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About Nichiren Shoshu True Buddhism
Nichiren Shoshu is the name of the denomination which follows the orthodox teachings of true Buddhism as taught by Nichiren Daishonin, the True Buddha, who made his advent in Japan in 1222. Nichiren Shoshu has temples and centers worldwide and actively propagates the true teachings of Nichiren Daishonin. The practice of Nichiren Shoshu true Buddhism brings about powerful benefits and positive changes to the lives of those who practice it. You can learn more this wonderful practice at NST.org.
Expression of Sympathy
From the bottom of my heart, I express my deepest sympathy to the victims of the earthquake and tsunami in East Japan.
I am deeply saddened that so many precious lives were lost, due to this great disaster.
I offer my heartfelt prayer for the peace and happiness of those who fell victim to this tragedy. At the same time, I would like to express my deep condolences to the survivors.
I offer my sincere prayer for the healing of the survivors and a strong recovery from this calamity.
I ask the members of our local Nichiren Shoshu temples affected by this disaster to please believe in the power of the mystic Law (Myoho). I offer my prayer for you to overcome this great obstacle with strong and unwavering faith.
Please accept my sincere expression of sympathy.
Nichinyo Hayase
Sixty-eighth High Priest of Nichiren Shoshu
March 14, 2011
Notice Regarding Earthquake and Tsunami in Japan
Dear Myohoji Hokkeko Members,
As you know, many people in the region of East Japan lost their precious lives due to the strongest earthquake ever recorded there and the giant tsunami on March 11th. I offer my sincere prayers to the Gohonzon for the peace and happiness of the deceased victims. I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to the victims who lost their family members and friends.
I believe that Japan, supported by people around the world, will rebuild the country, even though it may be a long journey. Let’s pray to the Gohonzon that they will be able to overcome this current, unprecedented disaster.
Nichiren Shoshu was able to make contact with all the Nichiren Shoshu temples in the East Japan region on March 16th, and confirmed that they all are safe. The Hokkeko Federation in Japan is still working to find the status of the Hokkeko members in the region of East Japan. Let’s chant Daimoku for their safety.
Shodai:
Because of the critical situation in Japan, Myohoji Temple will conduct special Shodai sessions at the temple for the victims. It will begin today, and will be held daily through the end of April. Those of you who cannot come to Myohoji, please chant Daimoku in your homes. The special Shodai sessions shall be held as follows:
- One hour of Daimoku shall be chanted following evening Gongyo every day.
- Every Sunday from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM we will conduct a two-hour Shodai session.
Contributions:
If you wish to make a contribution for the victims, please write “For Earthquake victims” on your Gokuyo envelope when you offer your Gokuyo to the temple. Checks should be made payable to NST or Nichiren Shoshu Temple. We will send your sincere donations to the victims through the Head Temple.
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake hit Fujinomiya City near the Head Temple on the night of March 15th, but there was no damage at the Head Temple.
Thank you very much for your heartfelt support for the earthquake and tsunami victims in Japan.
Sincerely,
Rev. Taishin Takano
Chief Priest
NST Myohoji Temple
March 17, 2011
Myohoji Temple – Los Angeles Chapter Report
Myohoji Temple celebrated the seventeenth Hokkeko Annual Meeting on November eighth at our beautiful temple in West Hollywood, California. The main hall was filled with believers from not just the local Los Angeles area, but also San Diego, Las Vegas, Utah, Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Five people received Gojukai at morning Gongyo.
The meeting opened with the children’s group singing “Take me out to the temple,” which brought big smiles to the faces of all attendees. A beautiful DVD presentation of Myohoji activities and tozans of 2009 followed. A new believer shared his experience and the trio “The Pink Ladies” sang and gave their August tozan experience. The koto outlined our goals toward 2015 as given by High Priest Nichinyo Shonin. Chief Priest Rev. Takano encouraged everyone in the Myohoji Hokkeko to chant Daimoku and take action in the quest to fulfill the High Priest’s guidance to increase the Hokkeko membership by 50 percent by 2015.
The Myohoji Band and Singers concluded the meeting with two songs they had done for the High Priest at the October tozan, an original song by a band member, “Keep on Chanting” and the well known “Here Comes the Sun.”
A record number of Myohoji Hokkeko believers have attended the 2009 Tozans in commemoration ofthe 750th anniversary of the submission of the Rissho ankoku ron, with more ot go in December. Many attendees were making their first tozan to the Head Temple, and lots of familiey groups have attended, in some cases with three generations participating.
