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A Brief History of Shinto
Written by KJ Smith
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A Brief History of Shinto
Explore Japan's ancient spiritual heart and discover the indigenous faith that has shaped an entire civilization for over two millennia.
Shinto, "the way of the gods," represents one of the world's oldest continuous religious traditions—a unique spiritual path that sees the sacred in nature, honors ancestral spirits, and celebrates the divine presence in everyday life. This illuminating journey through Shinto's rich history reveals how an ancient animistic faith evolved to become the spiritual foundation of Japanese culture, surviving Buddhism's arrival, weathering political upheavals, and adapting to the modern world.
This accessible exploration reveals Shinto not merely as a religion, but as a living worldview that emphasizes purity, gratitude, and reverence for the natural world. Through engaging storytelling and cultural insight, discover how this indigenous faith helped forge Japanese identity while offering timeless wisdom about humanity's relationship with nature and the sacred.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherAshleigh Robertson
Release dateSep 24, 2025
ISBN9798318499241
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