Rissho Kosei-kai’s Teachings
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- Dharma Journey Talks
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- Rissho Kosei-kai Buddhism
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April 15th, 2026Because You Have Taught the Sutra to OthersNikkyo NiwanoEarlier, I said there were two reasons why teaching the sutra is important. The second reason is that by teaching t... -
March 31st, 2026Teach the Dharma for People’s HappinessNikkyo NiwanoThis may sound like a self-serving interpretation from those who are devoted to the Lotus Sutra, but that is by no ... -
March 27th, 2026Helping All People Attain BuddhahoodNikkyo NiwanoThe Lotus Sutra teaches that “expounding” the sutra is the fourth of the five practices of Dharma teachers. Expound... -
March 21st, 2026Building the Future TogetherNikkyo NiwanoPeople who neglect the past and live carelessly in the present are unlikely to be respected by those around them. O... -
March 8th, 2026An Expanding Circle of HappinessNikkyo NiwanoWhen you set out to situate the existence of the person you call “I” in the here and now, you come to the realizati... -
February 27th, 2026People Who Bring Joy to Those Around ThemNikkyo NiwanoThis year (1992), the sumo wrestler Takanohana won the championship in the January Grand Sumo Tournament. He set a ... -
February 20th, 2026Of Those Who Hear the Dharma, None Will Fail to Become a BuddhaNikkyo NiwanoIf you are surrounded by companions who have faith and trust in the Lotus Sutra, you’ll never be at a loss fo... -
February 13th, 2026Because I Am Watching over YouNikkyo NiwanoThe Lotus Sutra passage from the “A Parable” chapter that I mentioned earlier continues as follows: “But now it [th... -
February 11th, 2026Revealing the Knowledge and Insight of the BuddhasNikkyo NiwanoThe purpose for which the buddhas appear in the world is said to be the One Great Cause. To be specific, this is to...