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Meet some of the youth leading the charge toward the chapter-led March Youth Peace Festivals.

The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s speech at the 4th Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting in Tokyo, on Feb. 8, 2007, which were published in the Jan. 17, 2012, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. On Feb. 8, 1951, a small group of bright young people, whom I had personally selected,

After years of struggle, he had achieved the impossible. Second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda realized his lifetime goal of expanding the Soka Gakkai’s movement to 750,000 households in late 1957. Alongside his monumental achievement, however, Mr. Toda’s health declined rapidly. In March 1958, sensing his life was coming to an end, Mr. Toda suggested

In “The Teacher of the Law,” the 10th chapter of the Lotus Sutra, Shakyamuni Buddha teaches the importance of spreading the Mystic Law long after his passing, describing the challenging task of doing so in a confusing, strife-filled era, the current Latter Day of the Law. He introduces the three rules of preaching, also known

This year, SGI-USA youth will hold chapter-level March Youth Peace Festivals with the determination to create peace in their local communities. The World Tribune is featuring chapter youth leaders and how they are applying Ikeda Sensei’s guidance to win where they are. Ikeda Sensei’s Guidance:  No matter what the circumstances, the person with firm resolve

This series highlights how Buddhism can enhance daily living. As Nichiren Daishonin says: “When the skies are clear, the ground is illuminated. Similarly, when one knows the Lotus Sutra, one understands the meaning of all worldly affairs.” I have always felt a gift diamond shines so much better than one you buy for yourself.” These

The first successful ascent of Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, took place on May 29, 1953, by a British expedition including New Zealand mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary (1919–2008) and the Nepalese Sherpa Tenzing Norgay (1914–86). Ikeda Sensei draws key lessons for victory from this momentous achievement. These four points are from Sensei’s speech published

The biodiversity and natural beauty of Kinabalu Park garnered it official recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000. The park traverses four separate climactic zones. In a single day, visitors can explore lowland rainforests, subalpine meadows and ascend the park’s namesake, Mount Kinabalu. The mountain stands at 13,435 feet, as the highest peak

The mighty cryof Okinawan championsreverberates through the heavens.The Buddhas and heavenly deitiesrejoice and protect them. The following essay by Ikeda Sensei was published in the June 28, 2009, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. The first part of this essay was published in the March 1, 2024, World Tribune. The mighty cryof

3/5 Founding of the Men’s Division In 1966, 750 representatives gathered with Ikeda Sensei at the Soka Gakkai Headquarters in Tokyo, marking the establishment of the men’s division. On that occasion, he said, “If the men’s division develops remarkably and establishes a solid framework for kosen-rufu, our organization will remain secure forever” (The New Human

by Mitch BogenSpecial to the Tribune Among the causes closest to the heart of Daisaku Ikeda was that of abolishing nuclear weapons. On Jan. 22, the Ikeda Center for Peace, Learning, and Dialogue furthered that cause by hosting a seminar that brought together 12 students from Soka University of America (SUA) with representatives from International

On Feb. 20, Pina Picierno, vice president of the European Parliament, hosted an event titled “Promoting Peace Through Dialogue and Human Revolution: The Life of Daisaku Ikeda” at the European Parliament in Brussels. It honored the SGI president’s life and contributions in the areas of peace, culture and education. Scan the QR code to watch

Enduring gain and loss, I understand that victory is decided by my determination.

What the Many Treasures Group has to say about friendship.

The following message by Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada was published in the March 2024 issue of the Soka Gakkai’s monthly study journal, Daibyakurenge. On March 1, 1954, the young Daisaku Ikeda wrote in his diary: “Spring has arrived at long last. The gentle breezes, the budding greenery, the mist—all seem to be drawing in

This series highlights how Buddhism can enhance daily living. As Nichiren Daishonin says: “When the skies are clear, the ground is illuminated. Similarly, when one knows the Lotus Sutra, one understands the meaning of all worldly affairs.” Eternity can be distilled in a single moment of life—a moment when a person’s humanity, past and future,

In central Mexico’s Guanajuato, a kaleidoscope of Neoclassical and Baroque buildings stacked atop one another comprises the city’s historic core. The disorderly townscape, uncharacteristic of organized Spanish colonial settlements, was brought about by the rapid influx of people that started after the 1548 discovery of silver deposits in nearby mountains. By the 18th century, Guanajuato

Trogir is a fortified island town in Croatia, founded by Greek settlers over 2,000 years ago. Its cultural heritage has been well preserved, largely due to its surrounding walls and manmade water channel separating it from the mainland. Trogir’s layout dates back to prehistoric times. At the center of the main town square stands the

The following essay by Ikeda Sensei was originally published in the June 28, 2009, issue of the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper, Seikyo Shimbun. Joyfully communicatingwith many people,take actionas wonderfulchampions of youth. Michel de Montaigne (1533–92), whose work I took great pleasure in reading in my youth, emphasized the importance of conversing with others. He said:

The SGI-USA will hold its first introductory exam of 2024 on April 13–14. This will also be the first exam on new introductory material and will be offered in English and Spanish. Here is everything you need to know to get started! ELIGIBILITY This exam is for all new members, and everyone who has not