noun
light of Buddhism; Buddhist lamp
A metaphorical term for the teachings or wisdom of Buddhism, often likened to a lamp that dispels darkness. Used in religious or literary contexts.
法灯を絶やさず、次の世代に伝えていきたい。
We want to keep the light of Buddhism alive and pass it on to the next generation.
Compound of 法 (ほう, 'dharma, Buddhist teaching') and 灯 (とう, 'lamp, light'). The term is used metaphorically in Buddhist contexts.