OUR CREED
1. We consider the Lotus Sutra as personally experienced by
Nichiren Shonin to be the foundation of our life.
2. Sakyamuni Buddha who has been trying to save all the people
from time immortal is the True Teacher embodying wisdom and
compassion. We put our total faith in Him.
3. "Namu Myoho Renge Kyo" is a vow to cultivate the
Buddha nature of men and to build the land of Buddha. We consider
him our teacher and try to achieve the goal.
4. Nichiren Shonin made a vow to cultivate the Buddha nature
of men and to build the land of Buddha. We consider him our
teacher and try to achieve the goal.
5. We will always be aware that we are the Buddha's children
and will live together with all the people in search for the
truth.
(quotation from "A Handbook for members of the Nichiren
Sect")
PLEDGES OF LAY MEMBERS
I, as a member of the Nichiren Sect, swear before the Gohonzon
and in my heart to practice the following:
1. Admonition and Duties..... I will obey the teachings
of Nichiren Shonin, strictly follow his admonishments, and
make every effort to do my duties as member of the Nichiren
Sect.
2. Faith and Occupation..... I will do my daily work faithfully
and will try to be of help to society.
3. Reverence to Ancestors and Faith..... I will always clean
the family altar, will not neglect visiting the family graveyard,
and will respectfully observe memorial services for my ancestors.
4. Faith and Training Every Morning and Evening..... I will
work hard at faith and training every morning and evening
and live a pure and religious life daily.
5. Bright and Happy Family..... I will try to build a bright
and happy family through mutual love, respect and cooperation
among family members.
(quotation from "Shingyo Hikkei")
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