Shinto is an ancient Japanese religion that started around 500 BCE or earlier. Which of these is true about the Shinto religion?

A.
It is the official religion of Japan today.
B.
It is no longer important to Japanese culture.
C.
It includes worship of nature spirits.
D.
It shares sacred texts with Hinduism

1 answer

The correct statement about the Shinto religion is:

C. It includes worship of nature spirits.

Shinto involves the veneration of kami, which are spirits associated with natural elements and phenomena, as well as ancestors and deities. The other statements are inaccurate as follows:

A. While Shinto is one of the major religions in Japan, it is not considered the official religion of Japan. B. Shinto remains an important part of Japanese culture and practices. D. Shinto does not share sacred texts with Hinduism; they have distinct belief systems and texts.