The people were under the pressure
Of various sufferings.
They were fighting with the Maras
In order to emancipate themselves
From suffering.
Because I saw all this,
I expounded various teachings to them.
I expounded many sūtras with skillful expedients.Now I know that they can understand Myōhō Renge Kyō.
Therefore, I expound Myōhō Renge Kyō to them lastly
Just as the king took the brilliant gem
Out of his top-knot
And gave it [to the bravest man lastly].
