This is the 5015th most frequent Japanese word.
聖職
"聖職" means "sacred profession" or "priesthood."
In this sentence, "聖職者" refers to a person in a holy or religious occupation, emphasizing its vocational aspect.
彼は大学で聖職者になるための教育を受けています。
He is receiving education at university to become a clergyman.
Here, "聖職" is used to describe the duties and responsibilities associated with a sacred occupation, focusing on its functional properties.
この寺院の聖職には多くの儀式があります。
The ministry of this temple includes many ceremonies.
In this instance, "聖職" represents the concept of a religious office or position, highlighting its spiritual significance.