April 3, 2020, World Tribune

My human revolution opened the path for me to accomplish a decadeslong dream. by Rodney Mitchell Phoenix The benefits I’ve received through my 32 years of Buddhist practice have been nothing short of amazing. One of the most enduring experiences has been my career as a lawyer. Inspired by SGI President Ikeda’s humanistic behavior when

The following essay by SGI President Ikeda was originally published in the March 11 issue of the Seikyo Shimbun, the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper. Weathering wind and snow, we are the flag bearers of the noble cause of the Bodhisattvas of the Earth; now standing solidly united, we hold high the banner of mission. •

by Jihii Jolly Correspondent NEW YORK, March 4—SGI members, friends and distinguished guests filled the main auditorium of the SGI-USA New York Culture Center for a lecture by noted climate scientist Alan Robock, on the climatic and humanitarian impacts of nuclear war. Dr. Robock, a distinguished professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at Rutgers

SGI President Ikeda received an honorary doctorate of philosophy in education administration on Feb. 27 from Central Mindanao University in Bukidnon, Philippines, for his great contribution of advancing world peace through education. This brings his total number of academic honors (honorary professorships and honorary doctorates from educational institutions worldwide) to nearly 400. The award ceremony

As practice progresses and understanding grows, the three obstacles and four devils emerge in confusing form, vying with one another to interfere. … One should be neither influenced nor frightened by them. (“Letter to the Brothers,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 501) The “three obstacles and four devils” symbolize the internal and

The World Tribune spoke with SGI-USA members who are medical professionals involved in the front-line response to the COVID-19 crisis to learn about their work and how they’re using their Buddhist practice to navigate through this critical time. Awakening the Bodhisattva Life Condition by Victoria Smith SGI-USA Doctors’ Division Women’s Leader Associate Medical DirectorKenner, La.

by Oscar Villaseñor 22 years oldTucson, Ariz. In March, I celebrated my third year as an SGI member, and I feel so fortunate and amazed by what my Buddhist practice has done for me. Before encountering Buddhism, I had spiraled into a depression and isolated myself from everyone, including my own family. My mom’s friend

by Adin Strauss SGI-USA General Director Many SGI members, especially those of us who’ve been practicing Buddhism for many years, have studied about the “protective forces” that we can summon through our practice. The “forces” we speak of are nothing other than the power of the Buddha and the Law that exist within our lives

Please refer to cdc.gov for further information on the new coronavirus (COVID-19) and how to prevent illness. The following symptoms may appear 2–14 days after exposure to COVID-19. How the Coronavirus Spreads The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly among people who

Cherry trees herald the arrival of spring this year, blooming in brilliant profusion across the world. But did you know that for cherry trees to bloom in spring, the flower buds first form in the summer, and then enter a period of dormancy in autumn. These buds must go through the cold of winter to