officiating priest; presiding priest
Specifically the priest who leads a Buddhist ceremony or ritual.
At the funeral, the officiating priest chanted sutras.
religious teacher; high-ranking priest
A respected Buddhist teacher or senior priest, often used as a title.
Extended use for a spiritual guide or instructor in contexts like yoga, meditation, or personal development.
He is respected as a religious teacher for the young monks.
I learned breathing techniques from a yoga instructor.