Daily Encouragement

A selection of quotes from Daisaku Ikeda’s published works on inspiration for daily living.

April 12

The eyes of a poet discover in each person a unique and irreplaceable humanity. While arrogant intellect seeks to control and manipulate the world, the poetic spirit bows with reverence before its mysteries.

From an essay, “Restoring our connections with the world,” in Embracing the Future, published by The Japan Times.