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| | Worldwide propagation of Nichiren Buddhism |
 | | Nichiren Shu overseas propagation started with Renge Ajari Nichiji Shonin, one of the Six Senior Disciples of Nichiren Shonin, who on October 13, 1294 A.D. (Einin 2), on the thirteenth memorial day of his master, pledged to propagate his teachings overseas before the tomb of our Founder on Mt. Minobu. |
 | | On New Year's Day in the year 1295 A.D. (Einin 3), Nichiji Shonin left Matsuno in Suruga Province (Shizuoka Prefecture) and commenced the journey of an overseas missionary spreading "Namu Myoho Renge Kyo" throughout the various lands across the sea to fulfill his pledge. |
 | | Following the example of Nichiji Shonin's efforts, overseas missionaries continued, and especially during the modern age the movement gained momentum throughout Asia, Hawaii, North and South America. |
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