"Kami" "Kami"
People who follow Shinto believe in the existence of kami, which are spirits or deities found in nature, objects, and ancestors. They emphasize the importance of rituals and practices to honor these kami, as well as maintaining a harmonious relationship with nature and the community. Shinto does not have a central scripture or dogma, allowing for a flexible and diverse expression of beliefs and practices. The focus is on purity, harmony, and the celebration of life’s moments through rituals and festivals.
There are presently around 4 million people who follow the belief of Shinto.
The Shinto pray to spirits or kami that act like gods.
A lot.
There are presently around 4 million people who follow the belief of Shinto.
yes but sometimes no
Shinto
The religion Shinto comes from Japan! It is thought to be old as Japan itself! There are no founders of Shinto! They believe in something called Kami!
Shinto has no writtings! Followers of Shinto believe in Kami! Kami (there equivalent to a god) are spirits that take the form of such things as rain, wind, rivers and mountains!
Shintoism is primarily practiced in Japan.
They believe in many Gods
Shinto is indeginous to Japan, therefore it has many believer's within Japan, but there are a select handful who follow this faith, living outside Japan.