October 20, 2026

The important thing is to live with energy and vigor, because that proves the benefit of our Buddhist practice. As the Daishonin indicates, “You will grow younger, and your good fortune will accumulate” (WND-1, 464).
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, pp. 191-192

Daisaku Ikeda

October 19, 2026

Our vow to work for kosen-rufu serves as a fundamental source of strength, giving us the courage to remain fearless in the face of any adversity and undaunted by any hardship.

From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 56

Daisaku Ikeda

October 17, 2026

Let’s make our meetings everywhere enjoyable, relaxing, interesting, and meaningful, filled with bright smiles and laughter. The Buddhas and bodhisattvas of the universe are watching over these harmonious gatherings of children of the Buddha, the noblest assemblies in all the world.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 135

Daisaku Ikeda