Background and Summary(Short Story)
This letter was written by Nichiren Daishonin to Myōmitsu, a devoted believer in Kamakura. It discusses the growth of converts and government repression. Daishonin emphasizes the importance of almsgiving and the benefits it brings to both the donor and recipient. He proclaims that Nam-myoho-renge-kyo will spread widely in the Latter Day of the Law. Daishonin believes he is fulfilling the mission of Bodhisattva Superior Practices and reads the Lotus Sutra in accordance with the Buddha’s intentions. He asserts that eventually the entire nation will chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.