shinto Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is Shintoism
A
a loosely organized native Japanese religion with a wide variety of beliefs and practices rooted in animism
2
Q
shinto focuses on…
A
showing respect to national deities and spirits in nature (the spirits are called Kami)
3
Q
the name shinto comes from
A
the chinese words Shin and Tao: the way of the gods
- the preferred Japanese term is Kami nomichi
4
Q
shinto is generally considered an expression of …
A
Japanese nationalism, a reaction to chinese influence in Japan
5
Q
Most Japanese are ______, shinto is secondary- it is part of who ie means to….
A
buddhists; to be Japanese
6
Q
common feature in most shinto homes
A
Kami Dana: god shelf
