noun
auxiliary practices
In Jōdo (Pure Land) Buddhism, refers to practices that support the primary practice of nembutsu (recitation of the Buddha's name). These typically include observation, worship, praise, and offering. A technical term; not used in everyday language.
See also: 浄土宗
浄土宗では、念仏のほかに助業として観察や礼拝などが行われる。
In the Jōdo sect, in addition to nembutsu, auxiliary practices such as observation and worship are performed.