Buddhism Day by Day: Wisdom for Modern Life

by Daisaku Ikeda

With brief, easily absorbed wisdom from the precepts of Nichiren, a 13th-century Buddhist priest, this collection of day-to-day musings can be enjoyed by casual readers and devoted followers alike. Covering a wide span of topics—from life and death to courage and winning—the practical information and encouragement are ideal for those seeking to find a deeper understanding of this ancient philosophy.

Genres: Buddhism, Spirituality, Self Help, Philosophy, Nonfiction, Religion

393 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2006

About the author

Daisaku Ikeda was a Buddhist philosopher, peacebuilder, educator, author and poet. He was the third president of the Soka Gakkai lay Buddhist organization and the founding president of the Soka Gakkai International (SGI), which is today one of the world's largest and most diverse lay Buddhist organizations, promoting a philosophy of character development and social engagement for peace.

Ikeda was the founder of the Soka (value-creation) schools, a nondenominational school system based on an ideal of fostering each student's unique creative potential and cultivating an ethic of peace, social contribution and global consciousness. The school system runs from kindergarten through graduate study and includes a university in Tokyo, Japan, and another in California, U.S.A.

Ikeda was a staunch proponent of dialogue as the foundation of peace. Since the 1970s he has pursued dialogue with a wide range of individuals around the world in political, cultural, educational and academic fields. Over 50 of these have been published in book form, with people such as Mikhail Gorbachev, Elise Boulding, Joseph Rotblat and André Malraux. In furtherance of his vision of fostering dialogue and solidarity for peace, Ikeda has founded a number of independent, nonprofit research institutes that develop cross-cultural, interdisciplinary collaboration on diverse issues: the Boston Research Center for the 21st Century, the Toda Institute for Global Peace and Policy Research and the Institute of Oriental Philosophy. The Min-On Concert Association and the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum promote mutual understanding and friendship between different national cultures through the arts.

Ikeda was a prolific writer who has published more than 100 works, ranging from Buddhist philosophy to biographical essays, poetry, children's stories and photographic collections.

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think it is very insightful in that it offers practical ways to keep your practice going in today's hectic world. It is a very encouraging book, but once again, a daily meditation.

[Cass · Rating 2 out of 5]

A few nuggets here, but not enough to invest a year in, so I just read it through after 19 days of daily bits.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the book - set up like "A saying/quote a day". Some of the philosophies are very practical and quite refreshing.

[Fenixbird SandS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rich insight into living "honin myo" (from this day forward). Examines life thru the 3 Poisons 10 Worlds & 7 Winds...

[Kylie Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful book of daily quotes

[Brittany Colombo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great way to start your day

[Elisa Stad · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing way to start your day with encouragement with Daisaku Ikeda. Life lessons and inspiration for all faiths!

[J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book

[Robyn]

This is an annual read :0)