Question

What are the three historical phases of Shinto, and how does it tie into the idea of a theocracy? Why do you think that Shinto, identified so strongly with Japan, is described as a religion, compared to the previous ones we have discussed? Does this constitute a religion, a philosophy, or a pattern of behavior? What leads you to this conclusion (supply evidence in your response). Lastly, how does the blending of Shinto with Japanese government compare to the Chinese concept of the Mandate of Heaven that you learned about previously?

Answer 1

Shinto, indigenous religious beliefs and practises of Japan. The word Shinto which literally means the way of kamin I generally sacred are divine power, specifically the various gods ar cieties), came into use in order to distinguish indigenous Japanese beliefs from Buddhism, which had been introduced in Japan in the 6th century Shinto can be classified into the following three major types: (i) Shrine Shinto (ii) Sect Shinto (in) folk Shinto

Shintoism is Japan's indigenous spirituality It is believed that every in nature leig trees, rocks, flowers, animals- even sounds contains kami orgods, Consequently Shinto principles can be seen trooughout Tapenese culture, where nature and the twining of the seasons are Cherished, The Zhou created the mandate of Heaven: the idea there could be only one legitimate ruler of China at a time, and that this ruler had the blessing of the gods. They used Mandate to justify their overthrow of the Shang, and their subsequent rule. a rule quent