also: あんじゅ
ordination; laying on of hands
Christian term for the ritual act of placing hands on a person to confer a blessing, ordain, or commission for ministry.
The rite of laying on of hands holds important meaning in church tradition.
The ordination ceremony for the new pastor will be held next week.
laying on of hands; ordination
Standard kanji spelling for the Christian rite of ordination or laying on of hands.
Alternate reading; あんしゅ is more common.
The term 按手 is composed of 按 (to press, place) and 手 (hand), directly translating the Christian concept of laying on of hands. The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it is a Sino-Japanese term used in Christian contexts.