Shinto
Presents the fundamental concepts and traditions of Shinto and provides information on its history, worship of "Kami"--"way of the gods," its rituals and festivals that preach harmony and tolerance with nature and people, and its concern with achieving happiness in this life.
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Contents
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Introduction
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2 |
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Sacred Sound
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23 |
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Sacred Story
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37 |
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Sacred Action
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55 |
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Sacred Space
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73 |
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From the Shinto Tradition
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91 |
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Sacred Time
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92 |
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Sacred Ruler
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111 |
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Chronology Timeline
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146 |
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Notes
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151 |
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Glossary
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159 |
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Further ReadingWebsites
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168 |
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Picture Credits
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177 |
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Contributors
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178 |
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