Josei Quotes

Live your life in your own unique way and be true to yourself ~ Josei Toda

We don't love others when we find them beautiful, we find others beautiful when we love them. ~ Josei Toda

Lack of wisdom does not make a fool. A fool, in the truest sense, is the man who regards his own misfortunes or those of others as a source of doubt or criticism of the infinite mercy of the Gohonzon.-Josei Toda ~ Daisaku Ikeda

It is imperative to base your life on yourself, to take responsibility for your own happiness. ~ Josei Toda

It sounds cool to say you are going to fight with a pen not a sword but violence with words is still violence .. ~ Yayoi Ogawa

Do not be angry with people who are weak. That is the mark of a coward. There are plenty of things to be angry about in the world
people wielding political or religious authority who have been blinded by money, for example! That is the kind of evil young people should direct their rage at. Be angry about that, and you'll never lose your temper about trifling matters. ~ Josei Toda

True greatness means that, even if you forget what you've done for others, you never forget what others have done for you. It means always doing your utmost to repay debts of gratitude. Such people radiate integrity, depth of character, bigheartedness and charm. ~ Josei Toda

The fundamental goal of Buddhism is the realization of the peace and happiness of humankind. ~ Josei Toda

Enlightenment, or true happiness, is not a transcendental state. It is a condition of broad wisdom, boundless energy, and good fortune wherein we each shape our own destiny, find fulfillment in daily activities, and come to understand our ultimate purpose in life. ~ Josei Toda