経文 (きょうもん) Japanese meaning | KotomoraFreq.FrequencyTop 100,000 Meanings
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noun
Buddhist scriptures; sutras; scriptural text
Buddhism
Refers specifically to the written or recited texts of Buddhist teachings.
sentence, literature, style
經classic works, pass through Similar words
- お経
More common and general term for Buddhist sutras or chanting; 経文 is a slightly more formal or written term.
- 聖典
Refers to sacred scriptures in general, not limited to Buddhism.
Etymology
Compound of 経 (kyō, 'sutra') and 文 (mon, 'text, writing').
