Science is based on tested proof or empirical evidence; Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, similarly, teaches that nothing beats actual proof

Daily Guidance Wed 06/06

 

For Today and Tomorrow Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Science is based on tested proof or empirical evidence. You conduct a test or experiment and then observe the results. Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, similarly, teaches that nothing beats actual proof.  In this regard, it stands alone among the religions of the world.  I hope that each year you will strive to show clear proof of victory in Buddhism and your studies.  Please always remember that showing such proof is the mark of a true successor. Events 1871 Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, the Soka Gakkais first president, is born.         Buddhism Day by Day Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Wednesday, June 6, 2012 I have profound reverence for you, I would never dare treat you with disparagement or arrogance. Why? Because you are all practicing the Bodhisattva way and are certain to attain Buddhahood. -The Lotus Sutra               Daily Wisdom From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Wednesday, June 6, 2012 The Great Teacher Dengyo says: "Neither teachers nor disciples need undergo countless kalpas of austere practice in order to attain Buddhahood. Through the power of the Lotus Sutra of the Wonderful Law they can do so in their present form." This means that both the teacher who expounds the principles of the Lotus Sutra and the disciple who receives his teachings will, in no long time, together become Buddhas through the power of the Lotus Sutra. The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 133 Conversation between a Sage and an Unenlightened Man Recipient unknown; written in 1265