Literally, “a field” or “plot of arable land.” A term that comes to be used figuratively to refer to beings like the Buddha as a “field of merit,” that is, in the sense that offerings made to them bear great fruit. In what is a related use, the term also refers to domains of existence, such as those over which a buddha exerts authority. Both senses are used in this sūtra.

The field of activity of a specific buddha, manifested through the power of their merit, wisdom, and aspirations.

A type of power place where yogins and yoginīs congregate.