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“Welcome to Singularity Chanting.” This is a world of chanting in the Metaverse. Here, you can experience clearing your thoughts without being trapped by ego and illusions. Begin a journey to approach the unity of mind and heart while feeling the spirit of Nichiren Daishonin, who lived in the severe cold of Sado Island. Through a deep sense of connection with yourself and others, we can move one step closer to a more peaceful world.
Encouraging Words from Nichiren Daishonin:
An Encouraging Passage from the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Text
“Indeed, indeed, the sun, moon, and stars exist solely for us, mountains, rivers, and plants exist solely for us, the gods and protective deities exist solely for us, parents and siblings exist solely for us, spouses and family members exist solely for us, all living beings exist solely for us so that they may chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.”
Source
Kaimoku-sho
Meaning
This text is an excerpt from “Kaimoku-sho,” which Nichiren Daishonin wrote during his exile to Sado. In this text, Daishonin powerfully explains that everything in the universe exists to lead us to enlightenment.
- “Sun, Moon, and Stars”: Sun, Moon, and Stars
- “Mountains, Rivers, and Plants”: Mountains, Rivers, Plants
- “Gods and Protective Deities”: Gods and Protective Deities
- “Parents and Siblings”: Parents, Siblings
- “Spouses and Family Members”: Spouses, Children, Family
- “All Living Beings”: All Living Beings
All of these exist to lead us to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and guide us to enlightenment, explains Daishonin.
Explanation
The various difficulties and worries we encounter in daily life can be seen as tests on the path to enlightenment.
The phrase “indeed, indeed” means “right now, before us.” In other words, everything around us has the power to lead us to enlightenment, emphasizes Daishonin powerfully.
Chanting “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” means connecting with the fundamental law of the universe, the Mystic Law, and embodying true happiness and wisdom.
This text powerfully encourages us to believe in our unlimited potential and to follow the path to enlightenment despite all difficulties.
