Men and women of pure faith, to offer alms to the teachers of the Law.

The fourth volume of the Lotus Sutra states, "[I will send...] men and women of pure faith, to offer alms to the teachers of the Law." The meaning of this sutra passage is that the heavenly gods and benevolent deities will assume various forms such as those of men and women, and present offerings to help the persons who practice the Lotus Sutra. There can be no doubt that this refers to you and your wife being born as a man and woman, and making offerings to Nichiren, the teacher of the Law. 28/6

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
The Izu Exile
Written to Funamori Yasaburo on June 27, 1261