Shinto is Japan’s oldest religion. It means: “the way of the gods”. Buddha was later introduced in 1549. The Japanese accepted Buddhism because it didn’t replace Shinto. Shinto is about life in this world and Buddhism is about what happens when people die. The Japanese allowed this because the two religions connected, one about life and one about death. Sometimes Buddhist shrines were built near Shinto shrines.
Shinto
This religion teaches that kami meaning guardian gods or spirits are everywhere, in trees, mountains, etc. So natural beings should be respected. Worshiping guardian gods and spirits, you have to live in peace. There are simple rituals like cleansing people and their belongings that are impure. There is not exactly any sin in Shinto. If you’re ill or mourning that’s an impurity.
At first the religion Shinto, didn't have a place of worship because many people worshiped in nature to things that were special to them. Places like these were marked by a straw ropes supported with a paper strips.
Shinto didn't worship statues so they were not found in shrines. If you visit the shrine you’re either asking for help at a difficult time or celebrating the New Year. Coins, drink, food, a dance or a sumo contest were ways of worshiping. Rituals were at the front of a shrine too, by washing your mouth and hands because cleanliness is important in Shinto religion.
This religion teaches that kami meaning guardian gods or spirits are everywhere, in trees, mountains, etc. So natural beings should be respected. Worshiping guardian gods and spirits, you have to live in peace. There are simple rituals like cleansing people and their belongings that are impure. There is not exactly any sin in Shinto. If you’re ill or mourning that’s an impurity.
At first the religion Shinto, didn't have a place of worship because many people worshiped in nature to things that were special to them. Places like these were marked by a straw ropes supported with a paper strips.
Shinto didn't worship statues so they were not found in shrines. If you visit the shrine you’re either asking for help at a difficult time or celebrating the New Year. Coins, drink, food, a dance or a sumo contest were ways of worshiping. Rituals were at the front of a shrine too, by washing your mouth and hands because cleanliness is important in Shinto religion.
Buddhism
Not only is Buddhism religion but also a Philosophy. Buddhism is based on the teachings of Buddha which means Enlightened One. The teachings need: trust, confidence and belief that the teachings will lead to salvation and spiritually. Buddhism believes in reincarnation, if you live a good life you might avoid being born again. So if there was pain and suffering in that life you wouldn’t have to experience it.
The place of worship for Buddhism is in a temple.
Not only is Buddhism religion but also a Philosophy. Buddhism is based on the teachings of Buddha which means Enlightened One. The teachings need: trust, confidence and belief that the teachings will lead to salvation and spiritually. Buddhism believes in reincarnation, if you live a good life you might avoid being born again. So if there was pain and suffering in that life you wouldn’t have to experience it.
The place of worship for Buddhism is in a temple.
Zen
This type of Buddhism was introduced in the medieval period. Samurai warriors had picked it up. Zen teaches the way to inner peace by meditating and self-control. A samurai would often prepare for a fight by meditating. Zen Buddhism brought meditation gardens and tea ceremonies in Japan.
This type of Buddhism was introduced in the medieval period. Samurai warriors had picked it up. Zen teaches the way to inner peace by meditating and self-control. A samurai would often prepare for a fight by meditating. Zen Buddhism brought meditation gardens and tea ceremonies in Japan.