―WORDS OF THE WEEK― We heroes of Soka will win with   prayer based on the determination   to absolutely be victorious,   a voice infused with courage and    sincerity, and the unity of many   in body, one in mind. Let’s develop our local community   into an indestructible treasure realm! Tentative translation … April 16, 2023

Don’t depend on someone else. “I myself will stand up!” This is the Soka spirit. Let’s all greatly spread friendship   where we happen to be right now. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.

Nichiren Daishonin states, “The votary of the Lotus Sutra    is like the sun or the lion.”(*) Let’s boldly advance forth   like the rising sun, with the   courageous heart of a lion! (*) “The Supremacy of the Law,” WND-1, 613 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on … April 14, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin urges, “You must not spend your lives in vain and   regret it for ten thousand years to come.”(*) Let’s each engage in “battles” unique to   our particular circumstances, fearlessly, and    without regret, while upholding our noble   vow for the sake of kosen-rufu! (*)”The Problem to be Pondered Night and … April 7, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin urges,    “Now you must strengthen    [your faith] more than ever.”(*)  Let’s engage in dialogue with    great conviction and an    indomitable spirit,   from now, from where we stand! (*) “Supremacy of the Law,” WND I 614 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on … April 6, 2023

The deep resolve to absolutely   never give up makes the impossible   possible.  “[Praying] as earnestly as though to   produce fire from damp wood,”(*)   let’s pray and act tenaciously! (*)”Rebuking Slander of the Law and Eradicating Sins,” WND I, p. 444 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, … April 5, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin asserts,   “Not once have I thought of retreat.”(*) Awaken your noble, dauntless spirit   and absolutely continue to advance   forever forward! Take action to break through your    limitations! (*) “The Great Battle,” WND-2, 465 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent … April 4, 2023

―WORDS OF THE WEEK― Nichiren Daishonin states, “If one joint [of a bamboo] is ruptured,   then all the joints will split.”(*) One courageous breakthrough will    create a powerful chain reaction. Let’s go forth together “with the   heart of a lion king”! (*) “Letter to Horen,” WND 1, 512 (referring to the domino … April 3, 2023

Nichiren Daishonin urges,  “You must raise your voice all the     more and admonish [wrongs].” (*) Challenges are won with momentum. Let the voices of justice and courage   reverberate throughout the community! (*)”Kamatari Suggests the Fashioning of a Buddha Image,” WND II, p. 597 Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo … March 31, 2023

Let’s go forth cheerfully, especially    when we are busy! Let’s help brighten and strengthen   our friends’ spirits through genuine,   sincere efforts to engage with them   in heartfelt conversation. Tentative translation of “To My Friends” published in the Seikyo Shimbun, based on President Ikeda’s recent guidance.