Shinto

Definition of Shinto as it relates to Religions, Atheism

Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion focusing on the spiritual and divine aspects of the world, venerating kami, or spirits, embodied in various natural phenomena and revered deities. It emphasizes harmony with nature and personal growth through rituals, purification rites, and moral conduct, fostering a deep sense of respect for all living beings and the environment. Shinto is polytheistic, animistic, and non-dogmatic, allowing for individual interpretation and syncretism with other beliefs. It has no concept of atheism, as it acknowledges the existence of spiritual entities that influence human lives and the world around them.

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