noun
the death of Shakyamuni Buddha; Buddha's passing into nirvana
Buddhist term referring specifically to the historical Buddha's death and entry into final nirvana. Used in religious contexts and temple services.
仏涅槃の日には、多くの寺で法要が営まれる。
On the day of Buddha's death, memorial services are held at many temples.
noun
Buddhist service held on the day of Buddha's death
Abbreviation of 仏涅槃忌. Refers to the memorial service itself, originally held on the 15th of the second month, now commonly observed on the 15th of the third month.
See also: 仏涅槃忌
来月の仏涅槃には、檀家が集まる。
For next month's Buddha's death anniversary service, the parishioners will gather.
仏涅槃忌 is the full term for the memorial service; 仏涅槃 is its common abbreviation.
From 仏 (Buddha) + 涅槃 (nirvana). The term is a direct Buddhist compound referring to the historical Buddha's final nirvana.