New Silent Prayers- SGI

SILENT PRAYERS

Appreciation for the Gohonzon


With deepest respect, I offer my profound
gratitude and appreciation to the Gohonzon,
which embodies Nam-myoho-renge-kyo,
the essence of the Lotus Sutra.

With deepest respect, I offer my profound
gratitude and appreciation to Nichiren Daishonin,
the Buddha of the Latter Day of the Law.

With deepest respect, I offer my profound gratitude
and appreciation to Nikko Shonin.
Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo three times.


Appreciation for the Three Founding Presidents


I offer my profound gratitude and appreciation
for the three founding presidents of the Soka Gakkai-
Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, Josei Toda and Daisaku Ikeda
-for their noble example of  selfless dedication to
propagation the Law, honouring them as the eternal
mentors of kosen-rufu.
Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo three times.


Prayers for Worldwide Kosen-rufu and for the deceased

I pray that the great vow for the worldwide
kosen-rufu be fulfilled and that the Soka Gakkai
International will  develop in this endeavour for
countless generations to come.

I pray to accomplish my own human revolution,
change my karma and fulfil all my wishes
(Offer additional prayers here)

I pray for my deceased relatives and all those
who have passed away, particularly for these
individuals:
(Sound the bell continuously while offering prayers.)

Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo three times.

I pray for peace throughout the world and the
happiness of all living beings.

Sound the bell and chant 
Nam-myoho-renge-kyo three times to conclude.