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This video is about Soka Gakkai, a religious organization in Japan that has about 2.8 million members and is based on Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism. The video explains the history, teachings, activities, and controversies of Soka Gakkai, from its founding by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi in 1930 to its current status as a political and social force. The video also discusses the challenges and benefits of joining Soka Gakkai, and invites viewers to comment on other religious groups they want to learn more about. The video ends with a promotion of channel membership and a request for likes and subscriptions.
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- Soka Gakkai is a religious organization in Japan that is based on Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism and has about 2.8 million members.
- Soka Gakkai was founded in 1930 by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi and Josei Toda, who were educators and believers in Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism.
- Soka Gakkai faced persecution and conflict with the Japanese government during World War II, and Makiguchi died in prison in 1944.
- Toda revived and expanded Soka Gakkai after the war, using his business skills and charisma to attract followers, especially young people who moved to urban areas.
- Toda was succeeded by Daisaku Ikeda in 1960, who further developed Soka Gakkai's international presence, educational institutions, and political influence through Komeito party.
- Soka Gakkai broke away from Nichiren Shoshu in 1977 after a dispute over Ikeda's authority and teachings, and became an independent religious group.
- Soka Gakkai has a strong organizational structure and financial base, supported by the subscription of Seikyo Shimbun newspaper, the sales of Ikeda's books, and the donations of members.
- Soka Gakkai practices shakubuku, which is a method of converting others to their faith by refuting their beliefs and making them yield.
- Soka Gakkai also practices gongyo, which is the recitation of the Lotus Sutra sutra every morning and evening, and holds roundtable discussions for members to share their experiences and testimonies.
- Soka Gakkai has a slogan of "Ichika Wagaku", which means "one family under faith", and encourages members to marry within the group and raise their children as members.
- Soka Gakkai is difficult to quit, as members have to submit a card to the headquarters to withdraw their membership, and may face persuasion or pressure from other members.
- Soka Gakkai has a doctrine of "kosen-rufu", which means "propagation of the true law", and aims to spread their teachings to the whole world and achieve peace and happiness for all.