noun
Shangdi; supreme deity in ancient Chinese religion
Refers specifically to the high god of the ancient Chinese pantheon, often translated as 'Lord of Heaven' or 'Supreme Ruler'.
古代中国では、天帝が天の最高神として崇められていた。
In ancient China, Shangdi was worshipped as the supreme god of heaven.
Used in Christian contexts to refer to the monotheistic God, often in older or literary translations.
宣教師は天帝の教えを説いた。
The missionary preached the teachings of God.
noun
Shakra; Indra; king of heaven in Hindu/Buddhist mythology
In Buddhist contexts, often equated with 帝釈天 (Taishakuten), the lord of the Trāyastriṃśa heaven.
See also: 帝釈天 (たいしゃくてん)
仏教では、天帝は帝釈天として知られている。
In Buddhism, the heavenly king is known as Taishakuten.