Key Religious Landmarks Vocabulary - Sensō-ji

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

known by a lot of people

a building used for religious worship, especially in religions such as Hinduism and Buddhism

the capital city of Japan, best known for its advanced technology, fashion, food, and entertainment

a country that is in East Asia and made up of many islands

having a lot of value

to put together different materials such as brick to make a building, etc.

a female divine being worshipped in different religions

compassion shown toward someone who could be punished, especially by a person or authority responsible for justice

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

a portable light consisting of a handle and a housing that contains a light source

to be positioned in a way that the top part is fixed or connected to something, but the bottom part can move freely without touching the ground

to use a device like a camera or cellphone to capture an image of something or someone

a large room for gatherings or entertainment

to address God or another deity in worship, thanks, praise, or a request for help

to express a desire for something to happen, often done before blowing out candles on a birthday cake

to set something on fire

a long, thin object, often resembling a piece of wood, used for pointing, drawing attention, or performing specific actions

to release a particular scent

a gift presented to a deity as an act of worship, devotion, or sacrifice

(of a place) full of activity or people

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

to give something to someone in exchange for money

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

rooted in longstanding customs, practices, or beliefs specific to a particular group, family, religion, or culture

items made or produced for sale

to come or go into a place

a series of performances of music, plays, movies, etc. typically taking place in the same location every year

the fifth month of the year, after April and before June

a public procession of people or vehicles held to celebrate or mark an event

a series of rhythmical movements performed to a particular type of music

to become a member of a group, club, organization, etc.

to cause damage to something in a way that it no longer exists, works, etc.

the war that took place from the year 1939 to 1945 between the axis and the allies

to build or put something together again after it has been damaged, destroyed, or taken apart

to establish a presence or be located in a specific area

a period or state where there is no war or violence

a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen or to be true