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--April 25-- As we strive to realize the widespread propagation of the Mystic Law, the three powerful enemies and the three obstacles and four devils will invariable arise, vying with one another to hinder our progress. Battling these negative forces constitutes the great path to attaining Buddhahood. Through exerting ourselves bravely to surmount various obstacles, we can forge outstanding character. Without such challenges, we would only be armchair Buddhists; our faith would be nothing but an empty formality.