noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
devout belief; religious conversion
Primarily used in Buddhist contexts for taking refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, or for deep religious commitment. Can also refer to conversion to a faith.
彼は仏教に帰依した。
He became a devout believer in Buddhism.
帰依の心を持つことが大切だと説か
It was preached that having a heart of devotion is important.