Category: HealthPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common

명상

/myeongsang/Roman

English meaning: Meditation

Korean Definition

(한국어)

명상은 내면의 고요함과 명료함을 위한 정신 훈련 수행이다.

English Definition

The practice of focused mental training for inner calm and clarity. In Korea, meditation is deeply rooted in Buddhist practice and is also a popular modern wellness activity. Korean Buddhist temples offer meditation programs attracting practitioners worldwide.

Example

한국 사찰에서의 명상 체험은 전 세계인에게 인기가 있습니다.

In English: Meditation experiences at Korean temples are popular with people worldwide.

Synonyms

  • 수행

Literary Heritage

몸이 건강해야 정신도 맑고 삶도 풍요롭다

/Momi geonganghaeya jeongsindo malkgo salmdo pungyoropda/

When the body is healthy, the mind is also clear and life is abundant.

Pak Kyongni · Novelist · 20th century CE

Toji

Toji, Volume 2, Part 3, 1973

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