HyperDic: shingon

English > 1 sense of the word Shingon:
NOUNcognitionShingona form of Buddhism emphasizing mystical symbolism of mantras and mudras and the Buddha's ideal which is inexpressible
English > Shingon: 1 sense > noun 1, cognition
MeaningA form of Buddhism emphasizing mystical symbolism of mantras and mudras and the Buddha's ideal which is inexpressible.
RegionJapan, Nippon, NihonA constitutional monarchy occupying the Japanese Archipelago
BroaderBuddhismThe teaching of Buddha that life is permeated with suffering caused by desire, that suffering ceases when desire ceases, and that enlightenment obtained through right conduct and wisdom and meditation / meditation releases one from desire and suffering and rebirth
SpanishShingon

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