heresy; heretical teachings
Primarily used in religious contexts to refer to doctrines or teachings that deviate from orthodox beliefs, especially in Buddhism.
Refers to occult practices or spells considered evil or harmful; often appears in fiction and folklore.
That sect was accused of spreading heretical teachings.
He used black magic to curse his enemy.
Compound of 邪 (ja, 'wicked; heretical') and 法 (hō, 'law; doctrine; method'). The term has been used in Buddhist contexts to denote false teachings and later extended to black magic.