Family Reading: Chanting the Lotus Sutra 3: From page 4: Happiness for Oneself and Others - The Fundamental Points of Reading

Excerpt from the Preface of the New Edition of the Complete Writings of Nichiren Daishonin by Ikeda Sensei

Excerpted from the preface of the New Edition of the Complete Works of Nichiren Daishonin's Gosho by Ikeda Sensei. The Gosho has been translated into more than ten languages. Now, not only in Japan but also in the five continents of the world, it is commonplace to see people of all ages and genders joyfully studying the Gosho and encouraging each other. It is read widely, transcending civilization, nationality, race, ethnicity, culture and language, and is being actively put into action at home, in the community and in society, spreading the solidarity of good global citizens. I am convinced that this fact is a great proof of the universality and validity of Nichiren Buddhism. One of the common characteristics of world religions is that they base their faith on the sacred scriptures, take pride in them, and make them the foundation of their faith.

Reading the Gosho together as a family! Feeling the heart of Nichiren Daishonin

The sight of people of all ages and genders happily studying the Gosho and encouraging each other is a common occurrence, and it means that we are reading the Gosho on a regular basis. We decided to do the same in our home! We made a hopeful start. How about you too?