Soka Gakkai International
Nam myoho renge kyo: Lay Buddhist society for creation of value whose activities focus on peace, education and culture. A socially engaged movement based on the teachings of the 13th century Buddhist teacher Nichiren.
At the heart of the philosophy is a concept known as ‘human revolution’, whereby the inner change sparked by Buddhist practice leads to courage, compassion and wisdom, fostering fulfilled individuals with a wish to contribute to creating a better world.
Throughout the UK there are local discussion meeting groups where people can find out about how to practise and apply Buddhism in their daily lives.
Who to contact
- Name
- Janus van Helvert
- Telephone
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01473 286576
- janus.vanhelvert@yahoo.co.uk
- Website
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http://www.sgi.org
- Address
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43 Constable Road
IPSWICH
Suffolk
- Postcode
- IP4 2UW
Additional contact
- Additional Website
-
http://www.sgi-uk.org
Where to go
- Name
- Groups meet throughout Suffolk; all welcome, no charge
- Area served
- All Suffolk
Days & Times
- Mainly evenings & weekends
Other details
- Age Groups
- Pre-school, Children (5-11), Adults, Young people
- Notes
Soka Gakkai International (SGI) is a lay Buddhist movement linking more than 12 million people around the world. SGI members integrate their Buddhist practice into their daily lives, following the Lotus Sutra based teachings of Nichiren, a 13th-century Japanese Buddhist priest.
Just as the lotus blooms in a muddy pond, all people can manifest the Buddha nature--inner resources of courage, wisdom and compassion that can equip them to overcome life's challenges and lead happy and fulfilling lives. As "engaged Buddhists," SGI members aim to create value in any circumstances and contribute to the well-being of others. Their practice sparks a process of ongoing inner transformation and empowerment known as "human revolution." The promotion of peace, culture and education is central to SGI's activities.
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