also: たくけい
Refers to the historical execution method of crucifixion. Often used in historical or religious contexts.
Crucifixion was one of the execution methods practiced in ancient Rome.
Standard kanji spelling for 'crucifixion'.
Alternate reading; less common than たっけい.
Compound of 磔 (たく, 'to split open; to crucify') and 刑 (けい, 'punishment'). The reading たっけい is a common assimilation of たくけい.