Religion and Philosophy

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The term kamikaze literally means _____. A) ten thousand years B) Divine Wind C) sect Shinto ... Started by jazziefee	1 Replies 96 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by kjohnson
Japan's postwar constitution: A) made Buddhism illegal. B) made Shinto the state religion. C) ... Started by Charlie	1 Replies 112 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by mbcrismon
Despite rising secularization since World War II, Japan remains the most: A) successful country ... Started by shofmannx20	1 Replies 73 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by brittrenee
Which of the following statements is true of the kami? A) They are identified with natural ... Started by acc299	1 Replies 64 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by sokh
The kami are: A) all-knowing deities. B) identified with places. C) identified exclusively ... Started by TVarnum	1 Replies 115 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by chjcharjto14
In general, Shinto ethics are based on: A) a set of commands. B) virtues that tell one how to ... Started by jerry coleman	1 Replies 80 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by Fayaz00962
The kami don't serve as moral examples because: A) they aren't always perfect. B) they are not ... Started by crobinson2013	1 Replies 122 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by ms_sulzle
What is one reason why Shinto ethics avoid absolute moral rules? A) It has its base in the ... Started by dollx	3 Replies 139 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by dpost18
The kami particularly dislike: A) oil. B) incense sticks. C) blood. D) ... Started by Pea0909berry	1 Replies 86 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by jamesnevil303
The overall aims of Shinto ethics are to: A) promote harmony and purity in all spheres. B) ... Started by tatyanajohnson	1 Replies 119 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by yasmina
A difference between a Shinto shrine and a Buddhist temple is that: A) the latter has a torii ... Started by jessicacav	1 Replies 125 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by LP
The main sanctuary building of a Shinto shrine is called the _____. A) torii B) honden C) ... Started by Pea0909berry	1 Replies 98 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by mcarey591
The Shinto main sanctuary buildings are traditionally built from: A) stone. B) wood. C) cane. ... Started by Medesa	1 Replies 45 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by stallen
Which of the following is one of the brief actions involved in summoning a kami? A) Blowing a ... Started by asmith134	1 Replies 46 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by mammy1697
Most Shinto priests: A) are females. B) are volunteers. C) are not graduates of a university ... Started by mcmcdaniel	1 Replies 62 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by LVPMS
The Shinto priesthood exists mainly to _____. A) oversee the politics of Japan B) perform ... Started by ashley	3 Replies 44 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by dajones82
In Shinto shrines, priests are assisted by a team of shrine maidens called _____. A) miko B) ... Started by vicky	1 Replies 84 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by bobsmith
Lisa Kuly says that a contemporary miko is typically: A) a widow. B) the wife of a Shinto ... Started by ishan	1 Replies 168 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by shaquita
The ritual involving emas in Shinto religion is understood today more as _____ than as praying. ... Started by LCritchfi	1 Replies 60 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by ngr69
How do worshipers typically obtain an omikuji at a Shinto shrine? A) By ringing the holy bell ... Started by waynest	1 Replies 100 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by abctaiwan
Fortunes on preprinted slips of paper are referred to as _____ in Shinto religion. A) emas B) ... Started by rayancarla1	1 Replies 95 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by spencer.martell
_________, the way of the gods, is an indigenous religion with its origins in ancient times. A) ... Started by cherise1989	1 Replies 154 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by scrocafella
_________ are spirits, deities, or essences found in both animate and inanimate objects. A) Mikos ... Started by silviawilliams41	1 Replies 123 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by 14vl19
The _________ of Futami, Japan, celebrate the marriage of male and female. A) Wedded Rocks B) ... Started by cartlidgeashley	3 Replies 136 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by todom5090
As the Japanese became more accustomed to integrating Shinto and Buddhism, they accepted that the ... Started by gonzo233	1 Replies 114 Views	Jul 17, 2018 by gasdhashg