There are four ways to determine the accuracy of translations of the Lotus Sutra and writings of Nichiren: Learn Chinese and medieval Japanese, reading Nichiren's writings in the originals; have a trusted friend who reads Chinese and medieval Japanese critique the translations based on the originals; by accurately ascertaining the pure faith and knowledge of the translator; and by becoming a votary of the Lotus Sutra and disciple and believer of Nichiren who studies everything ever written in one's native language. We are fortunate in that more has been written on Nichiren Lotus Sutra Buddhism in English than any language save for the Japanese.
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