The Sutra that Calls for Miracles: "Shoshin Hōgo" QA

Many people have experienced miracles that turned their lives around while reflecting on their hearts by reading "Shoshin Hōgo". For those who want to know more, we asked the Happy Science Headquarters, Nasu Seija open_in_new about frequently asked questions regarding "Shoshin Hōgo".
(Excerpted and edited from Monthly "Happy Science" No. 369)

"Shoshin Hōgo" is the most important sutra in Happy Science.
It was directly transcribed through automatic writing from the fundamental divine spirit by President Okawa, so the sutra itself is imbued with great power.

While texts like the "Heart Sutra" were translated by the Buddha's disciples from the teachings of Shakyamuni passed down through generations, the merits of "Shoshin Hōgo" are said to be over 10,000 times greater than those traditional sutras.

By aligning your heart and reading "Shoshin Hōgo" daily, you can receive the light of the divine, leading to a calm heart and harmonious relationships.

You also become less susceptible to disturbances from evil spirits, resulting in healing from illnesses and success in work, thus turning your life around.

Furthermore, you will be guided to heaven after death, so please make it a habit to read "Shoshin Hōgo".

Basically, it's good to read it before starting your activities in the morning and before going to bed, but if that timing is difficult for you, it's okay not to be strict about it. Please take the time to read it whenever you can.

Additionally, reading it when you are tired or before important tasks can help you regain your strength. If there are sick or troubled individuals, it’s good to read it for their happiness.

Read "Shoshin Hōgo" with a heart of gratitude towards the divine. If your desire for merits becomes too strong, it may become difficult to receive guidance from the heavenly realm. It’s good to read with a pure heart without seeking a return.
By the way, the CD of "Shoshin Hōgo" also has a powerful effect of exorcism, so if you want to harmonize the magnetic field of your home, it is recommended to play it.

Yes. By reading "Shoshin Hōgo" daily and deepening your faith, your heart will be harmonized, and you will be able to maintain a sense of happiness that is unshaken by changes in your environment. Not being overly perfectionistic is the key to continuity.

Even if you can only read it three days a week at first, gradually try to increase the frequency to four or five days. After about three months of practice, it can become a habit.

Before you start reading, take 1-2 minutes to repeat deep breathing and calm your mind. This will help you reach a suitable state of mind for reading "Shoshin Hōgo" and improve your concentration. Reading books that explain the content of "Shoshin Hōgo" (see below) will naturally enhance your focus.

Also, if you regularly study the truth of Buddhism and reflect on correcting your heart, you will be able to feel the light of the divine more when reading "Shoshin Hōgo", so please try practicing this.

Two books to learn about "Shoshin Hōgo" in detail!

"Faith Theory"
This book helps you understand the meaning of the sutra and the methods of practice using "Shoshin Hōgo", deepening your understanding.

"First Steps in Faith"
Recommended for those who have just joined. You can learn about the merits of "Shoshin Hōgo" in an easy-to-understand manner.

※ You can receive it at temples and branches nationwide.