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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 without being caught up in self-delusions. Let’s embark on a journey to become one in heart and spirit, feeling the spirit of Nichiren, who endured a harsh life on the remote island of Sado. 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 Great Saint Nichiren:
Randomly selected passage and explanation from the writings of Great Saint Nichiren
Original Text:
“Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the king of all the Buddha’s teachings in the three existences and the ten directions. All of the Buddhas’ Lotus Sutras point to this sutra as their fundamental object of devotion. Those who practice this sutra will definitely attain Buddhahood. There is no doubt about it. It is like a jewel in the great ocean. Whoever obtains it will become a wealthy person of high rank. This sutra is also like that. Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the jewel of all the Buddha’s teachings in the three existences and the ten directions. Those who practice this sutra will definitely attain Buddhahood. There is no doubt about it.”
Source:
- The Selection of the Time for Practicing (Gosho Zenshu, p. 723)
Meaning:
In this passage, Great Saint Nichiren states that “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” is the king of all the Buddha’s teachings in the three existences and the ten directions, and the fundamental principle of all Buddhist teachings. He asserts that those who practice this Lotus Sutra will definitely attain Buddhahood.
Explanation:
Just as a jewel is hidden in the ocean, the jewel of “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” is hidden within our hearts. Those who discover and believe in this jewel will definitely be able to attain Buddhahood.
This passage from the writings offers us hope and courage. No matter what difficult circumstances we face, by chanting “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” and believing in it, we will definitely be able to attain Buddhahood.
Encouraging Points:
- “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” is the king of all the Buddha’s teachings in the three existences and the ten directions, and the fundamental principle of all Buddhist teachings.
- Those who practice this Lotus Sutra will definitely attain Buddhahood.
- “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” is the jewel hidden within our hearts.
- Those who discover and believe in this jewel will definitely be able to attain Buddhahood.
From this passage, we can learn the following:
- No matter what difficult circumstances we face, by chanting “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” and believing in it, we will definitely be able to attain Buddhahood.</li
- “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” gives us hope and courage.
- By chanting “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo” and believing in it, we can realize true happiness.
Let us engrave this passage in our hearts and apply it to our daily lives.
