FOUNDATION
CORE PRACTICE
KEY CONCEPTS
100

This 13th-century Japanese Buddhist monk established the practice based on the Lotus Sutra.

Who is Nichiren Daishonin?

100

This daily practice involves repeating a phrase that means devotion to the Mystic Law.

What is chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?

100

This idea teaches that everyone has the potential for enlightenment within their life.

What is Buddhahood or Buddha nature?

200

This Buddhist scripture is considered the highest teaching and the basis of our practice.

What is the Lotus Sutra?

200

This practice includes reciting portions of the Lotus Sutra, usually morning and evening.

What is Gongyo?

200

This concept means "changing poison into medicine," or turning challenges into value.

What is Human Revolution?

300

This object of devotion is enshrined in practitioners' homes and used during chanting, but it is not a deity or worshipped.

What is the Gohonzon?

300

This part of our practice focuses on setting intentions for yourself and others' happiness.

What is prayer (or making determinations)?

300
This term refers to the widespread movement to achieve peace and happiness in society.

What is Kosen-Rufu?