Here, we would like to discuss this issue in a more profound level, by looking into the depths of our lives through the perspective of Buddhism. In Buddhist teachings, human beings are born to manifest all the positive qualities that are innate to us. Yet due to our own fundamental darkness and disbelief, these great virtues fail to radiate, like the sun hidden behind thick clouds.

Buddhism can dispel the cloud of our fundamental darkness. Through Buddhist practice, we are able to perceive the core of our consciousness, to fundamentally transform our negativities into immense wisdom, courage or compassion. More importantly, as we let our own lives shine, we not only illuminate ourselves, but people around us as well.

In this workshop, We will discuss how Buddhist practice helps us extract the great potential of our lives, and more concretely, we will introduce the spiritual practice of chanting which enables us to achieve that more effectively. We welcome everyone to join us in this stimulating discussion.

- Daisaku Ikeda, President of Soka Gakkai International (SGI)