Nam Myoho App Reviews

They NEED to take the picture of THE GOHONZON OUT as all nichiren Buddhist think that is sac religious . Every one I know thinks thats disgusting . Its too bad cause other than that it would have been a great app but most people I know refuse to use it for that reason . HAS NO ONE TOLD THEM ? Look it up guys !!!

it helps, above all when you are not home for weeks; it helps to learn how to chant when you are a beginner, but somehow also when you are more advanced; as all humans things it also depends on the aim you have when you use it.

No sound

Is this supposed to have sound? Reviewed settings and still no sound. Would be great if i could use it to chant as a group.

I bought this primarily because it mentions audio. Im thinking cool for on the go and learning pronunciation in prayer...nope. No sound, two backgrounds, limiting prayer...limited app extremely disappointed

Finally an iPod app that allows you to vary gongyo speed! Everything for me for a weekend trip but my juzu ;) I just wish the diamoku was a little smoother in transition it has a slight skip sort of in between loops. Bell at the end which is a nice touch. Also has the 2 part gongyo A and C chapters not the 3 part temple version. Im really, really happy!

For the first time in the years that I have been chanting I got exactly what I chanted for. I think it is because it made my chanting feel natural. Thanks for such a great service.

Being a new Student to Nichiren buddhism (especially with the gangyo prayer). I find it so useful to be able to hear it and follow along with visual and auditory help. I love this app and highly recommend it to any buddhist, new student or old scholar. This is also perfect for when you have a free moment to chant. Instead of chanting alone, there is company. I love that there are different visual options as well as chant speeds!

I have practiced for years, but found it frustrating at times when chanting alone without the group. This app supports my speaking in a clear energetic voice. Its also very helpful as I now introduce my daughter to the practice! With gratitude

You know that once the Gohonzon has been photo copied, scanned, reproduced, etc. it has been altered. Chanting to or in front of this image of a Gohonzon is not only slanderous to the intent and mind of Nichiren Daishonin, but will render no true benefit to the person chanting to it. Please understand that the reason Nichiren Shoshu and the Soka Gakkai are in disagreement about the Nikken vs. Nickikan & Nitatsu Gohonzons is the inscribers shared intent for all mankind to attain enlightenment with Nichiren. If the inscribers does not have this EXACT intent and understanding, then not only is the Gohonzon theyve inscribed counterfeit, but theyve also committed the slander of leading people to a counterfeit teaching. I implore the creator of this app to PLEASE remove the image of the gohonzon. It is far better for the person reciting the sutra to do so toward their INNER Gohonzon than to a false representation of Nichirens mandala.

This is a perfect app with no reference to any specific group or organization. Perhaps we can call it the Middle Way or the follow the law, not the person app. It transcends differences & focuses the practitioner on whats really important. Thank you so much for your enlightened and insightful approach. Its the way it should be for all seeking spirits.

I love that the Gohonzon image is larger than my Omamori, perfect for travel! And to the reviewer who says this image is "altered", you may think so but it is an exact Nichikan Gohonzon, as used by SGI. And as Nichiren states, its effectiveness is determined by "our faith alone", so I wish everyone many happy hours of determined, joyful Daimoku! Ps - only wish there was a bit faster daimoku speed, we New Yorkers like a nice brisk "gallop" :)

Its great to see an app on here focused on encouraging the practice of chanting the mystic law and reciting the sutra. I was raised under the teaching that the Gohonzon should never be photocopied or presented outside of a butsudan, but obviously the teachings regarding this in Nichirens writings are unclear. First and foremost, never seek this Gohonzon outside yourself for it is only a physical manifestation of our life condition.

gongyo has been very challenging for me, but after just a few times through it using this app my pronunciation & ability to keep up are vastly improved. as has been mentioned, there is a timing glitch in the daimoku which can be distracting. close listening reveals that the 4th & 8th repetitions (more pronounced on the 8th) are slightly slower than the others. it seems as if the person was chanting to a metronome or click track and slowed down there upon realizing he was "ahead of the measure". I am an audio engineer and could easily (and happily) fix this if I had a copy of the loop file. feel free to email it to me if you would like that done. NMRK!

This is a relative good APP but the Gohonzon should be removed. Its not a substitute for the real thing and shouldnt be used as the real gohonzon. With a few fixes, this is a great app for when you are in the car driving to work and home.

This app would be fine if the photograph of the Gohonzon would be removed. The Gohonzon should NEVER be photographed. Im surprised the creator of this app would not know this. PLEASE remove the photo of the Gohonzon. Thank you.

I like the idea and can be a great tool to teach how to chant. But as a Gajokai Cheif and a member of Soka Gakkai I feel that the developer of the application should remove the gohonzon. The gohonzon should not copied duplicated or reproduced in any fashion. Receiving the gohonzon is an hint to receive and is a sign of your determination to better yourself and be a part of the Soka Gakkais mission for kosen rufu. A 99 cent app doesnt not do the gohonzon justice and is not how we should honor Nichiren Daisohinins gift in designing such a beautiful object of devotion. I hope you seek guidance for district, chapter, area or even region leaders so that you can fully understand why we are asking to remove the gohonzon from the app. I LOVE THE APP THOUGH. GREAT DESIGN AND EASY TO USE!!! Thank you bodhisattva!

Its great just from the point of view of being able to have a gongyo book in my phone, Im never without one, and I can also help others to learn gongyo using it. Would be excellent if it could automatically time and track my gongyo without my having to pit it in. There are also a myriad of other features that could make this app truly off the chart. Thank you!!

Thank you - love this!

THANK YOU for having the Gohonzon on here. I am an independent Nichiren Buddhist practitioner and I applaud your app. Thank you. If the SGI wanted an app they could make one themselves.