B efore we at the Proud Black Buddhist We site tackle what is brewing to be a controversial issue we should consult documentary consultation regarding this matter and precede to honestly and openly tackle this issue. In a March 31, 1979 speech by Nichiren Shoshu 66th High Priest Nittatsu Shonin to the Myokan-Kai (A group of priests who recieved training directly from Nittatsu Shonin) 66th High Priest Nittatsu Shonin emphasized to Nichiren Shoshu Priests as well as to Nichiren Shoshu lay members regarding the importance of study. High Priest Nittatsu Shonin said In the past, at the Rissho, ( a well-known school run by the Minobu sect), Buddhist study was introduced at the high school level. Even the Rissho Ankoku Ron was taught to the High school students. Today, however, such a lecture is unavailable until one reaches the university level. That is why the people of the past had a clear understanding of general Buddhism. Today, for the most part, Buddhist study has been neglected. For this reason, please attend a university even now and absorb the available lectures on Buddhist studies, even if they involve other sects. Redouble your efforts to study the teachings of our sect to correctly prepare yourselves.
We at this Proud Black Buddhist Web Site approach the issue of the ethnicity of Shakyamuni Buddha in the spirit and approach of our beloved former master 66th High Priest Nittasu Shonin. High Priest Nittasu Shonin encouraged Nichiren Shoshu members to study Buddhism even if it involves other sects.