Soka Gakkai International (創価学会インターナショナル; also, SGI) is the international umbrella organization for Soka Gakkai-affiliated lay organizations in over 190 countries. SGI has over 12 million members, who practice Soka Gakkai's particular form of Nichiren Buddhism. SGI's Japan-based parent, Soka Gakkai, was formed in 1930 and is closely associated with the New Komeito, an influential Japanese political party. SGI itself was founded in 1975 and characterizes itself and its constituent organizations as a sup ...

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• Soka Gakkai International - History
• Soka Gakkai International - Doctrine
• Soka Gakkai International - Practice
• Soka Gakkai International - SGI Charter
• Soka Gakkai International - Criticism
• Soka Gakkai International - Excommunication
• Soka Gakkai International - Sources

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Soka Gakkai International, Soka Gakkai International - History, Soka Gakkai International - Doctrine, Soka Gakkai International - Practice, Soka Gakkai International - SGI Charter, Soka Gakkai International - Criticism, Soka Gakkai International - Excommunication, Soka Gakkai International - Sources

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Soka Gakkai was founded as the Sōka Kyōiku Gakkai (lit. "Value-Creation Education Society") on November 18, 1930 by Japanese educator Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and his colleague Josei Toda. Makiguchi sought to reform Japan's militaristic education system into a more humanistic one that would support the full development and potential of Japan's youth. His ideas on education, and his theory of value-creation (sōka), are explored in his 1930 work Sōka Kyōikugaku Taikei (The Theory of Value-Creating Pedagogy). In Nichiren ...

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Soka Gakkai International, Soka Gakkai International - History, Soka Gakkai International - Doctrine, Soka Gakkai International - Practice, Soka Gakkai International - SGI Charter, Soka Gakkai International - Criticism, Soka Gakkai International - Excommunication, Soka Gakkai International - Sources

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In my travels to different countries, it is always the children, filled with energy and hope, who leave me with the most lasting impression. When I gaze into their deep, clear eyes, I find myself profoundly encouraged. For in the deepest reaches of children's eyes shines the light of purpose, a natural sense of responsibility for the future of our planet.

(See also: Parenting, Faith and Belief, Spiritual Guidance, God and Religion, Peace on Earth, Peace of Mind, Love and Happiness, Life and Beyond, Body Mind and Soul)

Information is often tailored to fit preconceived notions and stereotypes. In wartime, we repeatedly air scenes of "our side" coming under attack - scenes of the hellish misery inflicted on the citizens of the other country are rarely broadcast.

Dialogue that creates peace with others must first start with an open and earnest "inner dialogue".

It is vital to ask ourselves: Do I accept without question the images provided to me? Ceasing to introspect, we become self-righteous and dogmatic and discourse becomes a one-way street: Unable to hear others, real dialogue becomes impossible.

(See also: Oneness, Faith and Belief, Spiritual Guidance, God and Religion, Peace on Earth, Peace of Mind, Love and Happiness, Life and Beyond, Body Mind and Soul)

(See also: Sustainable development, Faith and Belief, Spiritual Guidance, God and Religion, Peace on Earth, Peace of Mind, Love and Happiness, Life and Beyond, Body Mind and Soul)

Religion is not meant to create conflict and division, but to promote dialogue and harmony. Buddha Purnima is an appropriate occasion to dwell a little on the Buddhist philosophy I follow, of Nichiren Daishonin, called the Soka Gakkai, which literally means "Value Creating Society".

Daisaku Ikeda, president of Soka Gakkai International, says: "The people and the society of our age might be compared to a ship in the middle of the ocean which has lost its compass. Without an accurate guide to lead them, they sail aimlessly along towards the future''.

(See also: Buddha Purnima, Indian Festivals, Spiritual Guidance, God and Religion, Peace on Earth, Peace of Mind, Love and Happiness, Life and Beyond, Body Mind and Soul)

In spite of their declared mission for peace, culture and education, the SGI and Soka Gakkai are also a focus of criticism and controversy. Soka Gakkai, the Japanese organization, has a reputation for involvement in Japan's political arena. Though officially the two are separate, it is closely affiliated with the New Clean Government Party (also known as the New Komeito Party), a major political party in Japan. Though SGI and New Komeito both publicly deny any relationship, and declare that they are separate organizations[1], accusations that Soka Gakkai in effect controls New Ko ...

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Soka Gakkai International, Soka Gakkai International - History, Soka Gakkai International - Doctrine, Soka Gakkai International - Practice, Soka Gakkai International - SGI Charter, Soka Gakkai International - Criticism, Soka Gakkai International - Excommunication, Soka Gakkai International - Sources

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Buddhism in Brazil has practitioners of various Buddhist schools, as well as a fair number of somewhat Buddhist-inspired cults and "New Age" movements. Many Japanese schools have a strong presence mainly as a result of World War II, which encouraged emigration of Japanese people. A considerable number of those chose to radicate in Brazil, including teachers of schools such as Soto Zen, Honmon Butsuryu Shu (a Nichiren Buddhism school), Jodo Shinshu (also known as True Pure Land Buddhism) and the controversial Soka Gakkai movemen ...

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Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō (南無妙法蓮華経, also transliterated Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō) is a mantra that is chanted as the central practice of all forms of Nichiren Buddhism. The mantra is referred to as daimoku (題目, "title") and was first "revealed" by the Japanese Buddhist teacher Nichiren on the 28th day of the fourth lunar month of 1253 ce at Kiyosumi-dera (also, Seichōji) near Kominato in current-day Chiba, Japan. The practice ...

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• Nam Myoho Renge Kyo - Meaning

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SGI is a TLA for at least three separate entities: Saskatchewan Government Insurance Silicon Graphics, Incorporated Soka Gakkai International Category: Ambiguous three-letter acronyms Other related archivesAmbiguous three-letter acronyms, Saskatchewan Government Insurance, Silicon Graphics, Soka Gakkai International, TLA

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Daisaku Ikeda (池田 大作, born January 2, 1928) is the president of the Soka Gakkai International (SGI), a Buddhist association of more than 12 million members in more than 190 countries and territories, and founder of several educational, cultural and research institutions. Born of poor origins, his family endured the hardships of the war, as many did. In his youth, he lost an older brother to World War II, which developed in him a strong opposition to war. In his late teens, he learned of Nichiren Shoshu Bud ...

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• Daisaku Ikeda - Accomplishments
• Daisaku Ikeda - Books

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Nichiren Buddhism (日蓮系諸宗派: Nichiren-kei sho shūha) is a branch of Buddhism based on the teachings of the 13th century Japanese monk Nichiren (1222–1282). Nichiren Buddhism is a comprehensive term covering several major schools and many sub-schools, as well as several of Japan's new religions. 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 ...

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• Nichiren Buddhism - The founder Nichiren
• Nichiren Buddhism - Schools
• Nichiren Buddhism - Major Nichiren Buddhist schools
• Nichiren Buddhism - Doctrine and practices
• Nichiren Buddhism - Nichiren's writings
• Nichiren Buddhism - Sources and references
• Nichiren Buddhism - English
• Nichiren Buddhism - Japanese

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Buddhism in Brazil has practitioners of various Buddhist schools, as well as a fair number of somewhat Buddhist-inspired cults and "New Age" movements. Many Japanese schools have a strong presence mainly as a result of World War II, which encouraged emigration of Japanese people. A considerable number of those chose to radicate in Brazil, including teachers of schools such as Soto Zen, Honmon Butsuryu Shu (a Nichiren Buddhism school), Jodo Shinshu (also known as True Pure Land Buddhism) and the controversial Soka Gakkai movemen ...

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Soka Gakkai International (SGI)

A sect of Soka Gakkai Buddhism, formerly named Nichiren Shoshu of America. The sect promotes enlightenment though gongyo. This involves kneeling before a gohonzon (black wooden box containing passages from the Lotus Sutra), quoting this scripture, and chanting the daimoku (�nam-myoho-renge-kyo�). Also known as chanting buddhists.

(See also: Soka Gakkai International, New Age Spirituality, Body Mind and Soul)

Soka Gakkai International (SGI)

A sect of Soka Gakkai Buddhism, formerly named Nichiren Shoshu of America. The sect promotes enlightenment though gongyo. This involves kneeling before a gohonzon (black wooden box containing passages from the Lotus Sutra), quoting this scripture, and chanting the daimoku (“nam-myoho-renge-kyo”). Also known as chanting buddhists.

(See also: Soka Gakkai International, New Age Spirituality, Body Mind and Soul)

Singapore Soka Association - Early years. Founded in 1967 and registered in 1972 as Singapore Nichiren Shoshu Buddhist Association, it's membership has grown steadily over the years to 25,000. Koh Kian Boon was the first general director and under his leadership the rapidly expanding association grew to be one of Singapore's active grassroots-based bodies contributing to the newly independent nation's community and social fabric, most notably through the participation in the annual National Day Parade [1] and Chingay Parade[2] performances . See also:

Singapore Soka Association, Singapore Soka Association - History, Singapore Soka Association - Early years, Singapore Soka Association - Name change, Singapore Soka Association - Soka Renaissance, Singapore Soka Association - Organisation, Singapore Soka Association - Membership, Singapore Soka Association - SSA Youth Division, Singapore Soka Association - Centres, Singapore Soka Association - Schools

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Soka University of America (SUA) encompasses a graduate school, opened in 1994, in Calabasas, California and a four-year liberal arts university, opened in 2001, in Aliso Viejo, CA. The graduate school offers a Master of Arts degree in Second and Foreign Language Education concentrating on English as an additional language education. The undergraduate school offers bachelor's degrees in Liberal Arts with emphasis areas in Humanities, Social & Behavioral Sciences, and International Studies. With a mission to foster a steady stream of glob ...

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Soka University, Soka University - Philosophy of Soka Education, Soka University - Schools, Soka University - Controversy

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Nichiren Shoshu of America (NSA)

Former name of Soka Gakkai International (SGI).

(See also: Nichiren Shoshu of America (NSA, New Age Spirituality, Body Mind and Soul)

Nichiren Shoshu of America (NSA)

Former name of Soka Gakkai International (SGI).

(See also: Nichiren Shoshu of America (NSA, New Age Spirituality, Body Mind and Soul)