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Meanings
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inner sanctuary; inner shrine; holy of holies
Buddhist term for the innermost sacred area of a temple, often enshrining the founder, hidden statues, or miraculous Buddhas. Also used more broadly for the most sacred part of a shrine or pilgrimage site.
The inner sanctuary of Mount Kōya is known as the sacred place where Kūkai entered eternal meditation.
Worshippers walk to the inner shrine behind the main hall to pay their respects.