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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.

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Basics of Our Practice

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Connect to a Local Community

Neighborhood discussion meetings are the foundation of our activities. Meet, share or listen in as you are.