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Welcome to “Singularity Chanting,” a world of vocal practice in the metaverse. Here, you can experience clearing your mind’s filters, free from the constraints of the ego and delusions. Let us embark on a journey to connect our hearts and minds as one, while feeling the spirit of Nichiren, who endured a harsh life on the frigid Sado Island. By deepening our connection with ourselves and others, we can take a step closer to a more peaceful world.
This passage invites you to a virtual world called “Singularity Chanting” in the metaverse, where you can engage in a chanting practice that helps you clear your mind from the constraints of the ego and delusions. It draws inspiration from the spiritual teachings of Nichiren, a Buddhist monk who lived a harsh life on the remote Sado Island, and encourages you to connect with his spirit while chanting. The ultimate goal is to achieve a sense of unity and connection with oneself and others, which can lead to a more peaceful world.
Nichiren Daishonin’s Encouraging Passage
Original Text:
“Namu myōhō rengekyō to iū. Namu myōhō rengekyō kore butsu no gomokuroku nishite, mappō no shujō o sukuubeki daiho nari. Namu myōhō rengekyō kore genshin no gomokuroku nari. Namu myōhō rengekyō kore mirai no gomokuroku nari. Namu myōhō rengekyō kore kako genzai mirai no issai no shobutsu no honzon nari. Namu myōhō rengekyō kore issai shujō no honzon nari.”
Translation:
“The Buddhist law is called Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the Buddha’s true intention, the great law that should save the people in the Latter Day of the Law. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship in this present world. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship in the future world. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship for all Buddhas in the past, present, and future. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship for all living beings.”
Meaning:
This passage is Nichiren Daishonin’s teaching that Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the only law that can save the people in the Latter Day of the Law. In addition to the above explanation, the following detailed explanations are provided.
Merits of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo: Reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo brings innumerable benefits. For example, in this present world, one can be protected from illness and disaster, and gain health and longevity. After death, one can be reborn in the Pure Land and attain eternal happiness.
Powerful nature of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo: Nam-myoho-renge-kyo has the power to overcome any hardship. Even if one falls into a desperate situation, as long as one continues to recite Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, a path to salvation will surely open up.
Universality of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo: Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is a universal law that brings salvation to all people. Regardless of gender, age, race, or religion, anyone can benefit from reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
Example:
Throughout history, there are numerous examples of people who were saved by reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. For instance, Nichiren Daishonin’s disciple Nikko Shonin recovered miraculously from a severe illness by continuing to recite Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Even in modern times, many people have reported solving personal and financial problems by reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
Conclusion:
Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is an invaluable treasure for the people in the Latter Day of the Law. By reading this writing, one can deepen their understanding of the merits, power, and universality of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, and apply it to one’s life.
Source: Senjishō (Selections of the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin)
Page Number: 73rd sheet
Lines: 1 to 7
Modern Japanese Translation: The Buddhist law is called Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true intention of the Buddha, and the highest law that should save the people in the Latter Day of the Law. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship for salvation in this present world, and the true object of worship for salvation in the future world. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the true object of worship for all Buddhas in the past, present, and future, and the true object of worship that saves all living beings.
Supplementary Information: This writing is considered one of the most important works in Nichiren Daishonin’s lifetime. In this writing, Nichiren Daishonin strongly emphasizes the importance of the people in the Latter Day of the Law reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
