Building Human Harmony through Mutual Trust and Friendship

 

Expanding Human Harmony through Mutual Trust and Friendship

Overview

• The Pull Request introduces an article based on President Ikeda's study lecture series from January 2023.

• It discusses the importance of creating ties of mutual trust and friendship to expand our network of solidarity.

• The article emphasizes the realm of Koshin Refu and the challenge to make it a reality, free of discrimination and division.

• It highlights the significance of human revolution and the contributions of Sokai Kakai members to society.

• The passage from the Record of the Orally Transmitted Teachings is explored, focusing on the place of practice and enlightenment in Nichiren Buddhism.

Assumptions

• The article references historical and literary works to illustrate the ideals of human harmony and cooperation.

• It mentions the efforts of Sokai Kakai members in Japan and globally to promote human solidarity.

• The importance of individual human revolution and the role of like-minded friends in cultural refuge are highlighted.

Testing Strategy

• The article encourages readers to reflect on the teachings of Nichiren Daishonin and the transformative power of Buddhism.

• It emphasizes the need for deep faith, compassion, and respect in interactions with others.

• The article underscores the role of Sokai Kakai members in breaking down barriers and fostering community relations for world peace.

• It calls for continued efforts to create a global network of human harmony through peace, culture, and education.

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SOP: Building Human Harmony through Mutual Trust and Friendship

Objective

To create a comprehensive set of actionable steps based on President Ikeda's study lecture series to foster human harmony through mutual trust and friendship, following the principles of Nichiren Buddhism.

Key Steps

1. Understand the Teachings: Familiarize yourself with President Ikeda's study lecture series on creating human harmony through mutual trust and friendship.

2. Practice Mutual Trust and Friendship: Embrace the concept of expanding networks of solidarity by respecting and encouraging one another, fostering mutual understanding, and building a community where everyone's unique qualities can shine.

3. Advance Towards the Ideal: Strive towards the realization of a lofty ideal by creating an environment of compassion, respect, and dignity, free of discrimination and division.

4. Embody the Spirit of Transformation: Understand that Nichiren Buddhism is a religion for transforming the real world and enabling individuals to lead lives of supreme fulfillment and happiness through the practice of the mystic law.

5. Build Networks of Trust and Friendship: Show utmost courtesy and patience in your interactions with others, greet people cheerfully, and approach them with a bright and welcoming countenance.

6. Contribute to Society: Take initiative as a good citizen in your community, uphold the principles of Nichiren Buddhism, and play a vital role in fostering warm-hearted community relations.

7. Think Globally, Act Locally: Consider global perspectives while focusing on practical efforts to better your local community, contributing to world peace and human security through your actions.

Cautionary Notes

• Avoid discrimination and division in your interactions with others.

• Respect the unique qualities of each individual and practice mutual understanding.

• Show patience and courtesy in all dealings with others.

• Avoid coercive or violent means in your efforts to create human harmony.

Tips for Efficiency

• Always base your actions on deep and powerful faith.

• Persevere with grit and determination in the face of challenges.

• Continuously encourage and support those around you.

• Embody the spirit of transformation through your daily actions.

• Keep a global perspective while focusing on local contributions to society.

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Creating Human Harmony Through Mutual Trust and Friendship

1. Introduction

   • Based on President Ikeda's study lecture series from January 19, 2023.

   • Focus on expanding networks of human harmony in Koshin Refu.

2. The vision of Koshin Refu

   • Koshin Refu aims to create a realm of compassion and respect for all individuals.

   • Encourages unique qualities to shine without discrimination or division.

3. Historical References

   • Mentions the novel "The Eternal City" and its themes of creating a Republic of Humanity.

   • Emphasizes the importance of human revolution for achieving cultural refuge.

4. Community Contributions

   • Highlights the efforts of Sokai Kakai members in fostering mutual understanding and solidarity.

   • Describes the emergence of a republic of human harmony in modern times.

5. Transforming the Real World

   • Nichiren Buddhism focuses on transforming the real world and enabling individuals to lead fulfilling lives.

   • Rejects the idea of abandoning the present place for a supposed Pure Land.

6. Encouragement and Compassion

   • Shares examples of Daishonin's encouragement to his disciples during times of hardship.

   • Emphasizes the importance of continuous sincere encouragement for instilling courage.

7. Global Solidarity

   • Sokai Kakai members play a vital role in upholding humanistic teachings and building trust and friendship.

   • Efforts to break down barriers in people's hearts contribute to global solidarity and peace.

8. Network of Human Harmony

   • Advocates for showing utmost courtesy, patience, and compassion in interactions.

   • Encourages actions that impart joy and courage to others for advancing towards happiness and victory.

9. Towards World Peace

   • Urges members to think globally and act globally, following the vision of worldwide Koshin Refu.

   • Emphasizes the importance of local community involvement while considering global perspectives.

10. Confidence and Optimism

    • Encourages forging ahead with noble and courageous efforts to contribute to communities and societies.

    • Sets sights on July, the month of mentor and disciple, for continued efforts towards peace and harmony.

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Description:

A request to study and share an article based on President Ikeda's lecture series from January 19, 2023, focusing on expanding networks of human harmony through mutual trust and friendship.

Steps to Reproduce:

1. Review the article shared by President Ikeda on expanding networks of human harmony.

2. Study the concept of Koshin Refu and its significance in creating a realm of compassion and respect for all individuals.

3. Reflect on the importance of human revolution and inner transformation in achieving cultural refuge.

4. Explore the teachings of Nichiren Daishonin and the essence of transforming the real world through Buddhist practice.

5. Consider the significance of community efforts in fostering mutual understanding and solidarity.

6. Examine the role of Sokai Kakai members in contributing to human harmony and cooperation at the community level.

7. Reflect on the importance of showing utmost courtesy, patience, and compassion in interactions with others.

8. Embrace the spirit of propagation and encouragement in building networks of trust and friendship.

Acceptance Criteria:

• The article shared by President Ikeda is reviewed and understood.

• The concept of Koshin Refu and its relevance to creating a realm of compassion is studied.

• The teachings of Nichiren Daishonin on transforming the real world are reflected upon.

• The role of Sokai Kakai members in fostering human harmony at the community level is acknowledged.

• The importance of showing courtesy, patience, and compassion in interactions with others is recognized.

• The spirit of propagation and encouragement in building networks of trust and friendship is embraced.

• Efforts are made to contribute positively to communities and societies with energy, wisdom, and optimism.

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"Expanding the Network of Human Harmony in the Treasured Realms of our Mission"

• The article is based on President Ikeda's study lecture series from January 19th, 2023.
• The focus is on expanding the network of solidarity to enable all people to realize their inherent dignity, thus building a built Buddha Land.
• Koshin Refu is the challenge to make the realm of the Ceremony in the Air, depicting the nobility of the state of Buddhahood within all people, and the magnificent solidarity of Buddhism, a realm of compassion or respect for the dignity of each person, free of discrimination and division.
• The author cites the novel The Eternal City by Hall Kang, which emphasizes the importance of bonds of like-minded friends and a dauntless commitment to realize cultural refuge.
• The religious revolution the Soka Akaka aims to achieve is not achieved through violent or coercive means but through the inner human revolution of each individual.
• The members of the Sokai Kakai Community housing complex division in Japan have led efforts for cost and refuge at the community level.
• The community department has entrusted members with the provocation of Buddhism in their province and to practice as they have advanced caution refuge and widen their circles of trust and friendship in society.

Lotus Sutra and Place of Practice in Nichiren Buddhism

• The Lotus Sutra is a place of practice or place of enlightenment, where living beings of the ten worlds reside.
• The place of practice is where Nietzsche and his followers chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, whether in mountain valleys or wilderness.
• Nichiren Buddhism is a religion of transformation, transforming the real world.
• The Daishonin declares that any place home to his disciples who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the place of practice or place of enlightenment.
• The communities where individuals strive for worldwide goshon refu and exert themselves in their Buddhist practice are places of practice for attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime.
• The Pure Land, Nenbutsu teachings, gained popularity in Japan's Kamakura period, teaching that this world is an impure land that should be abandoned for seeking rebirth in the Pure Land of Perfect Bliss in the West.
• The Daishonin criticized the melancholy drone of Nenbutsu and argued that changing one's mindset can change the environment, such as the Sahara world, into an ideal land of tranquil light.
• The Doshen writes that there are not two lands pure or impure in themselves, but the three-pronged knot.
• The Saha world, full of suffering, is often translated as the world of endurance, indicating a world in which people must endure suffering.
• The Daishoni emphasizes that when one dwells and practices the single vehicle Nam Myo Ringo Kyo, that place will be the capital of eternal tranquil light.

Nichiren Buddhism and its Global Impact

The Importance of Transformation and Mystic Law
• The practice of mystic law is key to building a capital of eternally tranquil light.
• Despite difficulties, it is essential to overcome them.

Sokai Kakai's Commitment to Change
• Members of Sokai Kakai have lived their lives with conviction, believing their current place is their treasure ground.
• They have taken steps to transform their place into a Buddha Land, standing up in faith and committed to change.

The Power of Faith
• Regardless of the situation, a strong faith base can lead to success.
• Change, growth, and responsibility can lead to victory in all things.

The Legacy of Nichiren Buddhism
• Nichiren Buddhism has spread to 192 countries and territories, building a magnificent worldwide movement.
• The legacy of creating realms of human harmony on a global scale is hoped to be carried on by future leaders.

Daishonin's Heartfelt Encouragement
• The Daishonin's letter to the Lay Nun Isumo, included in the revised edition of the Nichiren Buddhism, demonstrates his heartfelt concern for his disciples.
• He assures his disciples of the unbreakable bond they share and his unbreakable thoughts are always with them.

Continuous Sincere Encouragement
• Such sincere encouragement is the key to opening people's hearts and instilling courage.
• It is the essence of humanistic teachings of Nichiren Buddhism and the cornerstone of Zen.

The Importance of Nichiren Buddhism in Today's World

• Nichiren Buddhism's humane principles play a vital role in fostering warm-hearted community relations and contributing to societal safety and security.
• The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the global brilliance of the Soko Okakai members' efforts to build networks of trust and friendship.
• The practice of Soka Akaka activities is a powerful source of imparting joy and courage to everyone, advancing together towards happiness and victory.
• The essence of Buddhism is embodied through deep compassion and courtesy, demonstrating the power of spreading happiness and enlightenment.
• The spirit of propagation is a vital aspect of the practice, bringing down barriers in people's hearts and promoting peace.
• The Soka Gakkai, a group of Buddhists dedicated to working for world peace, continues to flourish and grow in India.
• Nietzschean, a global citizen, had a clear vision of worldwide cost and refuge.
• The Soka Gakkai, whose members practice the Daishonin teachings, has accomplished a remarkable spiritual achievement in Japan.
• The Daishonin, a world affair, continues to develop around the globe, with the teachings of the Law inherited from the teachings of the Four Teachers of the Three Centuries.
• The network of human harmony is based on the principle of Nichiren Buddhism, growing boundlessly through the exchanges for peace, culture, and education.
• The efforts of the Four Teachers of the Three Centuries are aimed at contributing to communities and societies with great energy, wisdom, and optimism.