Shinto Study Guide/Review

The term “Shinto” translates to:

How old is the Shinto religion?

Where did it originate?

Who founded it?

What are the holy books of Shinto?

Is Shinto a monotheistic, non-theistic or polytheistic religion?

True or False: Shinto priests take vows of celibacy, do not marry or have children

True or False: Shinto can be considered a “nature” religion

True or False: Shinto is an “ethnic” religion

What does “ethnic religion” imply/mean? ________________________________

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What are three different kinds of Shinto?

1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________

During what time frame (years) was State Shinto most prevalent? ___________________

Where is the most important Shinto shrine and to which deity is it dedicated?

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Identify these terms:

Kami

Izanagi and Izanami

Amaterasu

Ise

Torii