Saturday, June 16, 2012

No one can escape death; Hence practise the Middle Way -- to lead a truly humane and essential existence

Daily Guidance Wed 06/13

 

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For Today and Tomorrow


Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

It all comes down to hope.  If we SGI members advance with hope and buoyant spirits, then we have nothing to fear in either the present or the future. The Law will continue to spread as long as those who uphold it remain vigorous and well.

 

 

 

Buddhism Day by Day


Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

No one can escape death.  Precisely because of this, when people resolve to live at each instant with all their might, to make the present moment shine by living true to themselves and leading truly humane existences, they can summon forth immense strength.  At the same time, they can manifest a considerate spirit toward others. Herein lies the Middle Way. Buddhism is the philosophy that teaches this essential way of life.

 

 

 

 

 

    Daily Wisdom


From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, June 13, 2012

When an evil ruler in consort with priests of erroneous teachings tries to destroy the correct teaching and do away with a man of wisdom, those with the heart of a lion king are sure to attain Buddhahood.  Like Nichiren, for example.  I say this not out of arrogance but because I am deeply committed to the correct teaching.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 302
Letter to Sado
Written to Toki Jonin on March 20, 1272