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In "The True Aspect of All Phenomena," Nichiren writes: "Though it is thought that Shakyamuni Buddha possesses the three virtues of sovereign, teacher, and parent for the sake of all of us living beings, that is not so. On the contrary, it is common mortals who endow him with the three virtues" (WND-1, 384). This passage describes a shift from an authoritarian to a humanistic, people-centered religion. -SGI President Ikeda (Lectures On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime, pp. 11-12)
 

Suggested Readings

Spiritual Independence—An Introduction to Soka Spirit

The history and concepts relating to Soka Spirit are explored in The Untold History of the Fuji School and Buddhism In a New Light. 

For a deeper understanding of the Buddhist principles covered on this site, read The Wisdom of the Lotus Sutra, vols. 1–6, and The World of Nichiren Daishonin’s Writings, vols. 1–4. These books and more are available at SGI-USA bookstores or our online bookstore at www.sgi-usa.org (then click on “SGI-USA Online Store”).
 

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