when you see someone who embraces the Mystic Law, you should rise and greet them from afar, showing them the same respect you would a Buddha.

Daily Guidance Wed 02/08

 

Toda greeting members through a train window, 1956 For Today and Tomorrow Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, February 8, 2012 I hope that as leaders you will always express your appreciation for and do your utmost to support the many sincere members who are steadfastly exerting themselves in faith. The Daishonin says that when you see someone who embraces the Mystic Law, you should rise and greet them from afar, showing them the same respect you would a Buddha.         Toda with Ikuko (standing, left) and son, Takahisa (center), 1940 Buddhism Day by Day Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, February 8, 2012 Josei Toda often compared death to sleep. When we have been awake for a long time, we tire and go to sleep. And when we wake up after a sound sleep, our vitality is restored.  After we have been alive for a long time, we grow weary and die.  And then we set out on a new life with a fresh spirit. Death is a period of "recharging" for our next existence.       Toda and Ikeda, 1956 Daily Wisdom From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Wednesday, February 8, 2012 Not even the wisdom of the Buddha can fathom the blessings that one will obtain by giving alms to Nichiren and by becoming his disciple and lay supporter. The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 384 The True Aspect of All Phenomena Written to Sairen-bo Nichijo on May 17, 1273         Women's Division Month