also: しょうどう
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
right path; path of righteousness; correct way
Refers to a morally correct way of living, acting, or thinking; often used in ethical, philosophical, or didactic contexts.
He always tries to walk the path of righteousness.
正道に従って行動すれば、後悔はない。
If you act according to the right path, you will have no regrets.
He has walked the righteous path his whole life.
He reflected on his mistakes and resolved to return to the right path.
In my youth, I strayed from the right path for a while.