The buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin states that the root causes of the sufferings in the world are incorrect philosophies on which people base their lives in thoughts, word and deed. Buddhism presents the way to know ourselves by illuminating our lives with an awareness of our potential rather than our limitations. Such a positive stance enables us not only to tackle the difficulties in our lives, but also to be able to look outward to society with hope and courage.
Shakyamuni Buddha explained the fundamental spirit of Buddhism as a sense of individual responsibility. “You are your only master. Who Else? Subdue yourself and discover your master.”
In other words, we must each take responsibility for our own self-discipline and for cultivating meaningful lives.
-Daisaku Ikeda
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