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공덕
It refers to the 'credit' one builds up for a better next life. People often build temples or donate to 'stack' their merit.
Examples in context
남몰래 선행을 베풀어 공덕을 쌓았다
He accumulated spiritual merit by doing good deeds in secret
그는 자신의 모든 재산을 기부하며 공덕을 기렸다
He honored his spiritual merit by donating all of his assets
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