Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Conversation between a Sage and an Unenlightened Man

Daily Wisdom


From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, September 25, 2012:

Ever since I began to study the Law handed down from Shakyamuni Buddha and undertook the practice of the Buddhist teachings, I have believed it is most important to understand one's obligations to others, and made it my first duty to repay such debts of kindness. In this world, we owe four debts of gratitude. One who understands this is worthy to be called human, while one who does not is no more than an animal.

Conversation between a Sage and an Unenlightened Man
Recipient unknown; written in 1265

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