Roshi: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Roshi means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Buddhism
General definition (in Buddhism)
Source: Shambala Publications: GeneralRōshi Jap., lit., “old [venerable] master”; title of a Zen master. Traditional training in Zen takes place under a rōshi, who can be a monk or layperson, man or woman. It is the task of the rōshi to lead and inspire his or her students on the way to enlightenment, for which, naturally, the prerequisite is that the rōshi has experienced profound enlightenment.
Languages of India and abroad
Kannada-English dictionary
Source: Alar: Kannada-English corpusRōṣi (ರೋಷಿ):—[adjective] angered; enraged.
Kannada is a Dravidian language (as opposed to the Indo-European language family) mainly spoken in the southwestern region of India.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Roshidashva, Roshin, Roshitar, Rosita.
Ends with: Bandapharoshi, Bandepharoshi, Bebharoshi, Elkoroshi, Kholo choroshi, Niroshi, Pancakroshi, Panchakroshi, Vyakroshi, Vyavakroshi.
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