Dear Sensei, as I received the news of your passing, words alone cannot encapsulate the magnitude of the pain I feel and impact you had on my life. But, as much as I can in this solemn moment, I humbly attempt in writing to convey my emotions and the enduring legacy of a great man whose spirit will forever resonate in my heart. Daisaku Ikeda, my mentor and my spiritual compass, was not just a spiritual leader; he was the embodiment of unwavering determination and boundless compassion.