The Search For Enlightenment

The twice daily chanting of Gongyo is the basis of Nichiren Buddhist Practice.

Reciting two chapters of the Lotus Sutra and chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo is my way of moulding my mind, my heart, my very life, towards Buddhahood.

The twice daily routine is not always easy. There are times in the morning when I would rather have a little more time in bed. In the evening, there are times when there are important things to get done, or I am tired. But I Practice all the same.

Before I chant I sometimes focus on a particular problem or situation. Then sitting in front of the Gohonzon I chant, and as I chant I detach myself from the stresses of everyday life and let the repetition of Diamoku still, cleanse, stir and stimulate my heart and mind.

Speaking personally, I look forward to Gongyo. The day hasn’t started till morning Gongyo has been done, and the day is only complete when evening Gongyo is complete.

If there are times when you don’t feel like chanting remember one thing, the only person who loses out if you skip it … is you.

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo.