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Esperia The immense power of prayer
"Praying, in Nichiren Buddhism, means making a vow to win absolutely," says Master Ikeda in one of the five lectures in this volume, taken from the series "The Buddhism of the Sun." Starting from passages from the writings of Nichiren Daishonin, the author addresses the theme of prayer, clarifying that prayer based on the Lotus Sutra is certain to be answered and that through the recitation of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo we can turn everything that happens to us in a positive direction, with the certainty that even a single daimoku brings immeasurable benefits. Daisaku Ikeda (1928-2023) was a Buddhist master, peace builder, educator, author, and poet. He was president of the international lay Buddhist association Soka Gakkai International (SGI), which has members in 192 countries and territories worldwide. He was the founder of the Institute of Oriental Philosophy and Soka University. In 1983, he was awarded the United Nations Peace Prize.
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Esperia The mysteries of birth and death
Though originating over seven hundred years ago, Nichiren Buddhism offers a very effective antidote to the sense of powerlessness and despair that pervade society today. Destiny, of course, does not always unfold in accordance with our desires, but Buddhism, and especially Nichiren Buddhism, allows us to develop the power needed to transform it. Nichiren Buddhism sheds its light on all aspects of human life, penetrating to its core. Universally applicable to all humanity and in every circumstance, it is worthy of being studied and practiced throughout one's life.
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The wisdom to create happiness and peace – Happiness
This volume contains various excerpts from President Ikeda's writings, selected from a vast array of sources covering many decades, including speeches, essays, lectures, and dialogues. Sharing his profound knowledge, enriched by his personal experience, Daisaku Ikeda outlines the distinctive features of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, a teaching that allows all people to manifest the inherent Buddha nature in their lives, leading them toward absolute happiness. Daisaku Ikeda also guides us to understand that individual happiness is closely linked to that of others and clarifies the importance of being happy in life as well as at the time of death. «Even today, I vividly recall the conversation I had with my mentor, Josei Toda, on the day I met him for the first time: "There is something I would like you to explain to me" [...] "Of course, ask whatever you want." "Sir, what is the correct way to live?" With strong conviction, he introduced me to Nichiren Daishonin's philosophy of life, encouraging me to study and practice it with youthful energy, cultivating noble ideals. From that moment on, I have relentlessly pursued the path of mentor and disciple.» Daisaku Ikeda, from the Foreword. Revised and updated edition of the book previously published under the title What is Happiness
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Esperia Let's create a century of humanism
The book explores some concepts of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, with particular emphasis on the importance of respect for the dignity of every human being, compassion, and active commitment to one's own and others' happiness. Through an analysis of the figure of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging and the kosen rufu movement as a whole, Master Ikeda invites us to transform challenges into opportunities, to contribute to building a peaceful and just society, and to cultivate a solid and unshakeable faith. "Nichiren Buddhism exists for the well-being of all people. That is why we should behave like Bodhisattva Never Disparaging, respecting each one of them and wishing for them to shine to their fullest. One's happiness is not built upon the misfortunes of others." Daisaku Ikeda
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Esperia Hope is a choice
"What to do when we have lost hope? Is hope something to rediscover or to build? Can one person truly make a difference? How do we maintain our optimism when the world seems to be falling apart around us?" Ikeda reminds us that hope is not a simple thing, nor is it synonymous with passive acceptance of injustices. These essays invite us to open our eyes to the profound and courageous determination of those who make hope a decision, they invite us to an inner search that leads us to change the world around us. Having witnessed many difficult realities, he reiterates that life goes on and that the light of hope can emerge even from the darkest places. The renowned Buddhist philosopher Daisaku Ikeda spent his life pondering such questions. In this collection of very personal essays, selected from his writings spanning approximately fifty years, he guides the reader on a journey that aims to rediscover the answers and hope needed to live in this challenging era.Raised as a child of war, Ikeda tells us about the experiences that led him to his tireless pursuit of peace: his home engulfed in flames during the bombing of Tokyo at the end of World War II, the death of his older brother on the Burmese front, the sight of an American airman who had parachuted from his damaged plane.Ikeda's precise reflections on terrorism, good and evil, aging, and death offer us new opportunities to view the world with hope. His emotionally charged words tell us about the poetic spirit and friendship, which can be sources of hope in the darkest moments.Each essay provides an opportunity for the reader to look within themselves for the strength, courage, and hope needed to fuel the collective desire for a just and peaceful society. If we don't feel hope, it's time to create it. Daisaku Ikeda
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Esperia edizioni The life of Teacher Ikeda
Daisaku Ikeda (1928-2023) exemplified boundless courage, compassion, and wisdom, rooted in Buddhist teachings and the noble spirit of non-duality between mentor and disciple. He stands among the most eminent figures in Buddhist history, having spread the Buddhist philosophy of respect for the dignity of life worldwide, expanding the Soka Gakkai peace movement to 192 countries and territories.The six essays in this book trace some of the main events in Ikeda's life and his impact on the history of global Buddhism, from his youth and meeting with his mentor Josei Toda to his inauguration as the third president of the Soka Gakkai; from shared struggles with fellow practitioners in Japan to the creation of a global movement for peace, culture, and education; from his commitment to dialogue with personalities from the most diverse geographical and cultural backgrounds to his "battle of the pen" as a prolific writer and poet, tirelessly pursued over the years. Up to the final endeavor of his life, that of giving concrete form to the Soka educational system, a pedagogical framework that embraces the entire school cycle, from preschools to Soka University. He also founded several institutions for the promotion and dissemination of culture and peace, such as the Institute of Oriental Philosophy, the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum, and the Min-On Concert Association. In 1983, he was awarded the United Nations Peace Award.
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Esperia edizioni Readings from My Youth
Essays by Daisaku Ikeda on masterpieces of literature. Daisaku Ikeda's fervent passion for reading shines through the pages of this book. This tour of world literature – books, the author tells us, that helped form the "spiritual structure" of his life – will be a source of inspiration. Throughout the chapters, we encounter heroes, revolutionaries, and villains. We hear poets sing their praises to the human spirit and engage alongside philosophers who challenged the established order and illuminated a new path forward. Allow yourself to be moved by the author's words as you discover how great literature can enrich and strengthen Buddhist practice and help bring peace and justice to today's world.
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Esperia Master and Disciple
The Gosho and the Non-Duality of Mentor and Disciple. Nichiren explains multiple times in the Gosho that we can fully blossom our humanity only thanks to a mentor. Even in European culture, a well-known aphorism states that we are "dwarfs on the shoulders of giants," meaning that however limited we may be, we can always see a little further thanks to the achievements of those who lived before us. But in Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, the mentor-disciple relationship is much more than this: there is no mentor without a disciple, and vice versa. And this relationship, which is more precisely called the non-duality of mentor and disciple, aims to transform frightened cubs into lion kings; to bring forth from the disciple's life the life state of the Buddha, which is free from fear. Our mentor, Daisaku Ikeda, never tires of reminding us of the function and importance that Josei Toda had in his life and the equally important role of Makiguchi in Toda's life. «I still remember when, about forty years ago, I met a famous Japanese critic and intellectual. He introduced himself rather pompously, boasting about his illustrious birth and the elite education he had received. When it was my turn, I simply said: “I am Josei Toda’s direct disciple, and I consider it my greatest pride and honor.” – Daisaku Ikeda
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Esperia Let's create a century of humanism
The book explores some concepts of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, with particular emphasis on the importance of respect for the dignity of every human being, compassion, and active commitment to one's own and others' happiness. Through an analysis of the figure of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging and the kosen rufu movement as a whole, Master Ikeda invites us to transform challenges into opportunities, to contribute to building a peaceful and just society, and to cultivate a solid and unshakeable faith. "Nichiren Buddhism exists for the well-being of all people. That is why we should behave like Bodhisattva Never Disparaging, respecting each one of them and wishing for them to shine to their fullest. One's happiness is not built upon the misfortunes of others." Daisaku Ikeda
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Esperia Let's create a century of humanism
The book explores some concepts of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism, with particular emphasis on the importance of respect for the dignity of every human being, compassion, and active commitment to one's own and others' happiness. Through an analysis of the figure of Bodhisattva Never Disparaging and the kosen rufu movement as a whole, Master Ikeda invites us to transform challenges into opportunities, to contribute to building a peaceful and just society, and to cultivate a solid and unshakeable faith. "Nichiren Buddhism exists for the well-being of all people. That is why we should behave like Bodhisattva Never Disparaging, respecting each one of them and wishing for them to shine to their fullest. One's happiness is not built upon the misfortunes of others." Daisaku Ikeda
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Esperia The Awakening of the Buddha
Clark Strand, former Zen monk, journalist and American writer, guides us in discovering the Soka Gakkai and Nichiren Buddhism from a unique perspective: that of an "unconverted" sympathizer. Strand emphasizes that the strength of the Soka Gakkai, which in a few decades has become a global movement, lies in the fundamental tool of discussion meetings, based on sharing experiences and mutual encouragement. In his journey into a movement and teaching that have often generated misunderstandings and incomprehension in other Buddhist schools, Strand starts with Makiguchi, the educator who opposed militarism, then portrays his disciple Toda and his intuition of who or what the Buddha truly was, and arrives at Ikeda's global vision and his redefinition of the role of religion. The resulting picture reveals qualities and strengths that even members of the association are often unaware of, and indicates the Soka Gakkai as an example of a modern movement dedicated to the good of humankind.
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IBISG Dictionary of Buddhism
This volume contains 2580 essential terms for understanding the Mahayana Buddhist tradition, which is based on the Lotus Sutra. In particular, it refers to the writings of Nichiren Daishonin Buddha, who worked to restore the humanistic meaning of the teachings of the historical Shakyamuni Buddha. It is one of the most extensive collections of Buddhist terms in the Italian language currently on the market."If the Buddha, after awakening to the Dharma, or the Law of life, had not committed to teaching it to others, his enlightenment would have been incomplete. Furthermore, even if the Buddha himself had expounded this Law without others participating in its dissemination, it would not have brought benefit to people. It is our hope that the publication of this dictionary in Italian can serve to make the wisdom of Buddhism accessible to an ever-increasing number of people, allowing them to find a path to true happiness and thus contributing to the realization of a peaceful world. If, by reading this dictionary, people are able to deepen their understanding and appreciation of Buddhist philosophy, I will be profoundly pleased."
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