Buddhism is concerned with the essential nature of humanity

For Today and Tomorrow

Daily Encouragement by Daisaku Ikeda
Thursday, May 9, 2013:

 

Buddhism is concerned with the essential nature of humanity. Buddhism is not found somewhere else separate from such beautiful expressions of humanity as appreciation toward one's mother and courtesy to others. As Nichiren Daishonin teaches in the Gosho, "behavior as a human being" that perfectly accord with reason is what constitutes the heart of Buddhism. Therefore, our world of faith must be a gathering that is full of affection and heartfelt consideration.