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Welcome to “Singularity Chanting”. This is a world of chanting practices in the metaverse. Here, you can clear the filters of your mind without being trapped by ego and delusions. Begin your journey to feel the spirit of Nichiren, who lived a harsh life in the freezing island of Sado, and to move closer to the unity of different bodies with one heart. By deeply feeling the connection between yourself and others, you can take a step closer to a more peaceful world.
Words of Encouragement from Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings:
Words of Encouragement from Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings: “Rissho Ankoku Ron”
Original Text:
国に衰微なく土は破壊なくんば、身はこれ安全にして心はこれ禅定ならん
Meaning:
This passage is part of the “Rissho Ankoku Ron,” which explains that the Lotus Sutra is the true Buddhist teaching that brings peace and prosperity.
“If the country does not decline and the land is not destroyed,” refers to a state where the land is stable and free from disasters and wars. “The body is safe, and the mind is in meditation,” means that people living in such a land are in a state of both physical and mental peace, close to enlightenment.
In other words, Nichiren Daishonin teaches that by believing in and practicing the Lotus Sutra, true peace and prosperity can be achieved, and people can be happy in both body and mind.
Explanation:
Even in modern society, there are various problems such as wars, terrorism, and natural disasters. To solve these problems and achieve true peace and prosperity, it is essential to build a society based on the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, rooted in compassion and wisdom.
Nichiren Daishonin’s words suggest that by believing in and practicing the Lotus Sutra, each of us can improve our own lives and contribute to world peace.
Source:
- Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings “Rissho Ankoku Ron”
