---- DAILY ENCOURAGEMENT ----
"The section from the 'Expedient Means' (2nd) chapter of the Lotus Sutra that we recite during gongyo each morning and evening includes the phrase 'exerting oneself bravely and vigorously' (cf. LS2, 23). Shakyamuni uses this phrase in describing his practise in past lives to his disciple Shariputra. Later, in the 'Emergence of the Treasure Tower' (11th) chapter, Shakyamuni declares that all Buddhas will praise those who uphold and propagate the Lotus Sutra with 'valour' and 'diligence' amid great hardships in future ages after his passing (cf. LS11, 180-81).
"Exerting oneself bravely and vigorously -- with valour and diligence -- is the essence of Buddhist practise and the hallmark of the shared commitment of teacher and disciple."
"Exerting oneself bravely and vigorously -- with valour and diligence -- is the essence of Buddhist practise and the hallmark of the shared commitment of teacher and disciple."
--- DAILY GOSHO ---
"Those who believe in the Lotus Sutra are as if in winter, but winter always turns to spring. Never, from ancient times on, has anyone heard or seen of winter turning back to autumn."
(Winter Always Turns to Spring - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 536)
(Winter Always Turns to Spring - The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol.1, page 536)
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