also: しゅごじん
noun
guardian deity; patron god
A deity that protects a person, place, or group. Often used in religious, mythological, and sports contexts (e.g., a team's 'guardian angel').
この神社の守護神は農業の神様です。
The guardian deity of this shrine is the god of agriculture.
彼はチームの守護
As the team's guardian deity, he saved them from many tight spots.