Seven Presidents of Soka Gakkai

The Seven Presidents of Soka Gakkai were influential leaders who guided the Japanese Buddhist organization from its founding in 1930 until 1981. They each contributed to its growth, organizational structure, and global expansion, emphasizing the practice of Nichiren Buddhism, particularly chanting "Nam-myoho-renge-kyo." Their leadership helped transform Soka Gakkai from a small Buddhist study group into an influential movement advocating peace, education, and cultural exchange worldwide. Understanding their roles highlights the organization’s evolution and the principles they prioritized, such as individual empowerment, social engagement, and religious practice.