also: どっきょう
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
お坊さんがお経を読経する。
The monk chants the sutra.
葬儀で読経が始
The sutra chanting began at the funeral.