The Writings of Nichiren
Japanese Buddhism · Lotus-centered teaching
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin contains letters and treatises in two volumes, published by Soka Gakkai.
Volumes
Translations & sourcesEditions & translators
Browse the contents of Soka Gakkai’s English edition, Volume I. This is a substantial collection of writings, not an exhaustive edition of every text attributed to Nichiren.
Edition & attribution
An introduction. Follow the source link below to explore the translated work.
Introductions, reflection questions and added section headings are editorial material, separate from the attributed translation.
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People & teachers2
Traditions & history4
- Nichiren traditions
The formation and later reception of Nichiren’s teaching.
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- Tendai
The Japanese Lotus-centered background from which Nichiren emerged.
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- Lotus-centered traditions
Study context: this text is included in the Atlas guide to Lotus-centered traditions.
- Nichiren traditions
Study context: this text is included in the Atlas guide to Nichiren traditions.
Books1
- Emptiness and Omnipresence
Earlier Lotus-centered philosophical context for Nichiren’s thought.
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Topics2
- Emptiness & not-self
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- Mindfulness & awareness
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About this textContext & reading guide
Nichiren’s letters and treatises interpret the Lotus Sūtra in relation to faith, practice, controversy and the circumstances of his followers. The collection gives access to both doctrinal argument and personal counsel.
Read each work with attention to its recipient and setting. The linked English edition is published by Soka Gakkai; its introductions and interpretive framing belong to that editorial tradition.