SGI History
Who are the three founding presidents of the Soka Gakkai?
Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Josei Toda, Daisaku Ikeda
What are the three basic elements in Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism?
faith, practice, and study
On what date was Nichiren Daishonin born
February 16, 1222
Which world is characterized by rage and suffering, where everything is coloured by misery
Hell
what concept is: Through Buddhist practice, heavy negative karma can be experienced in a lessened form in this lifetime. Hardships can become opportunities to change karma.
Lessening one’s karmic retribution
what revolution is called: A profound change in one individual can help transform the destiny of a nation and all humanity
Human Revolution
March 16 is known as what day
Kosen-rufu day
What are the two sides of Practice
For oneself and for others
What does the name Nichiren mean
Sun lotus
Which world is characterized by greed and relentless craving
Hungry Spirits
what concept is: Bodhisattvas willingly enter a world of suffering to fulfill their vow to help others. We can approach our own hardships with this sense of mission.
Voluntarily assuming the appropriate karma
Who inherited Nichiren Daishonin’s spirit and practice after Nichiren passed away?
Nikko Shonin
In 1965, Daisaku Ikeda began writing this important novel
The Human Revolution
What are the three proofs
documentary proof, theoretical proof, and actual proof
At which temple did Nichiren Daishonin proclaim Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
Seichoji temple
Which world involves constantly comparing oneself with others and wanting to be better than them
Asuras
By persevering through difficulties, we can encourage others and transform the meaning of our suffering
Karma into mission
1957 membership goal of _____ households was achieved
750000
When was Daisaku Ikeda appointed as the president of SGI
January 26, 1975
What are the three obstacles
obstacle of earthly desires, obstacle of karma, obstacle of retribution
To which island was Nichiren Daishonin exiled following the Tatsunokuchi Persecution
Sado Island
Which world involves compassion and working to relieve others’ suffering while seeking Buddhahood
Bodhisattvas
What concept is: Each person has different qualities, talents, and circumstances. One in mind: United in faith and the shared goal of kosen-rufu — peace and happiness for all. True unity allows individuality. Working for one common purpose is not the same as forcing everyone to think or act alike.
Many in Body, One in Mind
What concept is Negative influences that delude people and lead them astray. Nichiren taught that we should abandon evil ways and take up good ones.
One evil
On September 8, 1957, Toda Sensei delivered this famous declaration for Soka Gakkai's peace movement
"Declaration Calling for the Abolition of Nuclear Weapons"
Who are the three powerful enemies
arrogant laypeople, arrogant monks, arrogant false sages
To whom did Nichiren Daishonin submit “On Establishing the Correct Teaching for the Peace of the Land”
Hojo Tokiyori
Which two worlds are called the “two vehicles”
Voice-Hearers and Cause-Awakened Ones
What does kosen-rufu mean
The widespread propagation of the Mystic Law throughout the world
What did the Soka Gakkai donate to support the priesthood
350 temples
In November 2013, this edifice/large building was completed in Shinanomachi, Tokyo as part of the Soka Gakkai Headquarters compelx
The Hall of Great Vow for Kosen-rufu
What are the four devils
the hindrance of the five components, the hindrance of earthly desires, the hindrance of death, the hindrance of the devil king
what persecution leader to 20 farmers being arrested who followed nichiren
Atsuhara Persecution
What does the mutual possession of the Ten Worlds mean
Each world contains all ten.
True victory means developing our humanity to the fullest. Our behaviour should show good sense, fine character, and respect for every person’s Buddha nature. Like ___________, we value the potential in everyone. Cherish the person in front of you; use respectful dialogue, spread goodness, and challenge what harms human dignity.
Bodhisattva Never Disparaging
According to the Daishonin, who can be the lord of all living beings
Anyone who embraces the Lotus Sutra, whether clergy or laity.