Japanese

せっぽう
Meaning: sermon; preaching
Part of Speech: Noun

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説
法

Example sentences

I know it's like preaching to the Buddha, but let me say one thing.
多くの人々が高僧の説法を聞くために集まった。
Many people gathered to listen to the high priest's sermon.
祇園精舎は、釈迦が説法を行った場所として知られている。
Gion Shoja is known as the place where the Buddha preached.
釈迦は鹿野苑で初めて説法を行った。
Shakyamuni Buddha gave his first sermon at Sarnath.
往生した者は、九品蓮台に座って仏の説法を聞くという。
It is said that those who are reborn in the Pure Land sit on the nine-rank lotus pedestal and listen to the Buddha's teachings.

Usage Notes

Originally refers to teaching Buddhist doctrines. Also used for giving advice or moral lectures.

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