect of all phenomena." T'ien-t'ai said, "Voices do the Buddha's work." This is also what I think. The deaf cannot hear the thunder, and the blind cannot see the light of the sun and moon. But I am quite certain that the ten demon daughters must be together side by side, giving the baby her first bath and watching over her growth.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 188
The Birth of Tsukimaro
Written to Nichigen-nyo and Shijo Kingo on May 8, 1271
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, November 5, 2010:
Tsukimaro must have chanted Nam-myoho-rennge-kyo with her very first cry at birth. The Lotus Sutra speaks of "the true aspect of all phenomena." T'ien-t'ai said, "Voices do the Buddha's work." This is also what I think. The deaf cannot hear the thunder, and the blind cannot see the light of the sun and moon. But I am quite certain that the ten demon daughters must be together side by side, giving the baby her first bath and watching over her growth.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 188
The Birth of Tsukimaro
Written to Nichigen-nyo and Shijo Kingo on May 8, 1271
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 4, 2010:
If you truly fear the sufferings of birth and death and yearn for nirvana, if you carry out your faith and thirst for the way, then the sufferings of change and impermanence will become no more than yesterday's dream, and the awakening of enlightenment will become today's reality.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 130
Conversation between a Sage and an Unenlightened Man
Recipient unknown; written in 1265
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, November 4, 2010:
If you truly fear the sufferings of birth and death and yearn for nirvana, if you carry out your faith and thirst for the way, then the sufferings of change and impermanence will become no more than yesterday's dream, and the awakening of enlightenment will become today's reality.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 130
Conversation between a Sage and an Unenlightened Man
Recipient unknown; written in 1265
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 3, 2010:
Your boils have resulted from only one offense—slandering the correct teaching. The Mystic Law you now embrace surpasses the moon-loving meditation. How could your boils possibly not be healed and your life span not extended?
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 634
On Curing Karmic Disease
Written to the lay priest Ota Jomyo on November 3, 1275
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, November 3, 2010:
Your boils have resulted from only one offense—slandering the correct teaching. The Mystic Law you now embrace surpasses the moon-loving meditation. How could your boils possibly not be healed and your life span not extended?
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 634
On Curing Karmic Disease
Written to the lay priest Ota Jomyo on November 3, 1275
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Congratulation! We have finally purchased a land to build the new culture center!
恭喜大家！我们终于在槟岛找到适合的场地以建立文化会馆。感激大家的题目和祈念。Congratulation! We have finally purchased a land on Penang Island to build the new culture center. We want to thank all of you for your strong daimoku & prayer.
向着未来，我们要祈求诸天的守护,新文化会馆一切文件和手续顺利得到批准，建筑工程无事故。
Moving forward, we want to continue to pray for the smooth and early approval of the application of all government documents and procedures for the establishment & to receive the protection and help of the Buddhist gods in every aspect of the construction process and its completion without any untoward incidents.
胜利的 根本就是题目，是青年部们热诚的祈求！
让我们继续决意每人以至少一天一小时题目以强盛的唱题祈求! 呼吁全体青年部加入《我的30小时挑战》，决意每人以至少一天一小时题目以强盛的唱题祈求，来突破这时代的挑战！
Daimoku and the prayers of the youth will fundamentally lead to victories!
Let’s cont to chant at least 1 hour of daimoku daily! Everyone determines to contribute at least 30 hours of daimoku every month!
以下是新文化会馆祈求目标Below is the New Penang Culture Centre Prayer Objective
1. 槟城新文化会馆所有向政府申请的文件和手续，都顺利早日得到批准。Smooth and early approval of the application of all government documents and procedures for the establishment of the new Penang Culture Centre.
2. 全部各项建筑工程都得到诸天的协助和守护，绝对无事故落成。To receive the protection and help of the Buddhist gods in every aspect of the construction process and its completion without any untoward incidents.
3. 建筑过程中，天气晴朗。Fine weather throughout the construction process.
4. 各人自发向每一期各自御供养目标挑战，达成御供养目标，以期自身宿命转换而得到更大功德。Every member to take initiative and challenge towards own individual target for every contribution campaign – to affect change in our individual karma and to receive greater benefits.
向着未来，我们要祈求诸天的守护,新文化会馆一切文件和手续顺利得到批准，建筑工程无事故。
Moving forward, we want to continue to pray for the smooth and early approval of the application of all government documents and procedures for the establishment & to receive the protection and help of the Buddhist gods in every aspect of the construction process and its completion without any untoward incidents.
胜利的 根本就是题目，是青年部们热诚的祈求！
让我们继续决意每人以至少一天一小时题目以强盛的唱题祈求! 呼吁全体青年部加入《我的30小时挑战》，决意每人以至少一天一小时题目以强盛的唱题祈求，来突破这时代的挑战！
Daimoku and the prayers of the youth will fundamentally lead to victories!
Let’s cont to chant at least 1 hour of daimoku daily! Everyone determines to contribute at least 30 hours of daimoku every month!
以下是新文化会馆祈求目标Below is the New Penang Culture Centre Prayer Objective
1. 槟城新文化会馆所有向政府申请的文件和手续，都顺利早日得到批准。Smooth and early approval of the application of all government documents and procedures for the establishment of the new Penang Culture Centre.
2. 全部各项建筑工程都得到诸天的协助和守护，绝对无事故落成。To receive the protection and help of the Buddhist gods in every aspect of the construction process and its completion without any untoward incidents.
3. 建筑过程中，天气晴朗。Fine weather throughout the construction process.
4. 各人自发向每一期各自御供养目标挑战，达成御供养目标，以期自身宿命转换而得到更大功德。Every member to take initiative and challenge towards own individual target for every contribution campaign – to affect change in our individual karma and to receive greater benefits.
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 2, 2010:
You should realize that it is because of a profound karmic relationship from the past that you can teach others even a sentence or phrase of the Lotus Sutra.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 33
A Ship to Cross the Sea of Suffering
Written to Shiji Shiro on April 28, 1261
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, November 2, 2010:
You should realize that it is because of a profound karmic relationship from the past that you can teach others even a sentence or phrase of the Lotus Sutra.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 33
A Ship to Cross the Sea of Suffering
Written to Shiji Shiro on April 28, 1261
Monday, November 1, 2010
以感恩的题目，加深信心的深度，加强信心的强度！
以感恩的题目，加深信心的深度，加强信心的强度！
刘慧芝
Low Wei Zi
Penang Honbu 2 Chapter 4
- 透过题目的力量，实践人间革命、生命的改革。
- Cuban Revolutionary Patriot, Jose Marti: 苦难使我坚强。 把逆境和苦难当作人生的跳板悠然超越。
- 在学生部时奋斗时所受的苦难一一跨越并挑战过来，深深感受到御本尊在每一次的守护，决意无论身在何处，都要好好报恩！
- 一定要透过自己的实证、人生的实证，去证明佛法和师匠的伟大。
- 户田先生说：“以自己的知识无法做出决定的事，若能以信心为基础，就能做出结论。”下决心：“自己要这么过活”，坚定且坚强的活下去。这就是有信仰、有哲学的人。
- 刚毕业踏入社会大学的路途中，在工作上、人际关系上遇到多么痛苦、糟糕的情况，都坚持不懈地唱有感受的题目，扎实为根，不受环境的影响，去达成和完成自己理梦，追求绝对幸福。
- 加上“我的三十小时题目挑战”，一直都以题目为本。成为灵魂工程师的理想已经完成，还有其他的目标也即将一一实践。一生都会谨记朱理事长赠予的：“为人本教育献身，培育人才”，于教育为我的终生事业，代师匠完成人本教育的伟业。
- 当然，为了报日莲大圣人、师匠及学会的恩，一直努力祈求着，一定得到诸天的守护，早日在槟岛顺利购入建立文化会馆的土地！
- 未来，我决意要以心之财为根本，以教学确立信心。户田先生说：“理生信，信求理”，加深信心,以“豁出去”奋斗于广宣流布；并以“我是现代四条金吾，实践不轻菩萨的精神”的理念，以师心为己心，成为池田先生期望的，国际人！
Daily Wisdom
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From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 1, 2010:
It must be ties of karma from the distant past that have destined you to become my disciple at a time like this. Shakyamuni and Many Treasures certainly realized this truth. The sutra's statement, "Those persons who had heard the Law dwelled here and there in various Buddha lands, constantly reborn in company with their teachers," cannot be false in any way.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 217
The Heritage of the Ultimate Law of Life
Written to Sairen-bo Nichijo on February 11, 1272
From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, November 1, 2010:
It must be ties of karma from the distant past that have destined you to become my disciple at a time like this. Shakyamuni and Many Treasures certainly realized this truth. The sutra's statement, "Those persons who had heard the Law dwelled here and there in various Buddha lands, constantly reborn in company with their teachers," cannot be false in any way.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 217
The Heritage of the Ultimate Law of Life
Written to Sairen-bo Nichijo on February 11, 1272
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