Disciples who wait for the mentor to do something for them are disciples of the pre-Lotus Sutra teachings. True disciples of the Lotus Sutra are those who struggle just as the mentor does.​

The Daishonin urges his followers to practice “just as Nichiren” (GZ, 1589) and to “spread the Lotus Sutra as he does” (WND, 994). Disciples who wait for the mentor to do something for them are disciples of the pre-Lotus Sutra teachings. True disciples of the Lotus Sutra are those who struggle just as the mentor does.  ​

In a writing titled “Embudaichu Gosho” (On Jambudvipa), the Daishonin states: “I pray that my followers will be cubs of the lion king and never incur the ridicule of packs of foxes. Strive to expose the wrongs of powerful adversaries, never begrudging your life, just as Nichiren…. It is rare indeed to meet with such a lion” (GZ, 1589).​

I have practised in accord with these words. From that standpoint, I would like to present them to the members of the youth division who will inherit and carry on the Soka Gakkai’s legacy.

“Share your thoughts and celebrate the life of our beloved mentor by contributing a eulogy on the site https://daisakuikedalegacy.org/wordpress/eulogy. Your words will forever cherish his memory.”​