現世利益

げんせりやく
Alternative readings: げんぜりやく
Frequency:
1

Benefits or happiness obtained in this present life through observance of Buddhist teachings (as opposed to rewards in the afterlife).

NounBuddhismYojijukugo

Examples

一部の宗教は現世利益を強調して、人々の願いを叶えると説く。

Some religions emphasize benefits in this life and teach that they can fulfill people's wishes.

現世利益を求める信仰は、時に社会的な問題を引き起こすこともある。

A faith that seeks worldly benefits can sometimes cause social problems.

禅の修行は必ずしも現世利益を目的としない。

Zen practice does not necessarily aim at benefits in this world.