adverse condition that leads to Buddhist practice; bad deed that ultimately inspires good
Buddhist term. Refers to a negative event or misdeed that paradoxically becomes a catalyst for entering the Buddhist path or deepening faith. Not used in everyday conversation.
funeral service for a younger relative conducted by an older person; parent officiating a child's funeral
Specifically refers to the unnatural situation where an older person, especially a parent, conducts the funeral rites for a younger relative such as a child. Carries a strong emotional weight and is rarely used outside of formal or religious contexts.
In Buddhism, it is taught that even adverse conditions can become an opportunity to enter the Buddhist path.
At a funeral where the parent officiates for the child, the parent reads sutras before the child's coffin.