"In this latter age, which corresponds to our own time, the three types of enemies have appeared, but not a single one of the eight hundred thousand million nayutas of bodhisattvas is anywhere to be seen. It is like a lake that has dried and is missing its full share of water, or a waning moon that is far from full. If the water is clear, it will reflect the moon’s image, and if trees are planted, then birds can nest in them. Therefore, I, Nichiren, propagate this sutra in place of the eight hundred thousand million nayutas of bodhisattvas. I ask that those bodhisattvas grant me their aid and protection."
From Gosho "Letter from Teradomari" (The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Volume I, page 210)
From Gosho "Letter from Teradomari" (The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin Volume I, page 210)
