What are the Three Treasures?

All Buddhists revere the Buddha, the Law, and the Priesthood. In Nichiren Shoshu these treasures are the True Buddha Nichiren Daishonin, the Mystic Law of Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo, and the lineage of High Priests who protect and transmit the teaching. Depending on and repaying these treasures with gratitude keeps our faith correct and vibrant.

The Buddha: Nichiren Daishonin

Nichiren Daishonin revealed the practice for the Latter Day of the Law. He inscribed the Dai-Gohonzon and entrusted the entirety of Buddhism to Nikko Shonin so the Mystic Law would remain in the world. Relying on the Buddha means studying his writings, emulating his fearless spirit, and chanting with the vow to save all people.

The Law: Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo

The Law is the Mystic rhythm that permeates life. Chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo activates the limitless wisdom and compassion inherent in every person. When we base our decisions on daimoku, karma changes and benefit flows to families, workplaces, and society.

The Priesthood: the living lineage

The Priesthood is the community of High Priests and temple priests who protect and teach the Law. The High Priest alone transcribes Gohonzon and guides believers worldwide. Supporting the Priesthood through offerings, tozan (pilgrimage), and participation at Myogyoji expresses gratitude and ensures the pure lineage endures.

Practicing gratitude for the Three Treasures

• Attend temple activities. Hearing sermons and study lectures keeps our understanding accurate.
• Support with offerings. Financial offerings, volunteer service, and shakubuku (sharing Buddhism) are ways to repay our debt of gratitude.
• Protect unity. Encourage fellow believers, settle disputes quickly, and uphold itai doshin.

When we protect the Three Treasures, they in turn protect us. Life becomes joyful because we know we are contributing to kosen-rufu.

Three Treasures in daily life

At Myogyoji Temple, members express appreciation through consistent practice. We chant together for the Head Temple, for our chief priest, and for every member across the 17-state region we serve. This shared determination demonstrates that gratitude is an action, not merely a feeling.