RKINA services North Americans who live far away from a local on-site RK center.
And those who are interested in an online community. We also offer RKINA Institute paid courses.
THE THREEFOLD LOTUS SUTRA
Enriching our spirituality by applying the Buddha's teachings to nurture compassion and gratitude.
Basic Scripture
The Threefold Lotus Sutra teaches Universal Truths, human dignity, perfectibility, and peace. It is relevant for people everywhere.
One (Buddha) Vehicle
At the heart of the Lotus Sutra are three concepts of One Vehicle Buddhism.
1. All beings have the buddha-nature, the seed for becoming a buddha or an awakened person.
2. The Buddha energy /consciousness is eternal, existing from the infinite past. And appearing in many forms throughout the ages to guide people through the Dharma.
3. The noblest form of Buddhist practice is the way of the Bodhisattva. Bodhisattvas seek enlightenment not only for themselves but together with others.
Focus of Devotion
Our Gohonzon is the Eternal Buddha Shakyamuni, Great Benevolent Teacher, World-honored One (Eternal Original Buddha).
It is the integrated image of two ideas. One of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, who appeared on earth 2500 years ago and became aware of the Dharma.
And second, the Eternal Original Buddha, as described in chapter 16 of the Lotus Sutra. The Eternal Original Buddha is a personification of the Dharma itself. This primordial truth has sustained all throughout the universe since time immemorial.
Buddhism cannot exist without one or the other.
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Kosho Niwano
President Designate
Nikkyo Niwano
Founder
Myoko Naganuma
Co-Founder
RISSHO KOSEI-KAI PRACTICES
ONE VEHICLE BUDDHISM
We are Inclusive For Our Diverse Human Family
We welcome people from all walks of life, faiths, and cultures
We Respect All
Spiritual Traditions
We acknowledge Various Spiritual Traditions as tactful methods to achieve Enlightenment
We Work to Establish
Interfaith Relationships
Not just intellectually but based on creating a deep human connection with others.
INTERFAITH AND PHILANTHROPY
All peace activities are based on the teachings of the Lotus Sutra.
Truth is universal. All life springs from the same source.
We are all related and belong to one family.
Interreligious Dialogue
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Campaigns for Sharing
Niwano Peace Prize
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