Definition

1. Noun:
   • Before the Buddha altar: The literal meaning refers to the physical space or position directly in front of a shrine, statue, or altar dedicated to the Buddha.
   • In the presence of the Buddha: This denotes a figurative or spiritual sense of being before the Buddha, implying reverence, worship, or the context of performing a Buddhist devotional act.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Người ấy quỳ lạy ở Phật tiền. (That person is kneeling and bowing before the Buddha altar.)
  • Chúng tôi đặt hoa quả tươi lên Phật tiền. (We place fresh fruit before the Buddha altar.)
  • Lời nguyện ở Phật tiền thường rất thành tâm. (Vows made in the presence of the Buddha are often very sincere.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is primarily used in a religious, ceremonial, or descriptive context related to Buddhist practice and temple or home altar settings.

Variants and Related Words

• Bàn thờ Phật (n): Buddha altar.

  • Bàn thờ Phật được trang trí trang nghiêm. (The Buddha altar is solemnly decorated.)

• Điện Phật (n): Buddha shrine or chapel.

  • Điện Phật chính của chùa rất rộng. (The main Buddha shrine of the pagoda is very spacious.)

Synonyms

• Before the Buddha: Indicating location or spiritual presence.
• In front of the Buddha altar: Describing the physical location.

Related Idioms

• Phật tiền bái lạy: To prostrate oneself before the Buddha.
  • Các Phật tử thành kính Phật tiền bái lạy. (The devout Buddhists respectfully prostrate themselves before the Buddha.)