1. About Nichiren Buddhism In the practice of nichiren buddhism it means reciting Nammyoho-renge-kyo, and part of the second chapter Hoben and the entire sixteenth Juryo chapter of http://www.gosho.net/

About the Buddhism of Nichiren Note: Please pardon the dust while things are moving around. These teachings are based on those of the Lotus Sutra, the title of which alone, according to Nichiren, contains the essence of all the Buddhist teachings and the correct path to attaining enlightenment. The practice advocated by Nichiren consists in reciting the formula, " Nam myoho renge-kyo." Goshos: The Major Writings of Nichiren These letters and treatises collected in English as The Major Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, are among the primary study materials for his disciples. The Record of the Orally Transmitted Teachings Excerpts from the Gosho Zenshu compiled from a variety of disparate sources. The Lotus Sutra A collection of materials for studying Shakyamuni Buddha's highest teaching. The Practice of Gongyo The Japanese word " Gongyo " literally means "assiduous practice." Generally speaking it means to recite Buddhist sutras in front of an object of worship . In the practice of Nichiren Buddhism it means reciting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, and part of the second chapter " Hoben " and the entire sixteenth "

2. What Is The Buddhism Of Nichiren What is the Buddhism of Nichiren? Chanting Nammyoho-renge-kyo. This is the fundamental practice of nichiren buddhism, performed morning and evening. http://www.sgi-usa.org/buddhism/bofnd.html

Introduction to Buddhism FAQ's on Buddhism The Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin From India to America: a History ... The Library What is the Buddhism of Nichiren? Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo The Gohonzon Daily Practice The Major Writings ... Lay Believers Members of the SGI practice the Buddhism taught by Nichiren , a 13th Century Japanese priest whose philosophy centered around the final teaching of the first historically recognized Buddha (known as Siddhartha Gautama or Shakyamuni Buddha ). This teaching, called the Lotus Sutra , declares that all living beings have the potential to attain enlightenment or Buddhahood. This responsibility is furthered by an understanding of the simultaneity of cause and effect. Each thought, word and deed has an immediate effect both on the individual and on his or her environment. The goal SGI members try to achieve is to manifest Buddhahood, or enlightenment, in their lives, which will tap their creative potential as individuals and, in so doing, create thriving and peaceful families, work places and communities. The eventual goal is, through the gradual "human revolution" of the individual, to create peace and prosperity in societies throughout the world.

3. Stop The Slander Devoted to bringing civility to the discussion of nichiren buddhism. http://www.millerthought.com/stoptheslander/

Reform the Nichiren Buddhist Debate This web site is devoted to bringing civility to the discussion of Nichiren Buddhism on the internet. I and all of those supporting the positions in the essay hope to protect and purify the online perception of Nichiren Buddhism in its various forms by proposing the following: The disputants in the various inter-Nichiren debates should immediately agree to cease their angry, hateful rhetoric online and in every other forum. The forums of the individual schools should be left to those individual schools unless a member of another school invites an individual to participate. Participants in forums for those of more than one school (ecumenical forums) or as an invited guest in the forum of a particular school should behave in a courteous manner, humbly, politely, and unabusively stating his or her opinions on subjects of contention. Attacks on persons not in a particular forum, besides being contrary to the above principles, should also cease in respect of the fact that the individual is not able to respond to them. These propositions should be applied with the spirit that each individual and each school has the right to practice as it sees fit without interference from other individuals and schools, regardless of one's personal beliefs as to that school's truth or efficacy.

4. Nichiren Buddhism - A Buddhist Community NichirenShu.org A Buddhist Community ENTER. Los Angeles Buddhist Temple. Lotus Sutra - Saddharma Pundarika - Hokkekyo. 338047. http://www.nichirenshu.org/

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5. Nichiren Buddhism nichiren buddhism. For Nichiren, reciting the mystic phrase Namu Myoho Renge Kyo ( Hail to the Lotus Sutra ) was the quintessence of Buddhist practice. http://philtar.ucsm.ac.uk/encyclopedia/easia/nich.html

Nichiren Buddhism Doctrines The Nichiren, Pure Land and Zen schools initially emphasised different facets of Tendai teachings, but they soon outgrew their 'parent', Tendai. Nichiren (1222-1282), a learned monk and resolute devotee of the Lotus Sutra (Japanese; Myoho-Renge-Kyo or Hoke-Kyo), preached uncompromisingly against other 'evil' forms of Buddhism, including Zen, Shingon and Pure Land. His aim was to restore pure Tendai teaching, which focused on the Lotus Sutra. According to Chinese thought, the Buddha had gradually revealed more and more of the true Dharma during his life. In Nichiren's view, the Lotus Sutra was the only, not just the final, revelation of the truth. For Nichiren, reciting the mystic phrase 'Namu Myoho Renge Kyo' ('Hail to the Lotus Sutra') was the quintessence of Buddhist practice. If adopted throughout the country it could transform Japan and then the world into a Buddha-land. Nichiren's teachings, though based on a sophisticated knowledge of the Buddhist scriptural tradition, are set out in the form of intriguing vernacular dialogues between a devotee of the Lotus Sutra and an unbeliever, and in letters sent by Nichiren to various disciples during his lifetime. Central to his teaching is the Tendai notion of 'three thousand worlds in one instant of thought'. This conveys the idea that at any moment we can experience hell or, by invoking the power of the Lotus Sutra, the highest enlightenment. Central to Nichiren's doctrine was a mission to convert the shogun, emperor and all the people of Japan to devotion to the Lotus Sutra.

6. Welcome To Nichiren's Coffeehouse & Gohonzon Gallery: Interfaith Links On The Lo Resources on the disparate forms of nichiren buddhism and the various perspectives on the Buddha's teachings. http://www.LotusSutra.net/

"All the various scriptures are quoted in order to increase one's faith, and all of the various commentaries are quoted in order to aid one's attainment." Chanting Namu Myohorengekyo "[Meditational insight] is the warp and all dharmas are the woof, and all the various texts are woven together here as in no other tradition within Buddhism." The Great Teacher Chan-jan of Miao-lo-ssu temple in China [711-782] Enter the Coffeehouse: [ Search by Sect Search by Location The History of Nichiren's Coffeehouse An Open Letter to the Lotus Sutra Schools ... What's New in the Coffeehouse? Search the Buddha Dharma Archives Match: Any word All words Exact phrase Sound-alike matching Within: Anywhere Title Description Keywords Body Alternate text URL Show: results with without summaries Sort by: score date Search: Books All Products Magazines Popular Music Classical Music Video DVD Baby Electronics Software Outdoor Living Wireless Phones Keywords: If you are having difficulty with this webpage you may need to download Shockwave to make your browser more interactive. .SWF created by Rock Solid Partners You are Visitor Since 1997

7. The Buddhism Of Everyday Life Introduction to nichiren buddhism describing fundamentals, the life and work of Nichiren, and personal perspectives. http://www.comp.glam.ac.uk/pages/staff/srharris/Buddhism/Budcont.html

8. On The Priest Nichiren, Founder Of Nichiren Buddhism The biography of Nichiren Shonin (12221282), written by Ryuei Michael McCormick of Nichiren Shu on the history of nichiren buddhism. Hosted by Nichiren's Coffeehouse. Nichiren Shonin is the founder of nichiren buddhism. He was born on February 16, 1222 in the fishing known of his parents, though Nichiren Shonin later claimed that he was http://campross.crosswinds.net/Ryuei/NichirensBio.html

Nichiren Shonin (1222-1282) by Ryuei Michael McCormick Part 1: Childhood and Early Studies Nichiren Shonin is the founder of Nichiren Buddhism. He was born on February 16, 1222 in the fishing village of Kominato in the Japanese Province of Awa, which is Chiba Prefecture today. His father's name was Nukina Jiro Shigetada, and he may have been a minor functionary working for the nearby manor house. His mother's name was Umegiku. Little is known of his parents, though Nichiren Shonin later claimed that he was the son of a humble fisherman. Nichiren Shonin's childhood name was Zen-nichi-maro. At the age of 11, Nichiren Shonin's bright and questioning mind attracted the attention of the lady of the local manor for whom his father worked. Her patronage enabled him to enter the local Seichoji Temple (also called Kiyosumidera), where he could receive an education and begin his quest for his many questions about life. There, he was given the name Yaku-o-maro. Upon entering the temple, Nichiren Shonin prayed to Akashagarbha Bodhisattva (Kokuzo Bosatsu) to become the wisest person in Japan so that he could discover the true intention of Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings. Specifically, he wanted to know why the people who put their faith in Nembutsu were still suffering and even undergoing terrible and painful deaths; he wanted to know why the emperor had been defeated by the shogunate in 1221 even though the god Hachiman had vowed to support the imperial family until the 100th emperor; and he wanted to know which sect upheld the true teaching of the Buddha.

9. Nichiren Buddhism - A Buddhist Community NichirenShu.org A Buddhist Community ENTER. Los Angeles Buddhist Temple. Lotus Sutra - Saddharma Pundarika - Hokkekyo. 333349. http://www.nichirenshu.org/index.shtm

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10. SGI - Buddhism nichiren buddhism, SGI members follow the teachings of Nichiren, a Buddhist monk who lived in 13th century Japan. Nichiren asserted http://www.sgi.org/english/Buddhism/nichiren.htm

BUDDHISM Introduction Nichiren Buddhism Shakyamuni Nichiren ... Practice CONCEPTS Nam-myoho-renge-kyo Gohonzon Gongyo Bodhisattva ... Lotus Sutra MORE BUDDHISM Buddhism in Daily Life Research Papers Nichiren Buddhism SGI members follow the teachings of Nichiren , a Buddhist monk who lived in 13th century Japan. Nichiren asserted that every individual has the potential to become enlightened in his or her present lifetime. Buddhist practice is a vehicle of individual empowerment. Each person has within the power to overcome life's inevitable challenges, to live a life of value and become a positive influence in one's community, society and the world. Origins in India Nichiren's philosophy is rooted in the teachings of Shakyamuni (Gautama Siddartha), the historical founder of Buddhism who lived in India some 2,500 years ago. His teachings were recorded as sutras and spread throughout Asia, giving rise to a number of distinct schools of Buddhism.

11. ReligionsNet.com Religious Studies Resource Links: Nichiren Buddhism Faith, Practice, and Study Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism. Principle of Buddhist Ethics. Soka Gakkai International (U.S.A.) nichiren buddhism Now. Reiyukai Association of Spiritual Friends. Buddha Dharma Archives. LutusSutra.net Coast (US) Web Site (Honmon Butsuryushu; nichiren buddhism) Nichiren Shoshu http://www.markfoster.net/jccc/nichiren.html

ReligionsNet.com Religious Studies Resource Links: Nichiren Buddhism Faith, Practice, and Study: Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism Principle of Buddhist Ethics Soka Gakkai International (U.S.A.) Nichiren Buddhism Now ... Return to the table of contents

12. SGI - Buddhism Prayer is central to the practice of nichiren buddhism. nichiren buddhism stresses the inseparability of earthly desires and enlightenment. http://www.sgi.org/english/Buddhism/more/more05.htm

BUDDHISM Introduction Nichiren Buddhism Shakyamuni Nichiren ... Practice CONCEPTS Nam-myoho-renge-kyo Gohonzon Gongyo Bodhisattva ... Lotus Sutra MORE BUDDHISM Buddhism in Daily Life Research Papers More Buddhism Prayer in Buddhism Prayer is central to the practice of Nichiren Buddhism. SGI members often relate experiences of "offering earnest prayer," or "praying from the bottom of my heart." They also speak of having their prayers "answered." What do SGI members mean when they make such statements? The Webster's Third International Dictionary defines prayer as "a solemn and humble approach to Divinity in word or thought, usually involving beseeching, petition, confession, praise, or thanksgiving." In what ways does the Buddhist understanding of prayer accord with this definition, and how does it differ?

13. About Nichiren Buddhism About nichiren buddhism. nichiren buddhism is one of the foremost schools of Buddhist thought in the world today. It centers on one http://www.middlewaypress.com/about_buddhism.html

About Nichiren Buddhism Nichiren Buddhism is one of the foremost schools of Buddhist thought in the world today. It centers on one of the last teachings of the historic Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama or Shakyamuni. This teaching, called the Lotus Sutra, decares that all living beings, regardless of gender or intelligence, have the potential to attain "Buddhahood," a state of life characterized by compassion, courage, wisdom, joy and life force. Thus people can use Nichiren Buddhism in an everyday, practical way, to both deal with the realities of their busy daily lives and also to actively engage with others and ultimately contribute to the betterment of society and the world at large. For more information, go the SGI-USA website: www.sgi-usa.org About Middleway About Nichiren Buddhism About the SGI ... Press Room

14. On The Priest Nichiren, Founder Of Nichiren Buddhism The biography of Nichiren Shonin (12221282), written by Ryuei Michael McCormick of Nichiren Shu on the history of nichiren buddhism. http://nichirenscoffeehouse.net/Ryuei/NichirensBio.html

Nichiren Shonin (1222-1282) by Ryuei Michael McCormick Part 1: Childhood and Early Studies Nichiren Shonin is the founder of Nichiren Buddhism. He was born on February 16, 1222 in the fishing village of Kominato in the Japanese Province of Awa, which is Chiba Prefecture today. His father's name was Nukina Jiro Shigetada, and he may have been a minor functionary working for the nearby manor house. His mother's name was Umegiku. Little is known of his parents, though Nichiren Shonin later claimed that he was the son of a humble fisherman. Nichiren Shonin's childhood name was Zen-nichi-maro. At the age of 11, Nichiren Shonin's bright and questioning mind attracted the attention of the lady of the local manor for whom his father worked. Her patronage enabled him to enter the local Seichoji Temple (also called Kiyosumidera), where he could receive an education and begin his quest for his many questions about life. There, he was given the name Yaku-o-maro. Upon entering the temple, Nichiren Shonin prayed to Akashagarbha Bodhisattva (Kokuzo Bosatsu) to become the wisest person in Japan so that he could discover the true intention of Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings. Specifically, he wanted to know why the people who put their faith in Nembutsu were still suffering and even undergoing terrible and painful deaths; he wanted to know why the emperor had been defeated by the shogunate in 1221 even though the god Hachiman had vowed to support the imperial family until the 100th emperor; and he wanted to know which sect upheld the true teaching of the Buddha.

15. The Fuji Lineage: History Of Nichiren Buddhism History of nichiren buddhism. In 1874, Taisekiji Temple became part of the Shoretsu Branch of nichiren buddhism by the decree of the new Meiji government. http://nichirenscoffeehouse.net/Ryuei/HokkeShu_06.html

History of Nichiren Buddhism The Fuji Lineage by Ryuei Michael McCormick The history of the Fuji Lineage of Nikko is a convoluted story all on its own. It is an important one, however, because the Nichiren Shoshu sect derives from this lineage, and through its one-time lay organization, the Soka Gakkai , the Nichiren Shoshu teachings have spread more widely inside and outside of Japan than any of the other Nichiren sects. Because of this, the idiosyncratic views of Nichiren Shoshu are the only ones commonly known outside Japan, though the major Nichiren schools in Japan view them as misreprentations of the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha and Nichiren Shonin. A careful examination of the history and claims of Nichiren Shoshu reveal that these teachings are, in fact, based upon a tapestry of unsubstantiated claims. These idiosyncratic views cannot be traced back to Nikko himself, but one must understand the history of Nikko's Lineage and especially the history of Taisekiji Temple to see how Nichiren Shoshu developed. To recap, in 1290, the Lord of Ueno, Nanjo Tokimtsu, built the Taisekiji Temple at Oishigahara for Nikko who had left Mt. Minobu because of his disputes with Lord Hakii and Niko. Nanjo Tokimitsu, the Lord of Ueno, was the uncle of Nikko's disciple Nichimoku.

16. The Illness Within Nichiren Buddhism Devoted to bringing civility to the discussion of nichiren buddhism, essay on rationale. The Illness within nichiren buddhism. or, Shoju and Shakubuku. http://www.millerthought.com/stoptheslander/essay.html

The Illness within Nichiren Buddhism or, Shoju and Shakubuku Introduction These two methods of shoju and shakubuku are like water and fire. Fire hates water, water detests fire. The practitioner of shoju laughs with scorn at shakubuku. The practitioner of shakubuku laments at the thought of shoju. When the country is full of evil people without wisdom, then shoju is the primary method to be applied, as described in the "Peaceful Practices" chapter. But at a time when there are many people of perverse views who slander the Law, then shakubuku should come first, as described in the "Never Disparaging" chapter. - The Opening of the Eyes, part 2 Fellow Practitioners of the Buddhism of Nichiren: Something is wrong in the world of Nichiren Buddhism. No matter the school of Nichiren Buddhism in question, the promise of the practice of this Buddhism is enlightenment, the opening up of our Buddha wisdom and bodhisattva compassion. And Nichiren reminded us that daily life is Buddhism, and Buddhism is in accord with reason. Nonetheless, if you look at any reasonable sampling of the message boards, mailing lists, and newsgroups related to Nichiren Buddhism, you will see that many of these forums wallow in hatred and anger - and perhaps ignorance, as well. Of course, some argue that the internet is a poor sampling of Nichiren Buddhists; this may very well be true. However, Nichiren Buddhists active in internet forums have a special responsibility. The internet is rapidly becoming (and for some groups, already is) the main source of information for society. Many people, when looking for information on a new subject, turn to the internet to thoroughly research that subject from all available angles. Within the next ten years - perhaps even within the next five - just about every person in the most impressionable age groups will be obtaining their information and forming their opinions based on the variegated landscape that is the internet.

17. Untitled Document Offers overview of nichiren buddhism, along with quotes and practice information. http://www.geocities.com/Tokyo/Garden/1953/

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18. NBAA Nichiren Buddhist Association Of America Is Buddhism Based On The Lotus Sut Nichiren Buddhist Association of America is a group of individuals devoted to the support and spread of nichiren buddhism. You are http://www.nbaa.tv/

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19. NBAA Nichiren Buddhist Association Of America Is Buddhism Based On The Lotus Sut Nichiren Buddhist Association of America is a group of individuals devoted to the support and spread of nichiren buddhism. YES! nichiren buddhism does. http://www.nbaa.tv/welcome.html

Welcome to NBAA!!! Learn About Buddhism Learn what Buddhism really is and what practicing it can do! There really is no other way that has been proven to enable each and every person to change their destiny and totally eliminate suffering from their lives. This is not about dogma, but about profound philosophy and seeking and finding the truth of life. Nichiren Buddhism is a form of Mahayana Buddhism based on the Law of the Life. It is named after the priest Nichiren, who devoted his life to the enlightenment and happiness of the entire universe. The people who make up NBAA have vowed to follow Nichiren's example and have therefore devoted their lives to this goal as well. To read these vows click here What do Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and Hinduism all have in common? THEY DON'T WORK! Does any religion really work?

20. Nichiren Buddhism nichiren buddhism. nichiren buddhism is a branch of Buddhism based on the teachings of the 13th century Buddhist monk named Nichiren. http://www.fact-index.com/n/ni/nichiren_buddhism.html

Main Page See live article Alphabetical index Nichiren Buddhism Nichiren Buddhism is a branch of Buddhism based on the teachings of the 13th century Buddhist monk named Nichiren In his priestly studies, Nichiren discovered that the highest teachings of the Buddha Sakyamuni (563?-483?BC) were to be found in the Lotus Sutra . The mantra he expounded, " Namu Myoho Renge Kyo ," expresses his devotion to that body of teachings, and is chanted by his followers to this day. In his life he stridently believed that the contemporary teachings of Buddhism taught by other sects (like Zen ) were mistaken in their interpretations of the correct path to enlightenment and therefore refuted them publicly and vociferously. In doing so, he provoked the ire of the ruling Japanese feudal lords, and was subjected to exiles and persecutions for his propagation efforts. His personal communications and writings to his followers (called "Honorable Writings," or "Gosho") detail his view of the correct form of practice for the "Latter Day of the Law" (mappo), and many are preserved to this day. In marked contrast to other Buddhist schools, Nichiren Buddhists believe that personal enlightenment can be reached in a single lifetime. Central to their practice of "Daimoku" is the repeated recitation of the phrase, "

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