also: ばんもつ
all things; all creation; the universe
Refers to everything that exists; often used in philosophical, religious, or poetic contexts.
All things are constantly changing.
This philosopher sought the origin of all creation.
all creation; everything in heaven and earth
lord of creation; humanity; mankind
Standard kanji form; the reading ばんぶつ is the most common.
Alternate reading; less common and may be considered archaic or formal.
From Middle Chinese 萬物 (mʉɐnH mɨut̚). The kanji 万 means 'ten thousand' or 'myriad', and 物 means 'thing', together conveying 'all things'.