cloistered emperor; ex-emperor who has become a monk
Historical term for a retired emperor who has taken Buddhist vows. Abbreviation of 太上法皇.
See also: 太上法皇
The Cloistered Emperor Shirakawa is known for having ruled from his retirement.
法皇 is a term for a retired emperor who has entered the Buddhist priesthood.
cloistered emperor; ex-emperor who has become a monk
An abbreviation of 太上法皇, the title given to a retired emperor who had entered Buddhist religious life.