Mr. Toda clearly stated his purpose for going to Osaka, saying: "Let us rid Osaka of all sickness and poverty!" This was a solemn declaration to wipe the tears of unhappiness and suffering from the eyes of the people of Osaka.
To achieve that goal, I would have to dedicate myself earnestly to propagating the Mystic Law and imparting courage to many people from the chains of suffering.
A living religion helps people transform misery into happiness. Religion should not function as a mere source of solace or sympathy, nor as an "opiate" that offers an escape from reality.
As a result of this determination, strong, courageous individuals, who had awakened to a new way of living and found a new social awareness, stood up to work for the reform and betterment of society in which they lived. As citizens, they had every right to construct a humane society, a society that served their needs
