Self-mastery

2014年1月13日(月)更新:１
●A life lived without purpose or value, the kind in which one doesn't know the reason why one was born, is joyless and lackluster. To just live, eat and die without any real sense of purpose surely represents a life pervaded by the world of Animality. On the other hand, to do, create or contribute something that benefits others, society and ourselves and to dedicate ourselves as long as we live up to that challenge--that is a life of true satisfaction, a life of value. It is a humanistic and lofty way to live.　Daisaku Ikeda

●Just as a diamond can only be polished by another diamond, it is only through genuine, all-out engagement with others that people can polish their character, and help each other to reach greater heights.　Daisaku Ikeda

●Truly strong people are not arrogant. Cowardice on the other hand causes arrogance.　Daisaku Ikeda