Archaic noun or adjectival noun meaning something being exposed, clear, or manifest. Rarely used independently in modern Japanese; mostly found in classical or literary contexts.
In old texts, 顕 is used as a word expressing the clarity or exposure of things.
Learn about the difference between exoteric and esoteric Buddhism.
顕 (short for 顕教) refers to exoteric, publicly taught Buddhist doctrines, while 密 (short for 密教) refers to esoteric, secretly transmitted teachings.
remarkable; striking; conspicuous
microscope
actual; apparent; manifest; tangible
manifestation; embodiment; appearance
manifestation; public display; showing conspicuously
public honoring; public recognition of achievements
revealing the truth; demonstrating the truth
microscopic
great and brilliant; splendid
The kanji 顕 means 'manifest' or 'clear'. The word けん is a Sino-Japanese reading used in classical and Buddhist vocabulary. Its exact historical derivation as an independent word is uncertain; it likely developed from Chinese-derived usage in Japanese texts.
distinguished person; person of high rank
dominance
extol; exalt; glorify
clear; manifest; obvious
sensible heat
prominent post; high position
development; developing (color)
prominent and important; eminent; distinguished
discovery; detection; exposure