摩顶
mó​dǐng

to pat the head

摩顶 摩頂 mó​dǐng
to pat the head
To rub or pat the crown of the head as an expression of affection or earnestness
ordainment
The ritual touching of the crown of the head by a Buddhist master when conferring precepts or ordaining a monk.
(bound form) to sacrifice oneself
(bound form) To wear down the top of the head; used to describe sacrificing oneself and working tirelessly for the sake of helping the world.
to confer a blessing
(In Buddhism) the act of a Buddha or master touching the head of a disciple to bestow a prediction of future Buddhahood or a blessing

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