by Nichiko Niwano

These are extracts from the book Modern Meditations in which Rev. Nichiko Niwano, president of Rissho Kosei-kai, offers valuable advice on the problems a practicing Buddhist encounters in attempting to live a religious life in a secular world.

Contents

Prologue

Bringing Religion to Life

Practicing Faith

Discovering the Meaning of Practice

Finding Spiritual Satisfaction

Practicing Charity

Acquiring Virtue

Being Truly Happy

Making the Most of Ourselves

Taking Up Challenges

Remedying Shortcomings

Gaining Through Adversity

Knowing Ourselves

Developing Mental Flexibility

Learning to Be Teachers

Building Harmony

Bringing Out the Best in Others

Understanding Others

Being Considerate

Guiding the Young

Raising Children

Balancing Work and Rest

Living with Nature