intent of a request; purpose of an application; content of a prayer
Refers specifically to the content or intent behind a formal request, application, or prayer. Often used in legal, administrative, or religious contexts.
Please state your request in the petition form.
His wish was not granted.
You need to clearly state the purpose of your application in the application form.
The content of a prayer varies from person to person.
Composed of 願 (wish, request) and 意 (intent, thought). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the compound naturally conveys the idea of the intent behind a wish or request.