What should be our attitude while chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?

Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is the fundamental power of the universe. Please chant resounding daimoku morning and evening with the vibrant and energetic rhythm of majestic horses galloping through the heavens. When we chant before the Gohonzon, we are facing the Buddha, so we should remember to have a respectful attitude.

How many times a day should I chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?

You can chant it just once a day, once a year, or once a decade or just once in a lifetime, ve many benefits. However, disciples chant in the morning and once in the evening. The Buddha or Sakyamuni, is believed to have said that in the Lotus Sutra that the mantra Nam Myoho Renge Kyo is for all has no distinctions.

What religion chants Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?

This chant, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, is at the core of Nichiren Buddhism, on which the modern Soka Gakkai movement is based. Nichiren Daishonin, a 13th century Buddhist monk, believed the Lotus Sutra, an important scripture in Mahayana Buddhism, was one of Gautama Buddha’s vital teachings, holding the key to happiness.

Why do we keep eyes open while chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo?

Of course, the biggest thing that changes when we chant is us. We open our eyes to the courage and wisdom within. In this sense, Nam-myoho-renge-kyo is not supernatural. It fuels us to work hard and helps us find the wisdom to move forward.

What should I think while chanting?

There is no set form or pattern for how we should pray. Buddhism speaks of being “uncreated” and “unadorned.” In other words, it emphasizes being natural. Therefore, simply chant earnestly and without pretense, just as you are. In time, as your faith develops, you’ll find it easier to focus your mind when you chant.

What is the power of Daimoku?

Daimoku is the wellspring that enables us to face illness and transform it into an opportunity for human revolution.

Why is it called the Mystic law?

The individual characters that make up Myoho-renge-kyo express key characteristics of this law. Myo can be translated as mystic or wonderful, and ho means law. This law is called mystic because it is difficult to comprehend.

How does chanting affect the brain?

Religious chanting appears to increase endogenous neural oscillations in the low frequency delta-band, especially in the posterior cingulate cortex (PCC). This brain region shows the largest decrease in centrality during religious chanting in a highly-trained meditator.