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Welcome to “Singularity Chanting”. This is a world of chanting practice in the metaverse. Here, you can experience clearing your mind’s filter without being caught up in ego or delusions. Let’s begin a journey to approach one mind, different bodies but one heart, while feeling the spirit of Nichiren who led a harsh life in the extreme cold of Sado Island. By deeply feeling the connection between yourself and others, we can take a step closer to a more peaceful world.
Words of Encouragement from the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin:
A Passage Giving Courage and Hope from Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings “The Zo-en Chapter”
Original text:
Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, which you chant, is like boarding a great ship and entering the great ocean. Though the waves may be high and the wind strong, the ship is sturdy and well-equipped with both rudder and sail. Moreover, those who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo have gained the wisdom and power of the Buddha. The wisdom and power of the Buddha are like the great ocean, without bottom or shallows. Those who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo sit in the midst of the great ocean and have gained the wisdom and power of the Buddha. With the wisdom and power of the Buddha, they can eliminate all difficulties and achieve all blessings.
Meaning:
Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is like boarding a great ship that sails across the vast ocean. Even if the waves are high and the wind is strong, the ship is sturdy, and its rudder and sail are well-prepared. Moreover, those who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo have gained the wisdom and power of the Buddha. The Buddha’s wisdom and power are like the great ocean, without bottom or shallows. Those who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo sit in the midst of the great ocean and have gained the wisdom and power of the Buddha. With the Buddha’s wisdom and power, they can overcome all difficulties and achieve all blessings.
Explanation:
This passage is Nichiren Daishonin’s words of encouragement and hope to his disciples. Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo gives the assurance that even when facing difficult situations, one can surely overcome them. This is because those who chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo have gained the wisdom and power of the Buddha. The Buddha’s wisdom and power are infinite like the great ocean, capable of overcoming all difficulties and achieving all blessings.
Through this passage, Nichiren Daishonin gave his disciples the courage to face any difficulty and the hope that they can surely accomplish their goals.
Source:
- Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings “The Zo-en Chapter”
