Nichiren Shoshu Basics of Practice - Purpose of Faith
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What's Buddhahood? A discussion based
What's Buddhahood? A discussion based on the book "Nichiren Shoshu Basics of Buddhist Practice"
Passage in video:
"So what is the purpose of faith in Nichiren Shoshu? To put it
simply, there are two ultimate purposes for taking faith in this Buddhism.
"One is to realize an absolutely unshakable state of happiness
in which there is boundless joy in being alive (attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime). The other is to realize an ideal society in which people can enjoy happy lives together based on True Buddhism
(Kosen-rufu).
“Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime” does not mean changing
your human form. Nor does it mean becoming a Buddha when you
die, a mistaken view commonly held in other Buddhist denominations.
"Rather, it means achieving, in this lifetime and in our present
form, the greatest potential life condition contained within the depths of our lives through sincere faith in and practice to the Gohonzon.
"This highest life condition is called 'The Buddha,' 'Buddhahood,'
or 'the Buddha nature.' Another name for it is 'Myoho-Renge-Kyo.'
"Buddhahood is a mighty force that manifests a solution to every
kind of suffering. It is a source of energy which manifests in our daily lives and propels each of us into a brilliant, truly joyful and fulfilled existence in the present moment. Striving in faith, we aim to establish an absolutely indestructible life condition of spiritual strength, wisdom and peace grounded in the world of Buddhahood.
"Of course, situations in which an ill person becomes healthy, an
unhappy family finds harmony, or poverty changes to financial
security are necessary conditions for a happy life. However, if these
conditions are examined closely, they can all be seen to be relative,
partial forms of happiness in comparison to an inner condition
based on Buddhahood. In many cases, relative happiness is manifested only temporarily or partially."
"ACHIEVING KOSEN-RUFU
"The second important purpose of faith is Kosen-rufu, which means
to ceaselessly and correctly protect Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism
and widely propagate it throughout the entire world in order to rid
the world of misery. This will create unshakable happiness for all
people and build a truly peaceful society.
"From the very start, Buddhism has taught its followers to be
merciful and to pursue their own happiness together with concern
and compassion for others. Nichiren Daishonin risked His life for peace in society and the happiness of humanity, and offered Himself wholly for the sake of Kosen-rufu. His successors, the Second High Priest Nikko Shonin, the Third High Priest Nichimoku Shonin, and each of the successive High Priests, have all fervently exerted themselves for the realization of Kosen-rufu.
"Those who make this admirable spirit a deep part of themselves
and thereby dedicate themselves for the sake of Kosen-rufu are
embracing the true spirit of Nichiren Shoshu believers."
Passage in video:
"So what is the purpose of faith in Nichiren Shoshu? To put it
simply, there are two ultimate purposes for taking faith in this Buddhism.
"One is to realize an absolutely unshakable state of happiness
in which there is boundless joy in being alive (attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime). The other is to realize an ideal society in which people can enjoy happy lives together based on True Buddhism
(Kosen-rufu).
“Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime” does not mean changing
your human form. Nor does it mean becoming a Buddha when you
die, a mistaken view commonly held in other Buddhist denominations.
"Rather, it means achieving, in this lifetime and in our present
form, the greatest potential life condition contained within the depths of our lives through sincere faith in and practice to the Gohonzon.
"This highest life condition is called 'The Buddha,' 'Buddhahood,'
or 'the Buddha nature.' Another name for it is 'Myoho-Renge-Kyo.'
"Buddhahood is a mighty force that manifests a solution to every
kind of suffering. It is a source of energy which manifests in our daily lives and propels each of us into a brilliant, truly joyful and fulfilled existence in the present moment. Striving in faith, we aim to establish an absolutely indestructible life condition of spiritual strength, wisdom and peace grounded in the world of Buddhahood.
"Of course, situations in which an ill person becomes healthy, an
unhappy family finds harmony, or poverty changes to financial
security are necessary conditions for a happy life. However, if these
conditions are examined closely, they can all be seen to be relative,
partial forms of happiness in comparison to an inner condition
based on Buddhahood. In many cases, relative happiness is manifested only temporarily or partially."
"ACHIEVING KOSEN-RUFU
"The second important purpose of faith is Kosen-rufu, which means
to ceaselessly and correctly protect Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism
and widely propagate it throughout the entire world in order to rid
the world of misery. This will create unshakable happiness for all
people and build a truly peaceful society.
"From the very start, Buddhism has taught its followers to be
merciful and to pursue their own happiness together with concern
and compassion for others. Nichiren Daishonin risked His life for peace in society and the happiness of humanity, and offered Himself wholly for the sake of Kosen-rufu. His successors, the Second High Priest Nikko Shonin, the Third High Priest Nichimoku Shonin, and each of the successive High Priests, have all fervently exerted themselves for the realization of Kosen-rufu.
"Those who make this admirable spirit a deep part of themselves
and thereby dedicate themselves for the sake of Kosen-rufu are
embracing the true spirit of Nichiren Shoshu believers."
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