Perguntas frequentes sobre o compartilhamento das obras da Seicho-no-ie

Summary

This video script addresses the community of Seicho-No-Ie's pre-lecturers and disseminators in Brazil, emphasizing the importance of adhering to copyright laws when sharing the organization's teachings. It clarifies that sharing parts of texts or images from the organization's publications without proper authorization infringes on copyright. The script provides guidelines on how to properly cite and share content, including obtaining written permission for text excerpts and ensuring that any shared material does not exceed 49% of the total publication. It also addresses common questions about sharing content on social media, such as whether it's permissible to share photos of book pages or record audio of prayers, and stresses the importance of respecting copyright for the organization's teachings to be disseminated correctly and respectfully.

Takeaways

• 📚 The script addresses the importance of respecting copyright laws when sharing Seicho-No-Ie teachings and materials.
• 🙏 It emphasizes the need for a careful procedure to obtain written authorization from the international headquarters before publishing any part of their texts.
• 📝 The script clarifies that citations should not exceed 49% of the total publication or posting and should always include the author's name and the source of the work.
• 🚫 It is not permitted to take photos of pages from Seicho-No-Ie books and share them, even if the source and author are indicated.
• 📖 Sharing images of book covers and 'Words of Light' is allowed as long as there is no commercial, pejorative, or disruptive intent towards the regular marketing of the work.
• 📝 For sharing excerpts or creating artworks with excerpts, the text must include an original text of greater volume than the excerpt itself to comply with copyright laws.
• 🚫 Recordings of prayers or excerpts in audio format for sharing are not allowed without specific contracts with the international headquarters.
• 🎥 The use of social media to share videos explaining Seicho-No-Ie without prior authorization from the organization is not permitted.
• 📹 Recording or photographing activities within Seicho-No-Ie without prior permission is not allowed to protect image rights and maintain the integrity of the organization's activities.
• 🤝 The script encourages responsible behavior in sharing content, advising against the reposting of unauthorized content and guiding those who do so towards compliance with guidelines.
• 🌟 It concludes by highlighting the importance of daily conduct in propagating Seicho-No-Ie teachings, stating that the end does not justify the means and that correct propagation methods are essential.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the video script?

The main purpose of the video script is to clarify and address common questions about sharing Seicho-No-Ie teachings and materials, ensuring compliance with copyright laws and the organization's guidelines.

Why is it important to follow a meticulous procedure for publishing parts of a text from Seicho-No-Ie's international headquarters?

It is important to follow a meticulous procedure to ensure that copyright laws are not infringed and that doctrinal matters are not outdated or obsolete, maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the teachings.

What is the rule regarding the percentage of a publication or posting that can be cited from a work?

The rule states that citations should not exceed 49% of the entire publication or posting, ensuring that the original work is properly acknowledged and not overused without permission.

Can leaders of illumination or disseminators of Seicho-No-Ie share a part of a text on social media alone or with an accompanying comment?

No, they cannot. Sharing a part of a text on social media or other means alone or with a comment without accompanying original text that exceeds the volume of the cited passage is not allowed.

Is it permissible to take a photo of a page from a Seicho-No-Ie book and share it, indicating the source and author?

No, it is not permissible as it violates copyright laws, even if the work and author are clearly indicated.

Can the cover images of Seicho-No-Ie books and the Words of Light be shared?

Yes, sharing the cover images is allowed as long as there is no commercial, derogatory purpose, or disruption of the regular marketing of the work.

What is the rule for sharing excerpts from a book or an elaborate artwork, indicating the source and author?

For works whose copyright belongs to Seicho-No-Ie's international headquarters, sharing is only allowed if the text or artwork contains more original text than the excerpt. For Brazilian authors, the Brazilian copyright law applies, allowing citation with proper attribution.

Are prayers from Seicho-No-Ie protected by international copyright laws?

Yes, prayers are protected and should not be shared in isolation without a larger volume of original text accompanying them.

Is it allowed to record the reading of prayers or excerpts in audio and share them, indicating the source and author?

No, it is not allowed as it infringes on international copyright laws. Any such recordings must be officially approved and contracted with the international headquarters.

Can leaders of illumination or disseminators use social media to share videos of their own creation explaining Seicho-No-Ie without prior authorization?

No, it is not allowed. The guidelines explicitly state that content, including videos and lectures with doctrinal content, cannot be created, edited, and published without authorization.

What should one do if they receive a post that is not authorized by Seicho-No-Ie?

One should not reshare the unauthorized post and should kindly guide the person who made the post, sharing the guidelines and restrictions to ensure proper conduct in the future.