It is precisely when we have suffered defeat that we can determine to win and open the path to future victory.
Daisaku IkedaIn the past, human society provided encouragement and opportunity for people to extend support to each other, especially in highly stressful situations.
Daisaku IkedaThe institutions of human society treat us as parts of a machine. They assign us ranks and place considerable pressure upon us to fulfill defined roles. We need something to help us restore our lost and distorted humanity. Each of us has feelings that have been suppressed and have built up inside. There is a voiceless cry resting in the depths of our souls, waiting for expression. Art gives the soul's feelings voice and form.
Daisaku Ikeda