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Yours Eternally sees Bono and The Edge joined on vocals by Ukrainian musician-turned-soldier Taras Topolia, as well as Ed Sheeran. In the spring of 2022, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Bono and The Edge traveled to Kyiv to busk in a metro station at the invitation of President Zelensky. A couple of days prior to that, Ed connected @TarasTopolia, and by extension his band @antytila_offic, with Bono. Bono, Taras and The Edge met for the first time on that subway platform and have been friends ever since. Taras is the inspiration for ‘Yours Eternally’, a song written in the form of a letter from a soldier on active duty with a bold, mischievous spirit to match Ukraine’s. Tomorrow, on the 4th anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a 4 1/2-minute film documenting the lives of Ukrainian soldiers on the frontlines that uses Yours Eternally as a soundtrack will be released. Days of Ash EP available now. Read Propaganda here: u2.komi.io

Song of the Future honors the schoolgirl uprising in Iran and the life of 16-year-old Sarina Esmailzadeh, one of thousands of Iranian schoolgirls who took to the streets as part of the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in 2022. These protests were sparked by the death of Jina Mahsa Amini, a young Kurdish-Iranian woman who died in Tehran on 16th September that year from injuries sustained following her arrest by the so-called ‘morality police’ for not wearing a hijab in accordance with government standards. Seven days later, Sarina was beaten by the Iranian security forces and died from her injuries, the regime claiming she killed herself. The song aims to capture Sarina’s free spirit, the promise and hope of her short life. Days of Ash EP available now. Read Propaganda here: u2.komi.io

When hearts resonate, even fleeting moments can become lifelong seeds. For more quotes, head to: daisakuikeda.org/sub/quotations… #HeartToHeart #HumanRelationships #DaisakuIkedaQuotes #WordsOfWisdom

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January 28 marks 65 years since Daisaku Ikeda’s first journey across Asia—a historic trip that took him to Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, India, Myanmar, Thailand and Cambodia. Throughout his travels, he sought to inspire hope in every person he met, building bridges of happiness, understanding and peace across the region. Ikeda later reflected: “Kosen-rufu in Asia means planting the spiritual seeds of humanism in the hearts of all Asian people—a humanism that resolutely protects the dignity of human life and creates lasting peace and happiness.”—Daisaku Ikeda This transformative journey also strengthened his resolve to promote research and deepen appreciation for Asia’s rich cultural heritage through the Institute of Oriental Philosophy founded a year later on January 27, 1962. 💠Learn more about the Institute of Oriental Philosophy: daisakuikeda.org/main/philos/ph… 💠To learn more about Daisaku Ikeda’s first trip to Asia, read The New Human Revolution, Volume 3.

When was a time when a small act of care made a big difference for you? Share in the comments below. 👇 For more quotes: daisakuikeda.org/sub/quotations… #HumanConnection #DaisakuIkedaQuotes #WordsofWisdom #PeaceThroughDialogue

January 2 marks the birth of Daisaku Ikeda, and today we honor his legacy by reflecting on the concept of human revolution he —advanced—a lifelong journey of inner transformation that cultivates courage and creates lasting change in society. Though he passed away in 2023, his legacy lives on. #HumanRevolution #DaisakuIkeda

“The first step to deepening friendship is to deepen one’s own consideration for others.” daisakuikeda.org #daisakuikedaquotes #dailyencouragementquotes

“To continue to move powerfully toward the future with brilliant hope, no matter what happens—that itself is victory.” daisakuikeda.org #daisakuikedaquotes #dailyencouragementquotes

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“Whether we regard difficulties in life as misfortunes or whether we view them as good fortune depends entirely on how much we have forged our inner determination. It all depends on our attitude. With a dauntless spirit, we can lead a cheerful and thoroughly enjoyable life.” daisakuikeda.org #daisakuikedaquotes #dailyencouragementquotes

“No matter our circumstance, if our hearts are always ablaze with hope and courage, filled with the spirit of challenge, we will brim with joy and vigor. This is true happiness.” daisakuikeda.org #daisakuikedaquotes #dailyencouragementquotes

November 15 marks two years since the passing of Buddhist philosopher Daisaku Ikeda (1928–2023), a visionary leader who tirelessly advocated for peace, culture and human dignity. His words continue to resonate: “When you change, the environment will change. The power to change the world is found nowhere but within our own life.” —Daisaku Ikeda Watch the “Life Story of Daisaku Ikeda” and learn more about his enduring legacy here: daisakuikeda.org/sub/audio-visu… #ALegacytoBuildOn #DaisakuIkeda #PeacethroughDialogue #HumanRevolution

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“The Lotus Sutra teaches of the great hidden treasure of the heart, as vast as the universe itself, which dispels any feelings of powerlessness. It teaches a dynamic way of living in which we breathe the immense life of the universe itself.”daisakuikeda.org #daisakuikedaquotes #dailyencouragementquotes

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Celebrating 25 years of ‘All That You Can’t Leave Behind’. What’s your favorite song from the album?