Question
In what way is the Shinto religion different from Japanese Buddhism?
A.
Shinto followers do not perform religious ceremonies.
B.
Shinto followers worship several gods.
C.
Shinto followers believe in one divine power.
D.
Shinto followers do not build shrines.
A.
Shinto followers do not perform religious ceremonies.
B.
Shinto followers worship several gods.
C.
Shinto followers believe in one divine power.
D.
Shinto followers do not build shrines.
Answers
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The correct answer is **B. Shinto followers worship several gods.**
Shinto is characterized by the worship of multiple kami (gods or spirits), whereas Buddhism, which was introduced to Japan from China and Korea, does not focus on the worship of gods in the same way and instead emphasizes personal enlightenment and the Four Noble Truths.
Shinto is characterized by the worship of multiple kami (gods or spirits), whereas Buddhism, which was introduced to Japan from China and Korea, does not focus on the worship of gods in the same way and instead emphasizes personal enlightenment and the Four Noble Truths.