SGI President Ikeda's Daily Encouragement September 3, 2011 [ true character, mentor disciple relationship ]

True character is only forged through hardship and suffering. Moreover, it is the mentor-disciple relationship, not organizational structures, that builds character. Many great scholars, pioneers and leaders of the world have come to note how crucial the mentor-disciple relationship is.

One must live with dignity. Character is the foundation of human rights. It is far more valuable than money. No true peace can be achieved as long as seek only material wealth.

GOSHO PASSAGE

Suppose there is a ship that sails on the open sea. Though the ship is stoutly built, if it is flooded by a leak, those on the ship are sure to drown together. Though the embankment between rice fields is firm, if there is an ant hole in it, then surely, in the long run, it will not remain full of water. Bail the seawater of slander and disbelief out of the ship of your life, and solidify the embankments of your faith.

(WND 626) The Embankments of Faith
Written to the lay nun Sennichi on September 3, 1275

BUDDHISM DAY BY DAY - WISDOM FOR MODERN LIFE

Viewing events and situations in a positive light is important. The strength, wisdom and cheerfulness that accompany such an attitude lead to happiness. To regard everything in a positive light or with a spirit of goodwill, however, does not mean being foolishly gullible and allowing people to take advantage of your good nature. It means having the wisdom and perception to actually move things in a positive direction by seeing things in their best light, while all the time keeping your eyes firmly focused on reality.

A YOUTHFUL DIARY - Friday, November 20 (1959) Clear

   On the 17th, the sixty-fifth high priest, Nichijun Horigome, died.
   High Priest Nittatsu Hosoi's new era has begun. Determined to realize kosen-rufu without fail during the tenure of this new high priest.
   Each day is becoming busier.
   Sense the dawn of kosen-rufu is near.