まつ祭matsuるruまつ祀matsuるru
1.
To perform rituals intended to honor and appease a deity or spirit, often involving offerings and prayers for protection or blessings.
2.
To elevate a person or spirit to a revered status, typically by designating a specific location for their veneration and remembrance.
3.
To hold a figure or entity in high regard, often implying an act of raising them to a position of respect or importance in a ceremonial context.
Example:
この記念碑は祖国に命を捧げた兵士を祭っている。