“Evil passions” can be categorized into three delusions: delusions arising from incorrect views and thoughts, delusions as numerous as particles of dust and delusions which hinder the knowledge of the ultimate reality. “Bad actions” refer to such serious sins as the five rebellious sins, the ten evil acts and the four major sins. Dharma Body stands for the Buddha with the Dharma Body, unsurpassed wisdom stands for the Buddha with the Reward Body, and emancipation refers to the Buddha with the Accommodative Body. From an indefinite past, we have been connected with the three paths: evil passions, karma and suffering. Fortunately, because of our association with the Lotus Sūtra, we can be assured that the illusions of the three paths instantly convert to the three merits of Dharma Body, unsurpassed wisdom, and emancipation.

Shimon Butsujō-gi, Listening to the Once Buddha Vehicle Teachings for the First Time, Writings of Nichiren Shōnin, Doctrine 2, Page 247