The Environment and Me Drawing inspiration from his Buddhist practice, Nicolas Boutin from France proves that changing the environment starts with just one person.
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Dignity, Security and a World Free of Nuclear Weapons Anna Ikeda of the SGI Office for UN Affairs looks at how the SGI’s work for nuclear abolition is rooted in inner change and a respect for human dignity.
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Daily Practice
The basic Buddhist practice of Soka Gakkai members is chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, reciting portions of the Lotus Sutra and sharing the teachings of Buddhism with others in order to help them become happy.
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The Meaning of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
The essence of Buddhism is the conviction that we have within us at each moment the ability to overcome any problem or difficulty that we may encounter in life; a capacity to transform any suffering. Our lives possess this power because they are inseparable from the fundamental law that underlies the workings of all life and the universe.
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At a Glance
The Soka Gakkai is a diverse global community of individuals in 192 countries and territories who practice Nichiren Buddhism. It cherishes the values of peace, culture and education centered on respect for the dignity of life.
Buddhist Lineage
Our History
Lives of the Founding Presidents
Practicing Buddhism
This section contains information about the practice and principles of Nichiren Buddhism and how members experience these in daily life.
In Society
In this section you can find information about the Soka Gakkai’s activities to promote peace, culture and education, both through the initiatives of local organizations and through engagement with the United Nations.
Resources
Here you can find a selection of video and text resources to aid the practice and study of Buddhism, as well as public educational resources produced by Soka Gakkai to promote awareness of key global issues.
Includes playlists on Buddhist practice for beginners, members' stories from around the world and Soka Gakkai activities for peace