CategoryTo My Friends

Studying the philosophy of our   Buddhist faith and putting it   into practice is the proud tradition   of the Soka Gakkai. [The Daishonin admonishes:]   “You must not only persevere yourself;    you must also teach others.”(*) Together, let’s exert ourselves in the   two ways of practice and study! (*)“The True Aspect

I express my heartfelt appreciation   to those who help deliver our    organizational newspaper despite   terrible weather conditions. Don’t do anything rash―   make safety your foremost   priority, and stay accident-free! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Nichiren Daishonin affirms, “You will grow younger, and your    good fortune will accumulate.”(*) Let’s hold harmonious and fruitful   discussion meetings and convey our    heartfelt respect and appreciation   to all of our remarkable “Many Treasures”―   our elderly mothers and fathers! (*)“The Unity of Husband and Wife,” WND p. 464  Tentative translation

Take utmost precautions against   the severe typhoon! Confirm the latest weather report   and be fully prepared for   natural disasters! Nichiren Daishonin warns us to “be millions of times more    careful than ever.”(*) (*)”The Hero of the World,” WND-1, p. 839 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun,

The first step to building peace is   to reach out to our closest friends   and strengthen our bonds of friendship.Let’s cultivate and spread a solidarity   of happiness from where we happen   to be right now! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent

The causes we make in the present   determine the results we reap in the future. Let’s clearly determine our goals and   steadily keep up the challenge! Success shines for those who continue   to strive! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

A Buddhist is the first to rush   to the aid of friends who are   challenging hardships. Let’s encourage others with words   brimming with conviction and   warmth and dramatically transform   our karma together! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth   who live to fulfill your noble mission! Steadily and cheerfully make    victorious breakthroughs on the   stage of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Youthful Bodhisattvas of the Earth   who live to fulfill your noble mission! Steadily and cheerfully make    victorious breakthroughs on the   stage of kosen-rufu! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Creating harmony in our family is an important goal of faith. Let’s express our heartfelt    appreciation to our families who   encourage and support us. Let’s keep this in mind and make   efforts every day! Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

When we endeavor to practice   our faith joyfully and courageously,   “flowers” of fortune and benefit   will bloom in our lives. Let’s remember to always have a   heart of appreciation and repay our   debts of gratitude as we show actual   proof of victory in life! Tentative translation of “To My