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About
A Mahayana Buddhist tradition based on the Lotus Sutra, taught by Nichiren in 13th-century Japan. Its central idea is that every person, without exception, can attain Buddhahood in this lifetime.
Nichiren (1222–1282) was a Japanese Buddhist reformer who concluded that the Lotus Sutra contains the essence of the Buddha’s teachings: that the Buddha nature exists in all people.
He established the practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo so that anyone, regardless of education or social standing, could bring out that nature in daily life.
Every life contains the qualities of a Buddha: wisdom, courage, compassion and a deep sense of purpose.
A fundamental change in one person’s inner life can lead to changes in family, community and society.
Any hardship can become a source of growth and a way to encourage others.
Our lives and our surroundings are inseparable; as we change inwardly, our environment responds.
A lay Buddhist movement that links individual happiness with peace, culture and education. SGI-USA is its American organization.
Educators Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and Josei Toda found the Soka Gakkai in Japan.
Daisaku Ikeda becomes third president and visits the U.S.; the first American chapter forms.
The Soka Gakkai International is established as a worldwide network.
Members in 192 countries and territories, including communities across North Texas.