Religion

Religion

Refers to any set of beliefs of any community or nation, concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of life and the universe, especially when considered as the creation of a supernatural or divine agency.

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sesshin

Religion; Buddhism

(Japanese) To touch, receive, or convey the mind; the Zen retreat, conventionally seven days.

sentient being

Religion; Buddhism

A being who has not yet reached enlightenment.

seiza shiki

Religion; Buddhism

(Japanese) The system of Seiza; physical and mental culture through the practice of seiza.

semmon dojo

Religion; Buddhism

(Japanese) Special Training Place; a Rinzai Zen temple where monks or nuns are trained.

sensei

Religion; Buddhism

(Japanese) Teacher.

Savatthi

Religion; Buddhism

Savatthi in Pali, Sravasti in Sanskrit. The capital of the ancient Kingdom of Kosala, where the famous monastery (Bodhimandala) Jetavanna Grove was located.