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What is Nam Myoho Renge Kyo, the religion Jo Hye-ryeon's family withdrew from? A comprehensive overview of the history and missionary methods of Japan's Soka Gakkai.
2026.11.11 11:27
What kind of religion is Nam Myoho Renge Kyo, from which Jo Hye-ryeon's family withdrew? We have summarized the meaning, history, missionary methods, and domestic perception of Japan's Soka Gakkai (SGI) all in one place.
You're seeing Jo Hye-ryeon's name a lot in online communities again these days, aren't you? 👀
As the phrase "to catch some heretics" became known, religions that were once believed in are also receiving attention.
Especially because of the unfamiliar name 'Nam Myoho Renge Kyo,' there were so many people asking, "Is that the name of a religion?" or "I heard it's a Japanese religion; what kind of place is it?" 😳
So today, we’ll take a look at everything one by one, from the remarks made by Jo Hye-ryeon to the true identity of Nam Myoho Renge Kyo, the history of the Soka Gakkai, and its methods of propagation ✨
1. Jo Hye-ryeon's Withdrawal from Nammyoho Renge Kyo: What Happened
Ms. Jo Hye-ryeon has personally revealed that before converting to Christianity, she and her family believed in SGI (Soka Gakkai International), a religion commonly known as 'Nam Myoho Renge Kyo'.
What became a hot topic this time is This is a video from the YouTube channel 'Lee Sung-mi's I Can't Go' from the 9th. 🎥
Lee Sung-mi shared the details of her phone call with Jo Hye-ryun.
It is said that when Jo Hye-ryeon wanted to widely promote the Christian book she wrote, she replied, "To catch some heretics."
Jo Hye-ryeon did not appear in the video herself, and this message was conveyed through Lee Sung-mi.
Tak Ji-won, director of Modern Religion, who appeared in the same video, said that Jo Hye-ryeon's family left their previous religion and are now living a Christian life.
And they described Nam Myoho Renge Kyo as a 'scary cult' 💡
You must distinguish the person mentioned here. It was Director Tak Ji-won, not Jo Hye-ryeon, who called it a 'cult.' are you.
In a past interview, Jo Hye-ryeon described SGI as a 'family faith' she has believed in since childhood. When asked if she received help from SGI during her activities in Japan, she drew a clear line, stating that it was absolutely not the case.
I heard that he is now diligently leading a life of faith, studying the Bible and publishing related books. 🙏
2. Nam Myoho Renge Kyo is not the name of a religion.
A fact surprisingly many people don't know! 'Nam Myoho Renge Kyo' is not the name of an organization 😮
Written in Chinese characters, it is '南無妙法蓮華經', and read in our style as 'Namu Myobeop Yeonhwagyeong'.
Namu: Derived from the Sanskrit word 'Namas,' meaning 'to take refuge.'
Myobeop Yeonhwagyeong: The official name of the Lotus Sutra, a Mahayana Buddhist scripture.
Combined, it means 'to take refuge in the Lotus Sutra.'
Memorizing this phrase by repeating it exactly as it is pronounced in Japanese is called 'chanting,' and the representative organization that adopts this as its basic practice is the Soka Gakkai (SGI).
3. History of Japan's Soka Gakkai at a Glance
Soka Gakkai is a new religious movement that follows the teachings of the 13th-century Japanese monk Nichiren. The Encyclopedia of Korean Culture also introduces it as "a representative new religion of modern Japan."
1930: Educator Tsunesaburo Makiguchi started it as the 'Soka Educational Society'.
1946: Disciple Josei Toda changed the name to 'Soka Gakkai'.
1952: Obtained religious corporation status in Japan.
1975: The international organization SGI was launched.
They say they are currently active in over 190 countries and regions 🌏
4. What is the Soka Gakkai's method of propagation?
The Soka Gakkai calls propagation 'Kosen-rufu' 📢
In principle, they only proselytize through one-on-one conversations, and street evangelism is not allowed.
We hold small-scale 'discussion meetings' at a believer's home every month.
It is run by lay people at the center, without monks.
It was introduced to Korea in the 1960s through Korean residents in Japan, and has consistently faced criticism for having a strong Japanese character.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q. What kind of religion is Nammyoho Renge Kyo, from which Jo Hye-ryeon's family withdrew?
A. It refers to the Soka Gakkai (SGI), which originated in Japan. It is a new religious movement affiliated with Nichiren Buddhism, and "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" is a prayer chant recited there.
Q. Did Jo Hye-ryeon call Nam Myoho Renge Kyo a cult?
A. No. The person who expressed it that way is Tak Ji-won, Director of Modern Religion.
Q. What does Nam Myoho Renge Kyo mean?
A. It is the Japanese pronunciation of 'Namu Myoho Renge Kyo,' meaning to take refuge in the Lotus Sutra.
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