Wherever we are, it is necessary to begin with the revitalization of individual human beings

Daily Guidance Sat 06/14

For Today and Tomorrow Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda Thursday, June 14, 2012 Chanting daimoku is the foundation of the Daishonin's Buddhism. When we chant sonorous daimoku, the sun rises in our hearts.  We are filled with power. Compassion wells forth.  Our lives are lit with joy.  Our wisdom shines.  All Buddhas and Buddhist gods throughout the universe go to work on our behalf. Life becomes exhilarating.       Buddhism Day by Day Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Thursday, June 14, 2012 Wherever we are, it is necessary to begin with the revitalization of individual human beings.  That will lead to the reformation of society and the world through human revolution.  That is the teaching of the Lotus Sutra.  And actions directed toward that end, I would like to stress, represent the wisdom of the Lotus Sutra.       Daily Wisdom From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Thursday, June 14, 2012 The Buddha dwells within our hearts.  For example, flint has the potential to produce fire, and gems have intrinsic value. We ordinary people can see neither our own eyelashes, which are so close, nor the heavens in the distance.  Likewise, we do not see that the Buddha exists in our own hearts. The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1137 New Years Gosho Written to the wife of Omosu on January 5, year unknown