JapanSocial contextThis paper examines how religious identity is associated with religious behavior in Japan. Prior research suggests that ritual practices rather than doctrines and theology are more important for Japanese religiousness. While many studies discuss various ritual behaviors in Japan, few ...
most of her siblings know, as does her biological mom, however they’ve all agreed to keep it quiet. Adopted and raised by her grandmother, a religious woman now in her mid
Art development saw a surge, withUkiyo-e printsandKabuki theaterbecoming popular forms of entertainment. These were reflections of the period's tastes and values, largely free from foreign intervention. Simultaneously, traditional religious practices, including Shinto and Buddhism, were preserved and adap...
Heian noblewomen's pilgrimage and addresses its gendered aspects, but fails fully to examine one of the most significant aspects of women's life, discontent, as a motivation for pilgrimages: "Liminal Journeys: Pilgrimages of Noblewomen in Mid-Heian Japan," Japanese Journal of Religious Studies ...
is taking shape. the o’connells are not religious, but eilish and her father have been setting up this little nativity scene together since she was a girl. “maybe people see me as a rule-breaker because they themselves feel like they have to follow rules, and here i am not doing it...
Turmeric gives curry powder its bright yellow color, but in addition to flavoring dishes, this spice has been used medicinally and in religious ceremonies for more than 4,000 years. Read More: The Truth About Turmeric: What Health Benefits Does It Really Have?January...
Sumo (相撲, sumō) is a Japanese style of wrestling and Japan's national sport. It originated inancient timesas a performance to entertain theShinto deities. Many rituals with religious background, such as the symbolic purification of the ring with salt, are still followed today. In line with...
The third key aspect of Furui’s literary works is the exploration of the religious spirit (宗教心), which, while less pronounced than his depiction of air raid experiences, remains a fundamental theme. In this context, the religious spirit is not centered on faith in a specific religion, se...
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What were the influences of China on the political and religious development of Japan during the first millennium CE? Which influence is considered to be the most important in shaping the culture of Japan? Explain if this influence had a positive or negat ...