The workings of the universe are an expression of a single principle or Law, expressed as Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo enables all people to perceive this Law in their own lives and to come into rhythm with it. By putting their lives in harmony with this Law, people can unlock their hidden potential and achieve harmony with the environment. This is the ultimate expression of individual empowerment — that each person can transform the inevitable sufferings of life into sources of growth and fulfillment and become a positive influence in their family and community. There are three basics in applying Buddhism to our daily lives: faith, practice and study. They are the primary ingredients in the recipe for revealing our innate enlightened condition, or Buddhahood. Through chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, studying Buddhist philosophy and taking action daily for the well-being of others, we can establish a state of profound happiness and wisdom, as well as contribute to society. |
 The Secret to Happiness
Buddhism teaches that a universal Law (dharma) underlies everything in the universe. This is the very essence of life. |
 Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
The title of the Lotus Sutra in its Japanese translation is Myoho-renge-kyo. But to Nichiren, Myoho-renge-kyo was far more than the title of a Buddhist text, it was the expression, in words, of the Law of life which all Buddhist teachings in one way or another seek to clarify. |
 Buddhist Concepts for Today's Living
Buddhism Today, series of buddhist study previously featured in the Living Buddhism Magazine. Features articles written by Shin Yamatomi and Jeff Kriger. |