noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
apostasy; renunciation of a religion; defection
Refers to formally abandoning or renouncing one's religious faith. Can be used as a noun or with する to describe the act of apostasy. Often used in historical or religious contexts.
See also: 背教
彼は棄教して、別の宗教に改宗した。
He renounced his faith and converted to another religion.
Apostasy was considered a serious crime at that time.