A Nichiren Buddhist Primer

It has been suggested to me that rather than relying on someone else to maintain my writings on the Internet, I might do well to enter the world of blogging. Anyone may come to read my take on the teachings of Nichiren Daishonin, offer feedback and interact to the extent they so desire. Ryojusen signifies the place where Nichiren asks his believers to transcend differences and meet in one mind. I would like this to feel like a home where all can converse in harmony and mutual respect.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

The Mentor Passes

In my life, Reverend Shoubo Sakata, formerly of Los Angeles and Osaka Nichiren Shoshu Temples, served as my final mentor... a man whose behavior, attitude and faith exemplified what I felt a true Buddhist should be. Reverend Sakata died four days ago, on Oct. 21, 2010. I feel orphaned and alone, but readers should know he is the priestly friend with whom I hoped to finish this effort and writing. Now that I can communicate with him directly through my faith, I pray his wisdom and intellect will infuse what I write and I dedicate all future writing to him.