Culture is an elevated expression of the inner voice which the different peoples of the Earth have heard in the depths of their being, a voice which conveys the vibrant compassion and wisdom of the cosmic life. For different cultures to engage in interaction is to catalyze each other's souls and foster mutual understanding.
Daisaku IkedaBeing sincere, dedicated and honest is the key. People of integrity triumph in the end.
Daisaku IkedaThe heart is what is important." There is nothing more vulnerable, nothing more corruptible than the human mind; nor is there anything as powerful, steadfast and ennobling.
Daisaku IkedaAnyone who has ever made a resolution discovers that the strength of that determination fades in time. The moment you feel that is when you should make a fresh determination. Tell yourself, โOK! I will start again from now!โ If you fall down seven times, get up an eighth. Donโt give up when you feel discouraged-jus t pick yourself up and renew your determination each time.
Daisaku IkedaWhat our world most requires now is the kind of education that foster love for humankind, that develops character-that provides an intellectual basis for realization of peace and empowers learners to contribute to and improve society.
Daisaku Ikeda