On April 28, 1253, Nichiren Daishonin (1222–82) first taught the practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. The Soka Gakkai regards this day as the establishment of Nichiren Buddhism. Through his studies at leading Buddhist centers, Nichiren vowed to spread the humanistic teachings of the Lotus Sutra in order to enable people to transform their life for the better and develop a state of absolute happiness during their lifetime. Inheriting this legacy, the Soka Gakkai empowers individuals to be pr