noun
esteemed profession; venerable vocation
Refers to socially respected occupations that serve others, such as priests, monks, teachers, and doctors. Often used in discussions of ethics or calling.
彼は聖職に就くことを決意した。
He decided to enter a venerable profession.
教師は聖職だと言われる。
Teaching is said to be an esteemed profession.
noun
ministry; priesthood; holy orders
Specifically Christian context: the ordained ministry or priesthood. Used in church-related discussions.
彼は聖職に叙階された。
He was ordained to the priesthood.
聖職の道を歩む。
Walk the path of holy orders.