貴き僧そう

noun

high priest; priest (honorific)

Honorific term used to show respect when referring to a Buddhist priest, especially one of high rank. Often used in formal or religious contexts.

• 貴き僧そうのお話はなしを伺うかがい、深ふかく感かん銘めいを受うけました。

  I was deeply impressed by the high priest's talk.