DECEMBER 13, 2011

A woman who embraces the lion king of the Lotus Sutra need not fear any of the beasts of hell, or of the realm of hungry spirits and animals. All the offenses committed by a woman in her lifetime are like dry grass, and the single character myo of the Lotus Sutra is like a small spark. When a small spark is set to a large expanse of grass, not only the grass but also the big trees and large stones will all be consumed. Such is the power of the fire of wisdom in the single character myo.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, page 949
The Drum at the Gate of Thunder
Written to the lay nun Sennichi on October 19, 1278

Leaders themselves are responsible
  for creating a new history through
  their own prayer and actions.
When leaders are ablaze with passion
  they can light the flame of courage
  in the hearts of their fellow members.

Our exchanges at discussion meetings
  are the wellspring of happiness
  and victory.
Let's express our appreciation
  to the families that provides
  their home for meetings.
Praising one another for our valiant efforts,
  let's advance along a fresh march toward
  triumphant struggles.

Faith manifests itself as wisdom. The purpose of our faith is to become wise, so that we can live wisely. The desire to save others becomes merely an abstract goal if those who practice faith cannot communicate with their own children nor build strong and happy families.