A bodhisattva is not one of the statues you might see at a Buddhist temple. It is a condition inherent in our lives. These are developed through self-reformation. The virtue of true self is established by strengthening oneself to withstand difficulties, turning them into opportunities for growth. The virtue of eternity is to experience freedom, through believing in the eternity of life, and to work spontaneously toward the greater happiness of society.
Purity is to demonstrate true wisdom and reason, unswayed by selfish desire or ego.
Happiness means to live with great joy, securely founded on the creative power of life. These qualities are developed by tapping into the earth of Buddhahood. Bodhisattvas of the Earth are truly humane, compassionate and joyful people. Nichiren Daishonin equated the four virtues of the Buddha s life to the four leaders of the Bodhisattvas of the Earth. Bodhisattva Superior Practices corresponds to true self, Boundless Practices to eternity, Pure Practices to purity and Firmly Established Practices to happiness.