The power of the Mystic Law enables us to bring forth strength to overcome the pain and suffering of sickness with courage and determination

Daily Guidance Mon 01/14

For Today and Tomorrow Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda Monday, January 14, 2013 Everyone at some time suffers from illness in one form or another.  The power of the Mystic Law enables us to bring forth strength to overcome the pain and suffering of sickness with courage and determination. The Daishonin writes: "Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is like the roar of a lion.  What sickness can therefore be an obstacle?" (The Major Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol. 1, p. 119) " It does not require many words to speak the truth."  Chief Joseph , Nez Perce Buddhism Day by Day Wisdom for Modern Life by Daisaku Ikeda Monday, January 14, 2013 Always speak the truth boldly, saying what needs to be said no matter whom you're addressing. When it comes to championing a just cause, you must never be cowardly, never fawn, never try to curry favor. Daily Wisdom From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Monday, January 14, 2013 Therefore, when you chant the daimoku of this sutra, you should be aware that it is a more joyful thing than for one who was born blind to gain sight and see one's father and mother, and a rarer thing than for a man who has been seized by a powerful enemy to be released and reunited with his wife and children. The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 143 The Daimoku of the Lotus Sutra Recipient unknown; written on January 6, 1266