Soka Gakkai International

Soka Gakkai International President Daisaku Ikeda Releases 2022 Peace Proposal

The 40th peace proposal from the organization focuses on the pandemic, climate change, and decreasing dependency on nuclear weapons. Plus, memorial ceremonies and tributes continue for Thich Nhat Hanh, and Dzogchen Master Kyabje Dodrupchen Rinpoche passes…

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Tolerably Black

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By Emma Varvaloucas

Spring 2019

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When Being Humane Is Traitorous to the Nation

Looking back on Japan’s ultranationalist war years, the president of Soka Gakkai International warns against the dangers of racial pride.

By Daisaku Ikeda

May 22, 2017

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How Buddhism Influences Slam Poet and Emcee G. Yamazawa

The artist talks to Tricycle about the importance of chanting in his life and work.

By Lakshmi Gandhi

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Chant with a Worldwide Sangha on Vesak

Mantra musicians are hosting a virtual chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo to celebrate the life of the Buddha.

By Shannon Sexton

May 19, 2016

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Peace and Politics

A complicated political relationship has given way to a large Buddhist movement that supports a pro-military reinterpretation of Japan’s constitution.

By Janak Rogers

Dec 09, 2015

IdeasMagazine | Interview

Faith in Revolution

Daisaku Ikeda, President of the Soka Gakkai International, talks about the power to change self and society—and a movement that has it.

By The Editors

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Soka Gakkai International

Soka Gakkai International President Daisaku Ikeda Releases 2022 Peace Proposal

Tolerably Black

Letters to the Editor

When Being Humane Is Traitorous to the Nation

How Buddhism Influences Slam Poet and Emcee G. Yamazawa

Chant with a Worldwide Sangha on Vesak

Peace and Politics

Faith in Revolution

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