Soka Gakkai International New Zealand Dunedin Buddhist Community Center

Soka Gakkai International New Zealand Dunedin Buddhist Community Center This is an unofficial page created for SGINZ activities at Dunedin Buddhist Community Centre Yuki Johnston. You are welcome to contact us and visit us.

SGI New Zealand is a grassroots Buddhist association which promotes peace through individual transformation and contribution to society. It is part of the international SGI network of 12 million members in more than 192 countries around the world. SGI members around the world share a common vision of a better world through peace, culture and education. At the core of SGI's Buddhist philosophy is the conviction in the unbounded value and potential of every individual, and the right of all people to lead happy and fulfilled lives. The SGI movement in New Zealand began in the late 1960s through the efforts of a sole immigrant pioneer from Hiroshima, Japan—Mrs. Her tireless work at planting the seeds of Nichiren Buddhism in New Zealand resulted in the formation of the first district around 26 January 1975 with only seven members. SGINZ was registered as a charitable trust on 18 November 1994. Today, there are more than 1,500 SGI members practising all over the country, with activity centres in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. (Ref: http://www.sginz.org/)

This page is about the activities we have in SGINZ Dunedin Community Centre.

05/09/2026

Daily Guidance By Daisaku Ikeda:

One must live with dignity. Character is the foundation of human rights. It is far more valuable than money. No true peace can be achieved as long as we seek only material wealth.

The Buddhist practice taught by Nichiren, centered on chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, is, in one sense, the practice of af...
01/09/2026

The Buddhist practice taught by Nichiren, centered on chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, is, in one sense, the practice of affirming faith in our inherent Buddhahood. This faith makes it possible for us to turn difficult experiences into opportunities to deepen our self-understanding, to strengthen and develop our courage and compassion, to grow in vitality and wisdom and ultimately to realize a limitlessly expansive state of life.

How can we transform adversity into opportunity?

A person filled with gratitude is also filled with joy. And a joyous spirit is the driving force for new endeavors, deve...
29/08/2026

A person filled with gratitude is also filled with joy. And a joyous spirit is the driving force for new endeavors, development, victory and happiness.
—Daisaku Ikeda
[The New Human Revolution, Vol. 26, “Bold Advance” chapter]

A selection of quotations from Daisaku Ikeda’s writings and speeches, arranged according to themes, as well as 365/366 Daily Encouragement.

25/08/2026

Daily Guidance By Daisaku Ikeda:

Difficulties impede the progress of those who are weak. For the strong, however, they are an opportunity to open wide the doors to a bright future. Everything is determined by our resolve. Our heart is what matters most.



23/08/2026

23 August Daily Guidance
by Daisaku Ikeda:

Many things happen in life. There are joyous days and times of suffering. Sometimes unpleasant things occur. But that's what makes life so interesting. The dramas we encounter are part and parcel of being human. If we experienced no change or drama in our lives, if nothing unexpected ever happened, we would merely be like automations, our lives unbearably monotonous and dull.



11/08/2026

Daily Guidance by Daisaku Ikeda:

Character and integrity are very important. A spirit of mutual respect and trust is a vital basis for real friendship. That said, there might naturally be times when you have arguments and disagreements with your friends. But there should always be an underlying spirit of respect and consideration for each other, no matter how close you are. In friendship, you mustn't think only of yourself.



04/08/2026

Daily Guidance By Daisaku Ikeda:

When your determination changes, everything else will begin to move in the direction you desire. The moment you resolve to be victorious, every nerve and fibre in your being will immediately orient itself towards your success. On the other hand, if you think, “This is never going to work out , ” then, at that instant, every cell in your being will be deflated and give up the fight, and everything then really will move in the direction of failure.

02/08/2026

Daily Guidance by Sensei Daisaku Ikeda:

You mustn't be half-hearted. When you pursue something with a strong determination, you will have no regrets even should you fail. But if you succeed, you will achieve truly great things. Either way, your unceasing efforts will lead you to the next path you should follow.

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