読経どきょう

noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb

sutra chanting; chanting of Buddhist scriptures

Refers to the ritual chanting of Buddhist sutras, typically by monks or lay practitioners. Often used in the context of memorial services or daily practice.

See also: 看経

• お坊ぼうさんがお経きょうを読経どきょうする。

  The monk chants the sutra.

• 葬そう儀ぎで読経どきょうが始はじまった。

  The sutra chanting began at the funeral.