This is the 7257th most frequent Japanese word.
世俗
"世俗" means "worldliness" or "secularism."
In this sentence, '世俗' refers to worldly or secular matters, contrasting with religious or spiritual pursuits.
彼は世俗の楽しみよりも宗教的な修行を好む。
He prefers religious practices over worldly pleasures.
Here, '世俗的な' describes a perspective that favors practical, non-spiritual viewpoints.
世俗的な視点を持つ人々はこの芸術作品に批判的だった。
People with a secular perspective were critical of this art piece.
In this example, '世俗' signifies the regular, everyday noise and activities of the world, implying a desire for peace away from it.