Advancing With Confidence
Basing everything on prayer, family reveals to me that my life itself is the treasure tower.
Buddhism for Daily Life
About Our Community
Members of the Soka Gakkai International (SGI) base their practice on the Lotus Sutra and Nichiren Buddhism, which teaches that each person has within the courage, wisdom and compassion to face and surmount any of life’s challenges. Based on core Buddhist principles such as respecting the dignity of human life and the interconnectedness of self and the environment, SGI engages in various activities for peace, culture and education.
Life Stories
In Praise of Life
Visiting my mother near the end of her life, I reveal the mother I want to be for my children.
The Spirit to Strive
Seeking meaning at a time of crisis, I discover in jazz a fighting spirit, and follow it to its source. I’m Grady Tesch from New York.
Best Self
Supported by my parents and embraced by friends in faith,
I take a stand for my life and help others do the same.
Repaying Gratitude
Making our home a bastion of kosen-rufu, I wage a battle to bring hope to the members of New Mexico.
Workings of the Law
Fighting for his freedom behind bars, my father prompts me to seek out indestructible happiness.
The Courage to Be Honest
Confronting a deep-rooted fear, I pave the way to shine as a bright light for my family. I’m Oona Friedland from Detroit.
The Surest Route
Confronting life’s workaday struggles, I learn to live—and write—deeply. I’m Judy Juanita from Oakland.
Basics of Our Practice
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Let us send you a free copy of An Introduction to Buddhism.
Connect to a Local Community
Neighborhood discussion meetings are the foundation of our activities. Meet, share or listen in as you are.