Amida Buddha's original vow; long-cherished desire
Primarily a Buddhist term for Amida Buddha's vow to save all beings, but also used more broadly for a deeply held personal wish or lifelong aspiration.
In Jōdo Shinshū, it is considered important to have faith in Amida Buddha's original vow.
His long-cherished desire was to build a school in his hometown.
He finally fulfilled his long-cherished wish.
After his ascetic training, the monk accomplished his original vow.
Her long-held wish was finally realized.