The way we have studied the Lotus Sutra has been the path of modern Shōmon [śrāvakas] and Engaku [pratyekabuddhas]. However, it does not mean that the ways of Shōmon and Engaku were incorrect. The Lotus Sutra encourages us to proceed to the Way of the Bodhisattva from Shōmon and Engaku. In other words, you should not only listen to and learn the teachings, but also teach and preach the Lotus Sutra to others, with an awareness of being the Buddha’s messenger. By doing so, we can learn from our practice as bodhisattvas, and receive the protection of the Eternal Buddha.