Nichiren Shonin taught that these three principles – Gohonzon, Odaimoku and Precept Platform – would enable all people to realize the truth of Ichinen Sanzen for themselves and become fully awakened. For this reason, Nichiren was convinced that he had surpassed previous forms of Buddhism by presenting a form of teaching and practice that was not only accessible but potent enough to enable all people to fully realize the truth of the Buddha’s teaching for themselves.