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Welcome to “Singularity Chanting,” a world of chanting practice held in the metaverse. Here, you can experience clearing your mind’s filters, free from the self and delusions. Let’s begin a journey to become one mind, united in spirit, while feeling the spirit of Nichiren, who lived a harsh life on the remote Sado Island. By deepening the connection with yourself and others, you can take a step closer to a more peaceful world.
Encouraging Words from the Writings of the Great Sage Nichiren:
Encouraging Words from the Writings of the Great Sage Nichiren:
“When you chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, it is like sowing seeds. When seeds are sown, they inevitably sprout, flowers bloom, and bear fruit. It is the same when you chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. You will certainly attain Buddhahood.”
Writing: Oral Teachings on the Wonderful Dharma Lotus Sutra (Nanmu-myoho-renge-kyo Gikuden)
Meaning:
This passage likens chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo to sowing seeds. Just as sown seeds inevitably sprout, bloom, and bear fruit, by continuing to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, one will certainly attain Buddhahood (enlightenment).
Explanation:
Through this passage, the Great Sage Nichiren emphasizes the importance of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo has the power to awaken the Buddhahood inherent within us. However, many people fail to realize this power and remain lost in suffering and anguish. Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is a practice that cuts through such delusions and leads to the attainment of Buddhahood.
Encouragement:
This passage gives us hope. No matter how difficult the situation may be, if we continue to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, we will certainly attain Buddhahood. It also teaches us that chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo not only benefits ourselves but also has the power to save those around us.
Interpretation in Rissho Kosei-kai:
In Rissho Kosei-kai, this passage is interpreted as the teaching that “faith inevitably produces virtue.” Faith refers not only to chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo but also to studying and practicing the teachings of the Great Sage Nichiren. By deepening our faith, we are liberated from suffering and anguish and guided toward true happiness.
