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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Torii.svg
The Shinto symbol is called "Torii". It is called the Torii because in past, people believed that birds would carry the dead, and so, Torii would be their resting place.
Tori= Bird
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Thus being "Torii"
http://www.shinmei.or.jp/en/imageszu-toriiEN.gif
There are also many different kinds of Torii, because in general it is a gate; or resting place for the birds.
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What dose Shinto mean?
Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion.
What does the symbol Shinto represent?
cause when shintos it looks lkike s house
What is Izanami's symbol?
There does not seem to be a specific symbol associated with Izanami. Izanami is a goddess of the Shinto religion, and she represents creation and death.
Is the Shinto a religious symbol?
Shinto is not a religious symbol. It is a complex Japanese veneration and honor system for their deceased ancestors. Shinto has no founders, no collection of canon of sacred text making up scriptures, and no agreed or fixed system of doctrine. It is often viewed as the way in which society is bound together in common values and attitudes.
Why is the Shinto symbol always red?
The Shinto symbol, often seen in the form of torii gates, is typically painted red to symbolize purification and protection against evil spirits. Red is considered a powerful color in Japanese culture, embodying vitality and life, which aligns with Shinto's reverence for nature and the kami (spirits). Additionally, the bright hue serves to visually stand out against the natural surroundings, marking sacred spaces.
Which mountain in japan is regarded scared in natioo religionnal shuit?
Do you mean Shinto? If so its Mt. Miwa because it has one of the earliest Shinto Shrines.
Who found Shinto'?
Yoshida Shinto
What does Amaterasu mean?
Amaterasu is one of the principle deities of Shinto. She is a sun goddess.
What is the religion of Shinto?
Shinto is in Japan
Is mount fuji in japan is regarded sacred in the national Shinto religion?
Yes, Mount Fuji is regarded as sacred in Japan's Shinto religion. It is considered a symbol of beauty and spirituality, and many Shinto shrines are located around its base. The mountain is often associated with various deities and is a popular pilgrimage site, reflecting its deep cultural and religious significance in Japanese society.
Is the ying yang or a Shinto religious symbol?
its known as YIN YANG not ying yang originated in china not affiliated to any specific religious group
Where was Shinto started?
Shinto was originated in Japan.
