Chinese

jūshì
Meaning: lay Buddhist; lay Taoist; scholar living in retirement
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

他雖然不是僧人,但卻是一位虔誠的佛教居士。
他虽然不是僧人,但却是一位虔诚的佛教居士。
Although he is not a monk, he is a devout Buddhist layperson.
他是一位在山中修行的居士。
He is a lay Buddhist practicing in the mountains.

Usage Notes

Refers to a person who practices Buddhism or Taoism at home without becoming a monk or nun. Historically, it also referred to scholars who chose not to hold official positions.

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