"It is senseless to blame others or your environment for your miseries. Change begins from the moment you muster the courage to act. When you change, the environment will change. The power to change the world is found nowhere but within our own life." -Daisaku Ikdea-

As I begin my 21st year of Buddhist practice with SGI-USA, I find great joy in sharing quotes, principles, guidances and poems from Daisaku Ikeda . Some are poems and thoughts of my own. I hope you will be encouraged.

Wednesday, August 1, 2007

Genuine


"The fundamental way to put this genuine philosophy into action is to respect and treasure your parents. Give your parents peace of mind, show your appreciation for them and bring them joy. Those who have no concern for their parents cannot be called splendid people, whatever else they may have accomplished in life. To show appreciation for one's parents is the noblest behavior as a human being; it is the highest art and the truest path."

"One's behavior as a human being--this is the starting and ending point of Buddhism."

-Daiskau Ikeda-

Taken from "The World Tribune Express"
No. 425
Previews July 13, 2007

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