The Wisdom of the Lotus Sutra Vol. 5
Section 9 Discussion Questions:
1. On page 237 SGI President Ikeda says, “The ‘Entrustment’ chapter could therefore be termed the ‘Succession’ chapter or the or the ‘Mentor and Disciple’ chapter. It is the ‘Mentor and Disciple of Kosen-rufu’ chapter for accomplishing wide-propagation of the Law in the Latter Day.” In what ways is this chapter the “mentor and disciple of ‘kosen-rufu’” chapter? (WLS-5, 237-38)
2. On page 242 SGI President Ikeda says, “People who merely try to imitate their mentor in terms of appearance or manner tend to go astray.” Afterward, he talks about exerting ourselves for kosen-rufu in thought, words and deed. How are these connected and what does it means for us? (WLS-5, 242-43)
3. What does SGI President Ikeda say about the practice of shakubuku? How has reading this helped you to understand shakubuku? (WLS-5, 247-50)
4. On page 251 SGI President Ikeda says, “The bond of mentor and disciple comes down to the awareness of the disciple.” Describe what it means to “cut the power line” between oneself and one’s mentor. In this relationship, what is most important? (WLS-5, 251-52)
5. The word “Namas” implies dedication and and the sense of both “returning to” and taking action “based on” the Mystic Law. How does this apply to us and shakubuku practice? (WLS-5, 256-58)
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