convert to Buddhism; rely on; attach oneself to
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to convert to Buddhism; to take refuge in the Three Jewels
religiousSame as 皈依. A religious term used when formally becoming a Buddhist or taking refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.
He converted to Buddhism at the temple last year.
She held a conversion ceremony at age eighteen and became a formal Buddhist.
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Many believers came to the monastery to request the Three Refuges.
verb
to rely on; to attach oneself to; to seek support from
literaryLiterary usage. Often used in the phrase 无所归依 (with nothing to rely on) to express being adrift or homeless. Can also refer to finding shelter or patronage in turbulent times.
He attached himself to a general during the turbulent times and thus managed to survive.
The wandering son sought refuge with his kind mother and finally felt at peace.
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Homeless vagrants with nothing to rely on wandered the streets.