61. Soka Gakkai Central to soka gakkai s philsophy are the ideas of human revolution (ie When Makiguchi discovered Nichiren buddhism late in life he came to the http://philtar.ucsm.ac.uk/encyclopedia/easia/soka.html

Soka Gakkai Doctrines The teachings of Soka Gakkai (Value-Creating Educational Association) are derived from those of Nichiren (see NICHIREN), via the Nichiren Shoshu sub-sect from which Soka Gakkai formally split in the 1990's. Nichiren's teachings however have been considerably modified in Soka Gakkai by the integration of the 'value-creating' (so-ka) educational philosophy of the first founder of Soka Gakkai, Tsunesaburo Makiguchi. Central to Soka Gakkai's philsophy are the ideas of 'human revolution' (i.e. personal and social transformation) and the Tendai concept of 'one thought, three thousand worlds'. According to Soka Gakkai, human beings can change themselves, and through changing themselves change the world. Change for the better is brought about by chanting the powerful daimoku or title of the Lotus Sutra 'nam-myoho-renge-kyo'. The effect of chanting this phrase, which embodies the essence of the enlightened mind of the Buddha, is radically to elevate one's mental and spiritual state within the 3,000 possible states of mind, which range from the experience of hell to perfect supreme enlightenment. Since 'body and mind are not two' (i.e. they are a unity), the transformation of the 'inner' or mental state is reflected in transformed behaviour and therefore social influence. If enough people practice daimoku whole societies and eventually the whole world will be transformed. History Symbols The central symbol for Soka Gakkai is the gohonzon (object of worship) which comprises a wooden tablet or paper copy of the title of the Lotus Sutra, the daimoku, chanted by believers during their spiritual practice. Nichiren's name is inscribed below the title, which is surrounded by the names of various Buddhist and other Japanese divinities.

62. Nichiren Buddhism When buddhism was disestablished in 1868 temple priests of all sects were in the 20th century including Reiyukai, soka gakkai and Rissho Koseikai. 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.

63. Welcome To This Is Toni's Place - SOKA GAKKAI INTERNATIONAL - ALTAR soka gakkai, Background, Background, Background, Background Studying and practicing buddhism, specifically the buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin, http://www.tonidunlap.com/altar.htm

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo My practice of the buddhist faith has added a very profound dimension to my life. Studying and practicing buddhism, specifically the buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin, assures one's life will experience a human revolution. That for me has truly been a fact. And because of my practice, at this time in my life, I am realizing the wonderful benefits that this Buddhism promises. Oh yes, there have been obstacles. Many of them and they are to be expected. However, with faith, study and practice my life is filled with peace and with great happiness. This addition to my web site is a dedication and an appreciation of the Buddhism of Nichren Daishonin. It is a part of my work toward attaining Buddhahood. Most of all, I hope that you will enjoy your visit. Our world needs Kosen-rufu. This picture is a Digital Art depiction of my altar. I created it using objects made especially for me by a wonderful and talented Digital Art designer. His name is Schnaps and you can visit his web site One Commune to see more of his brilliant work. He is responsible for all of the beautiful Accessories.

64. SOKA GAKKAI INTERNATIONAL SGI NICHIREN SHOSHU NICHIREN BUDDHISM HOKKEKO KEMPON H EASYTO-USE LINKS TO WEBSITES BY soka gakkai,soka gakkai INTERNATIONAL,SGI,NICHIREN SHOSHU,HIGH PRIEST NIKKEN,HOKKEKO,KEMPON HOKKESHU AND NICHIRENSHU. http://members.aol.com/watchbuddh/sgi-link.html

Soka Gakkai International ( S G I) Nichiren Shoshu/Hokkeko and other Sect-Related Websites and Links nichiren, nichiren buddhism User-Friendly Navigation Guide to Over 100 SGI Websites September 2003 This is a private website prepared by a group of volunteers who collect interesting information from the cyberspace. This site is not supported or approved by Soka Gakkai International organizations and Soka University. Please feel free to copy any articles and use them as you wish. Also, please send any hot news, interesting translations and new links to watchbuddh@aol.com or watchbuddha@aol.com (both "WATCHBUDDH" and "WATCHBUDDHA" can now be used). For links to all SGI websites, go to the end of this page. Nichiren Daishonin wrote: "Many raging fires are quenched by a single shower of rain, and many evil forces are vanquished by a single great truth. Nichiren and his followers are proving this." Major Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, Vol. 1, p. 154. Please enjoy this website as the actual proof of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism as practiced in SGI. GREAT TRUTH about SGI can be found in this "Navigation Guide" and the following "Link Page." SPECIAL NEWS ON NICHIREN SHOSHU Nichiren Shoshu Lost 5 Major Court Cases in Japan HOT NEWS ITEM - Major Japanese Newspapers (Asahi, Mainichi) Reported on April 8, 2003 an Unprecendented Incident in the History of Japanese Religion - Nichiren Shoshu Taiseki-ji Head Temple (Under Supervision of High Priest Nikken Abe) Admits Throwing Away Ashes (Cremated remains) without the Families Permission!

65. Nichiren Buddhism - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia Full disclosure statement soka gakkai retains the copyrights on the foregoing Nichiren Shoshu and soka gakkai ReligionFacts.com on Nichiren buddhism. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nichiren_Buddhism

Wikimedia needs your help in the final days of its fund drive. See our fundraising page Over US$225,000 has been donated so far! Other charities also need your help. Nichiren Buddhism From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Buddhism Culture History List of topics ... People By region By country Schools Temples Concepts ... Timeline Nichiren Buddhism Nichiren-kei sho shūha ) is a branch of Buddhism stemming from the teachings of the 13th century Japanese monk Nichiren ). Nichiren Buddhism itself also comprises several major schools, such as Nichiren Shu and Nichiren Shoshu , and many sub-schools, and it has spawned several of Japan's new religious, such as Reiyukai and Sōka Gakkai . Various forms of Nichiren Buddhism have had great influence among certain sections of Japanese society at different times in the country's history, such as among the merchants of Kyoto in Japan's middle ages and among some ultranationalists during the pre- World War II era. Nichiren Buddhism is generally noted for its opposition to other forms of Buddhism and an evangelical streak as evinced by some schools' practice of shakubuku , efforts to convert others by refuting their current beliefs and convincing them of the validity of Nichiren's teachings.

66. Soka Gakkai :: Buddhists Seek Ultimate Truth Of Universe Basic Beliefs of the soka gakkai International school of buddhism include soka gakkai International is a denomination of buddhism that dates back 750 http://www.religionnewsblog.com/2336

@import "/quicksub.css"; ReligionNewsBlog.com Religion news about religious cults, sects, world religions, and related issues Home News Tracker Archives About RNB ... Contact RNB Our sites: Apologetics Index Religion News Blog Cult FAQ ApoloTalk Grace and Mercy HouseChurch.nl ... Advanced Search [Soka Gakkai] Buddhists seek ultimate truth of universe Soka Gakkai ReligionNewsBlog.com Topeka Capital Journal, Jan. 25, 2003 http://infobrix.yellowbrix.com/ Publication date: 2003-01-25 Arrival time: 2003-02-12 PHIL ANDERSON/The Capital-Journal At 3 p.m. on a recent Sunday afternoon, 18 adherents of the Soka Gakkai International school of Buddhism gathered in a midtown Topeka home to chant, discuss their beliefs and spread the word about their organization to several visitors in attendance. Facing the front of the home's dining room while seated in folding chairs, the group began their meeting by chanting for about 15 minutes. "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo," the adherents chanted in unison, while holding clasped hands in front of their faces. "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo...." The phrase was chanted rapidly and repeated, as the volume reached a crescendo before Preston Hoyt, of Lawrence, sounded a gong at the front of the room.

67. DIBO Web Links : Lineages And Orders >> Nichiren >> Soka Gakkai soka gakkai UK Eaglepeak Buddhist Information Pages. - Review Florida Region SGI-USA - Official site. Includes the Diversity 99 Festival, http://www.buddhism.org/link/pages/Lineages_and_Orders/Nichiren/Soka_Gakkai/

TOP Lineages and Orders Nichiren >> Soka Gakkai Add a Site Modify a Site TOP Category Authodox Buddhism Buddhist Studies Nation by Region Education Forums and News Group Lineages and Orders Mahayana Buddhism Organizations Vajrayana Buddhism Web Services Zen Buddhism Find Site (total 21) A Warm Welcome to Soka Gakkai (Japan) - Soka Gakkai is a lay association of Nichiren Buddhists founded on the principle that life is inherently respectworthy. With Buddhist practice, an individual can develop wisdom to create value and live a meaningful life, actively engaged in society. Review Boston Research Center for the 21st Century - Official site. An international peace institute that "brings together scholars and activists in dialogue ... to support an evolving global ethic for a peaceful twenty-first century". Site offers information about its programs and publications on human rights, nonviolence, ecological harmony, and economic justice. Full-text newsletters are on-line. Review BuddhaJones.com - Craving enlightenment on the web... A site featuring philosophy and so-called humor, created by people who practice Nichiren Buddhism in the Soka Gakkai tradition. Review Buddhists in Hawaii - information on Buddhist activities and discussion meetings in the central Oahu Mililani area of Hawaii for Soka Gakkai buddhists and guests, also links to Soka Gakkai national/international sites.

68. CRI Journal - CRJ0132A have come at a worse time for followers of Nichiren Shoshu buddhism. In Japan within the past year and a half the soka gakkai group has been tarnished http://www.iclnet.org/pub/resources/text/cri/cri-jrnl/web/crj0132a.html

Christian Research Institute Journal Return to Index Page This File/ Plain Text News Watch and In Brief by William M. Alnor columns from the Christian Research Journal, Winter 1992, page 5. The Editor-in-Chief of the Christian Research Journal is Elliot Miller. Infighting, Division, and Scandal Afflicting Nichiren Shoshu Buddhists Adherents of the worldwide Nichiren Shoshu Buddhist sect are embroiled in a growing, major dispute that could result in its breakup. At press time the situation was clearly worsening as Nichiren Shoshu high priest Nikken Abe ordered the Soka Gakkai, the lay arm of Nichiren Shoshu, to disband. But according to the November 11, 1991 World Tribune , Soka Gakkai president Einosuke Akiya has refused the November 8 order on the grounds that the Soka Gakkai is an independent religious organization. (The World Tribune is a newspaper published by the U.S. branch of the Soka Gakkai.) The disbandment order was the second major blow against the organization by its priesthood in less than a year. According to the September 1991 Cult Awareness Network News , in December 1990 the priesthood stripped Soka Gakkai leader Diasaku Ikeda of his title as sokoto , head of all Nichiren lay believers.

69. Copyright 1994 By The Christian Research Institute But according to the November 11, 1991 _World Tribune,_ soka gakkai Until these scandals, which appear to have hurt Nichiren buddhism in Japan, http://www.iclnet.org/pub/resources/text/cri/cri-jrnl/crj0132a.txt

70. Content Pages Of The Encyclopedia Of Religion And Social Science J. Hurst, NichirenShoshu buddhism and the soka-gakkai in America (New York Garland, 1992). DA Snow and CL Phillips, The Lofland-Stark Conversion Model, http://hirr.hartsem.edu/ency/Soka.htm

Encyclopedia of Religion and Society William H. Swatos, Jr. Editor Table of Contents Cover Page Editors Contributors ... Web Version SOKA GAKKAI A lay organization of the Nichiren Shoshu (after Nichiren, a thirteenth-century Buddhist evangelist), a sect within Japanese Buddhism. Soka Gakkai was founded in the 1930s by a school-teacher, Tsunesaburo Makiguchi. After World War II, the movement expanded dramatically and quickly became the largest of the new Japanese faiths. In Japan, Soka Gakkai has been associated with the conservative Komeito, or the "Clean Government" party, and with Japanese nationalism. Religious practice, both in Japan and in the United States, emphasizes chanting (diamoku) and intensive efforts directed toward the conversion of new members (shakubuku). Soka Gakkai is evangelistic and its main goal is kosen rufu , or the spreading of Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism to promote peace and happiness for all. In the mid-1960s, Soka Gakkai and its U.S. organization, Nichiren Shoshu of America, began to recruit non-Japanese Americans. The organization has since built a significant non-Japanese segment of its membership. Like many new religious movements in the United States in the late 1960s and 1970s, Soka Gakkai initially was able to recruit a fairly large membership, which later declined (Hashimoto and McPherson 1976). Scholarly interest in Soka Gakkai in Japan has focused on its response to a values crisis in Japan after World War II and its political impact (e.g., Solomon 1977). Soka Gakkai in the United States has been examined as one of many new religious movements that arose in the 1960s and 1970s (e.g., Hurst 1992, Hashimoto and McPherson 1976). Of particular note is the Snow and Phillips (1980) study examining the adequacy of the Lofland-Stark conversion model in relation to Soka Gakkai in the United States.

71. Reviews: Soka Gakkai soka gakkai ( ValueCreating Society ), an offshoot of Nichiren buddhism that began in Japan shortly before World War II, has become an international http://www.signaturebooks.com/reviews/Sokka.htm

Soka Gakkai From Lay Movement to Religion Publishers Weekly This volume in Signature's Studies in Contemporary Religion series follows earlier books on Scientology and the Unification Church. Like its predecessors, it is noteworthy for its brevity and balanced approach to a controversial religious movement. Soka Gakkai ("Value-Creating Society"), an offshoot of Nichiren Buddhism that began in Japan shortly before World War II, has become an international movement with several million members. It emphasizes the power of individuals to transform themselves and then promote peace and compassion in the world. Dobbelaere discusses recurring tensions between SG leaders and Nichiren monks, the differences in SG practices around the world, and the movement's educational and cultural institutions. SGI Quarterly Interview with Dr. Karel Dobbelaere, author of the book, Soka Gakkai: From Lay Movement to Religion , and Professor Emeritus of the Catholic University of Leuven and the University of Antwerp, Belgium. What was your motivation for writing this book?

72. Japan Today - News - 2 Buddhist Group Members Arrested Over Confinement Of Stude Oh, and Taisekiji is the head temple of Nichiren Shoshu, not soka gakkai, and home of the I don t think buddhism is under the category of polytheism. http://www.japantoday.com/e/?content=news&cat=2&id=344843&display=all

73. Soka Gakkai (thing)@Everything2.com By the time that I found the soka gakkai (or they found me? Strange form of buddhism , this was. Another very major teaching was how important unity http://www.everything2.com/index.pl?node_id=1736918

74. Soka Gakkai@Everything2.com Significantly, soka gakkai practices missionary activity outside Japan. Strange form of buddhism , this was. Another very major teaching was how http://www.everything2.com/index.pl?node=Soka Gakkai

75. SGI UK Website soka gakkai INTERNATIONAL (SGI) Buddhist Society for the Creation of Value. HOME buddhism PUBLICATIONS WHAT S ON CENTRES SGI MEMBERS http://www.sgi-uk.org/

SGI-UK BUDDHISM PUBLICATIONS WHAT'S ON ... SEARCH SOKA GAKKAI INTERNATIONAL (SGI) Buddhist Society for the Creation of Value

76. Practicing Buddhism In Reston Practicing buddhism in Reston. soka gakkai members working for peace in Northern The soka gakkai, an influential Buddhist group and powerful political http://whitney.typepad.com/

Practicing Buddhism in Reston Soka Gakkai members working for peace in Northern Virginia SGI Chapter Calendar President Ikeda's encouragement SGI-USA Gosho for the Day Recent Posts Message from Pres. Ikeda regarding hurricane March 13th General Meeting Update on SGI Tsunami Relief Efforts SGI Buddhist Associations Throughout Asia Respond to Tsunami Disaster ... Subscribe to this blog's feed Powered by TypePad Wednesday, September 07, 2005 Message from Pres. Ikeda regarding hurricane I have been following the TV coverage of the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina. The entire world is watching with great concern. Please extend your sincerest encouragement to every single member. Please support, encourage and aid them. I am praying that you will all accumulate great good fortune and experience the lessening of karmic retribution. With courage, please rise again. Do not be defeated. Rather, stand up with magnificent faith. My prayer is that all of you will rise up with this spirit to never be defeated. America, never give up. You must absolutely change poison into medicine. Let each of us stand up with this determination to change poison into medicine. With our deepest sympathy, my wife and I are sending you daimoku.

77. Can Japan Lead? Soka Gakkai Schmoozes War Crimes Symposium Two members of the USA arm of the Japanese soka gakkai political behind a Japanese form of buddhism and further add that soka gakkai is subversive. http://vikingphoenix.com/news/stn/2002/stn2002-005.htm

Previous Next Polls 2002 Index ... Contact Can Japan Lead? Soka Gakkai schmoozes war crimes symposium Text revisions and additional stories pending Sun Tzu's Newswire (STN 2002-005) Can Japan Lead? Soka Gakkai schmoozes war crimes symposium April 26, 2002 8:30pm U.S. Pacific Time by Richard Rongstad San Francisco, California, April 22, 2002. A one day symposium titled "Can Japan Lead? Confronting Japan's War Memory Problem" was held at University of San Francisco Monday, April 22, 2002 ( story Two members of the USA arm of the Japanese Soka Gakkai political organization were in attendance. Critics of SGI-USA say that Soka Gakkai International is the political wing of a global religious cult hiding behind a Japanese form of Buddhism and further add that Soka Gakkai is subversive. Loyal SGI members insist they are the targets of disinformation campaigns as they staunchly defend their controversial leader Daisaku Ikeda against charges of misconduct including rape, financial irregularities and intimidating members that wish to leave the group ( additional story pending Because of Soka Gakkai's stature as a religious cult and dual status as a major political force in Japan, the significance of Soka Gakkai at the

78. Viking Phoenix Web Page - Japan, Incorporated: Soka Gakkai soka gakkai Links. Radical buddhism s Bewitching Message of Apocalypse soka gakkai Paramilitary Forces Organized And Launched the Tokyo Subway Gassing http://vikingphoenix.com/public/JapanIncorporated/religion/soka_gakkai.htm

Religion Japan, Inc. VikingPhoenix.com Stats Viking Phoenix Web Page - Japan, Incorporated: Soka Gakkai Soka Gakkai News Apr. 26, 2002 Apr. 26, 2002 Apr. 2, 2001 Soka Gakkai bigwig mows down 80-year-old July 7, 2000 Japan Religious News: New Komeito-Soka Gakkai briefing held Dec. 27, 1995 Japan Fears Another Religious Sect Soka Gakkai Links Radical Buddhism's Bewitching Message of Apocalypse "Soka Gakkai Paramilitary Forces Organized And Launched the Tokyo Subway Gassing" Soka Gakkai, International - lay Buddhist organization runs its own political party. Is Soka Gakkai A Cult ?, death threats Soka Gakkai and Nichiren Buddhism Soka Gakkai Today - corruption exposed. Soka Gakkai Today - Issues SOKA GAKKAI TOLD TO DISBAND Slanderous flyers are unscrupulous breach of democracy by Komei Party and Soka Gakkai Bibliography Autobiography A Youthful Diary: One Man's Journey From the Beginning of Faith to Worldwide Leadership for Peace , by Daisaku Ikeda, 2000, Santa Monica, World Tribune Press. Top Stats visitors since 23 April 2003. April 23, 2003: page established, visitors.

79. Coleman, James William Review Of Soka Gakkai In America Hammond and Machacek s new book, soka gakkai in America, is an excellent example of how The most essential practice of Sooka gakkai buddhism is chanting http://www.globalbuddhism.org/1/coleman001.html

. By Phillip E. Hammond and David W. Machacek. ISSN 1527-6457 B o o k R e v i e w Soka Gakkai in America: Accommodation and Conversion . By Phillip E. Hammond and David W. Machacek. London: Oxford University Press, 1999, xi + 224 pages, ISBN: 0-19829-389-5, US $45.00. Reviewed by James William Coleman Professor of Sociology, Department of Social Sciences California Polytechnic State University jcoleman@calpoly.edu Like many sociologists, I have something of a love-hate relationship with survey research. On the one hand, it can provide hard empirical data that are virtually unattainable by other means. But unless it is backed up with more direct qualitative research, survey methodology often leaves the investigator standing on the outside unable to plumb the real depths and complexity of our social life. Hammond and Machacek's new book, Soka Gakkai in America , is an excellent example of how valuable good survey research can be, as well as of its inherent limitations. The most essential practice of Sooka Gakkai Buddhism is chanting centered around veneration of the Lotus Suutra There is little doubt that the demands of the global market are transforming the way we live and the way we think, but it is essential to the future of social science that we maintain a critical distance from these developments. The incredible richness of human behavior cannot be reduced to the mechanical operations of the marketplace. After all, the roots of Buddhism stretch back more than two millennia before the origins of contemporary capitalism to a time when market exchange was of far less importance. Any analysis that reduces religion simply to one more capitalist exchange ignores our deepest spiritual impulses and impoverishes its subject matter.

80. Sokka Gakkai Two Book Reviews By Jane Hurst For many countries with a Buddhist tradition, soka gakkai s presentation of Nichiren buddhism is not only comfortable but also potentially life transforming http://www.globalbuddhism.org/3/hurst021.htm

ISSN 1527-6457 Book Review Soka Gakkai: From Lay Movement to Religion. Studies in Contemporary Religion series. By Karel Dobbelaere. Translated by Olivier Urbain. Salt Lake City: Signature Books, 2001, 86 pages + 18 pages of photographs, ISBN: 1-56085-15-8 (paperback), US $12.95. The International Expansion of a Modern Buddhist Movement: The Soka Gakkai in Southeast Asia and Australia. By Daniel A. Metraux. Lanham, Maryland: University Press of America, 2001, vii + 142 pages, ISBN: 0-7618-1904-5 (cloth), US $33. Reviewed by Jane Hurst Department of Philosophy and Religion Gallaudet University jane.hurst@gallaudet.edu Dobbelaere's book Soka Gakkai: From Lay Movement to Religion In later chapters Dobbelaere discusses the characteristics of Soka Gakkai members, including those in Europe; their religious practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo ; and the ways the organization supports members' study and practice of Nichiren Buddhism. Most interesting is the way that Soka Gakkai's teachings attract certain sorts of individuals to the movement. In Europe "twenty-percent of the SG membership works in social services and the arts" (p. 31). This Dobbelaere attributes to Nichiren Buddhism's "general ethic" which "stresses the importance of service to others, encourages humanitarian responsibility, and underlines the supreme importance of human life" (pp. 31-32). In general, Soka Gakkai members in America and Europe are found to be "transmodern," a term defined by Hammond and Machacek in their volume

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