Religion of Japanese culture
In Japan, the two major religions are Shinto and Buddhism. Shinto means “the way of Kami.” Buddha is known as the “awakened one.”
Shinto was introduced into the world in the 6th century. Shinto does not have any founder. According to the “Religion Library of Shinto” their are no scripts, no texts, and no official doctrine. People use this religion to develop a specific japanese consciousness.
Religion may not play a big role in this country, but as a Shinto they do follow big religious rituals at ceremonies such as, weddings, birth, funerals, etc. Shintoism has eleven rituals called “ Omatsuri” or “Saishi.” Shinto is a polytheistic religion. Polytheistic means infinite gods. In the Shinto religion the gods are called “Kami.”Kami’s are usually guardians of the people, but some may be evil. To keep away the evil they had to pray and make offerings to …show more content…
Gautama was born around the 5th century BC at Lumbini, Nepal. It is not exactly a hundred percent sure when the creator of Buddhism was born. This nation is north of India and south of China. It wasn't till the 6th century till it really came out. This religion is about finding peace in oneself. Throughout their daily practice they try to find kindness and wisdom. Their daily practice consist of meditating at least fifteen to thirty minutes a day. Due to all the meditation and “finding yourself”, some people consider Buddhism as a psychology rather than a religion. The Buddhist doesn't believe in one powerful God, they believe in the rebirth and the reincarnation of oneself. “In Buddhism, there is no single holy book. Extensive scriptures have been preserved in many Asian languages.” https://blog.oup.com/2015/09/10-facts-about-buddhism/ The main goal of this religioin is to reach the “Nirvana.” Nirvana is about getting rid of three things: passion, ignorance and
In Japan, the two major religions are Shinto and Buddhism. Shinto means “the way of Kami.” Buddha is known as the “awakened one.”
Shinto was introduced into the world in the 6th century. Shinto does not have any founder. According to the “Religion Library of Shinto” their are no scripts, no texts, and no official doctrine. People use this religion to develop a specific japanese consciousness.
Religion may not play a big role in this country, but as a Shinto they do follow big religious rituals at ceremonies such as, weddings, birth, funerals, etc. Shintoism has eleven rituals called “ Omatsuri” or “Saishi.” Shinto is a polytheistic religion. Polytheistic means infinite gods. In the Shinto religion the gods are called “Kami.”Kami’s are usually guardians of the people, but some may be evil. To keep away the evil they had to pray and make offerings to …show more content…
Gautama was born around the 5th century BC at Lumbini, Nepal. It is not exactly a hundred percent sure when the creator of Buddhism was born. This nation is north of India and south of China. It wasn't till the 6th century till it really came out. This religion is about finding peace in oneself. Throughout their daily practice they try to find kindness and wisdom. Their daily practice consist of meditating at least fifteen to thirty minutes a day. Due to all the meditation and “finding yourself”, some people consider Buddhism as a psychology rather than a religion. The Buddhist doesn't believe in one powerful God, they believe in the rebirth and the reincarnation of oneself. “In Buddhism, there is no single holy book. Extensive scriptures have been preserved in many Asian languages.” https://blog.oup.com/2015/09/10-facts-about-buddhism/ The main goal of this religioin is to reach the “Nirvana.” Nirvana is about getting rid of three things: passion, ignorance and