ichidan verb, transitive verb
Formal, often used for respectfully presenting something to a superior, deity, or institution. Common in historical or ceremonial contexts.
神社に玉串を奉じる。
I offer a sacred branch at the shrine.
新作を師匠
I present my new work to my master.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
obey; follow; believe in; serve
Used for faithfully following a doctrine, command, or person of authority. Often appears in literary or formal writing.
彼は生涯、師の教えを奉じた。
He followed his teacher's teachings all his life.
憲法を奉じる立場にある。
We are in a position to uphold the constitution.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
proudly bear; carry out with pride
Rare, literary use for undertaking a mission or duty with a sense of honor. Often seen in set phrases like 大任を奉じる.
大任を奉じて遠国へ赴く。
He goes to a distant land, proudly bearing a great mission.