We must take steps to prevent further nuclear weapons development or modernization. Daisaku Ikeda developmentmodernizationnuclear Change image and share on social
Where there is an absence of international political leadership, civil society should step in to fill the gap, providing the energy and vision needed to move the world in a new and better direction. Daisaku Ikeda absencecivildirection Change image and share on social
When one takes action for others, one's own suffering is transformed into the energy that can keep one moving forward; a light of hope illuminating a new tomorrow for oneself and others is kindled. Daisaku Ikeda actionenergyforward Change image and share on social
I believe that we must maintain pride in the knowledge that the actions we take, based on our own decisions and choices as individuals, link directly to the magnificent challenge of transforming human history. Daisaku Ikeda actionbasechallenge share on social
A person, who no matter how desperate the situation, gives others hope, is a true leader. Daisaku Ikeda desperatehopeleader Change image and share on social
All people have a natural desire to be needed, to have their importance to others tangibly confirmed. Daisaku Ikeda confirmdesireimportance Change image and share on social
But I believe we must not allow feelings of defeat to take root in our hearts. Daisaku Ikeda defeatfeelingheart Change image and share on social
Women are, in my view, natural peacemakers. As givers and nurturers of life, through their focus on human relationships and their engagement with the demanding work of raising children and protecting family life, they develop a deep sense of empathy that cuts through to underlying human realities. Daisaku Ikeda childcutdeep share on social
You must not for one instant give up the effort to build new lives for yourselves. Creativity means to push open the heavy, groaning doorway to life. Daisaku Ikeda buildcreativitydoorway Change image and share on social