Chanting Growers Group (2013-∞)

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, June 22, 2014:

In judging the relative merit of Buddhist doctrines, I, Nichiren, believe that the best standards are those of reason and documentary proof. And even more valuable than reason and documentary proof is the proof of actual fact.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 599
Three Tripitaka Masters Pray for Rain
Written to the lay priest Nishiyama on June 22, 1275

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Monday, June 23, 2014:

Our present tribulations are like moxibustion; at the time, it is painful, but because it has beneficial after effects, the pain is not really pain. Urge on, but do not frighten, the ones from Atsuhara who are ignorant of Buddhism. Tell them to be prepared for the worst, and not to expect good times, but take the bad times for granted.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 998
On Persecutions Befalling the Sage
Written to all followers (and entrusted to Shijo Kingo on October 1, 1279)

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Tuesday, June 24, 2014:

Everyone believes in those Buddhist teachers who were revered in their own time. But the Buddha enjoins us in the Nirvana Sutra as his final instruction, "Rely on the Law and not upon persons." The Buddha taught us to rely on the sutras if the Buddhist teachers should be in error. You say those teachers could not possibly be in error, but between the Buddha's golden words and your personal opinion, I am committed to the former.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 805
The Letter of Petition from Yorimoto
Written on behalf of Shijo Kingo on June 25, 1277

 

[TrichyTrichy]

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo

PTD,DESI,DISCO

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Wednesday, June 25, 2014:

There are trails in the sky where birds fly, but people cannot recognize them. There are paths in the sea along which fish swim, but people cannot perceive them. All people and things of the four continents are reflected in the moon without a single exception, but people cannot see them. But they are visible to the heavenly eye. In like manner, ordinary people cannot see that the "Treasure Tower" chapter exists within the body of Lady Nichinyo, but Shakyamuni, Many Treasures, and the Buddhas of the ten directions perceive it. I, Nichiren, also presume this to be the case.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 915
An Outline of the "Entrustment" and Other Chapters
Written to Nichinyo on June 25, 1278

 

[Babbabud]

Thank you Weird

Nam myoho renge kyo

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Thursday, June 26, 2014:

This is the first time that the fundamental darkness has erupted in the lives of ordinary people caught in the illusions of thought and desire. Even if they pray to the gods, the Buddha, or the Lotus Sutra, these calamities will only be aggravated. But it is different when the votary of the Lotus Sutra offers prayers to the essential teaching of the Lotus Sutra. In the final analysis, unless we succeed in demonstrating that this teaching is supreme, these disasters will continue unabated.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 1114
The Treatment of Illness
Written to Toki Jonin on June 26, 1278

 

[easyDaimoku]

LTNS buddy
Nam myoho renge kyo

My brother! I miss you guys so much! Always chanting for yall and Jolene. Love always, easy

 

[easyDaimoku]

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo

PTD,DESI,DISCO

Trichy! Nam-myoho-renge-kyo! I'm also chanting for our friends including Bonzo and many others like GIS, Lap, Weird especially and his family. Our families are treasures and I consider you and Babba and many other (all) chanting growers as part of it! All my best to Chris and many other great Bodhisattvas chanting with us everyday. I really appreciate you all so much.

 

[TrichyTrichy]

EASYYYYYY!!!!!!!

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!!!!! Lapi is doin' alright!!!

 

[Babbabud]

Nam myoho renge kyo

 

[PassTheDoobie]

How is everyone? Ten year birthday is coming up soon. THANKS TO WEIRD!!! WELL DONE BROTHER.

KEEP CHANTING FOR G! HE IS STILL HANGING IN THERE AND SAYS HELLO TO ALL!

I will be around, but continue your posts as though I weren't. If you want to hear an hour of me reading each week from the Gosho and Daisaku Ikeda's encouragement, let me know and I will send you a link! Our business and family and keeping my mom and dad going has kept me very busy. I love you guys! Thank you all so much for being here!!!

MUCH LOVE AND DEEPEST RESPECT!!!

T

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Friday, June 27, 2014:

Though worldly troubles may arise, never let them disturb you. No one can avoid problems, not even sages or worthies. Drink sake only at home with your wife, and chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Suffer what there is to suffer, enjoy what there is to enjoy. Regard both suffering and joy as facts of life, and continue chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, no matter what happens. How could this be anything other than the boundless joy of the Law?

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 681
Happiness in this World
Written to Shijo Kingo on June 27, 1276

 

[Weird]

Daily Wisdom

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Saturday, June 28, 2014:

The fourth volume of the Lotus Sutra states, "[I will send...] men and women of pure faith, to offer alms to the teachers of the Law." The meaning of this sutra passage is that the heavenly gods and benevolent deities will assume various forms such as those of men and women, and present offerings to help the persons who practice the Lotus Sutra. There can be no doubt that this refers to you and your wife being born as a man and woman, and making offerings to Nichiren, the teacher of the Law.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 35
The Izu Exile
Written to Funamori Yasaburo on June 27, 1261

 

[easyDaimoku]

Finished a rough week strong and proud to be aware that our core is fully engaged in kosenrufu. My most recent friend to receive Gohonzon helped another school teacher receive her Gohonzon last week. Another friend I recently introduced to chanting is also accruing so much benefit and introduced a friend. This is great news to share and I'm glad ptd is back!

"One who studies the teachings of Buddhism must not fail to repay the four debts of gratitude. According to the Contemplation on the Mind-Ground Sutra, the first of the four debts is that owed to all living beings."

The Four Debts of Gratitude
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin pages 41-47
http://www.sgilibrary.org/view.php?page=41

 

[PassTheDoobie]

I want to again say THANK YOU to Weird! Dude, nothing could make me happier than to see you taking the time to share the Daishonin's teachings with everyone! I am SO grateful!!! I hope everyone had a great weekend.

I will be in the UK before the end of the month~ Anyone there want to get together? Let me know! And I will be in LA within the next couple of weeks. I hope to catch up on some phone calls then!

Bowing in humble obeisance!

T

 

[Payaso]

So Happy to hear from Thomas that he is OK, and hasn't fallen to the forces of evil!

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!

And Weird has become a beacon of LIGHT for all at ICMag to follow the teachings ...

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!

High Gypsy! We are still here Chanting for your freedom daily...

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!

 

[Babbabud]

So so happy to see you T

 

[Weird]

it is out of gratitude for you having shared the teachings with us in the first place

 

[Weird]

From the Writings of Nichiren Daishonin
Sunday, June 29, 2014:

If one hopes to study and master Buddhism, then one cannot do so without devoting time to the task.

The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 690
On Repaying Debts of Gratitude
Written to Joken-bo and Gijo-bo on July 21, 1276