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The Yengishiki Or Shinto Rituals

The Yengishiki Or Shinto Rituals

Horne, Charles F.

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Fiction AnthologiesJapanese HistoryShintoism

ISBN10: 1162848391
ISBN13: 9781162848396
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 26
Weight: 0.14
Height: 0.05 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
The Yengishiki Or Shinto Rituals is a book written by Charles F. Horne that provides a comprehensive description of the rituals and practices of Shintoism, the indigenous religion of Japan. The book is based on the Yengishiki, a document compiled in the 10th century that outlines the various ceremonies, prayers, and offerings performed in Shinto shrines.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to Shintoism, its history, and its role in Japanese society. It also discusses the various deities worshipped in Shintoism and their significance. The second part of the book delves into the specifics of Shinto rituals, including purification ceremonies, offerings to the gods, and festivals. The book also includes translations of several important Shinto texts, such as the Norito, which are recited during rituals.Overall, The Yengishiki Or Shinto Rituals is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about Shintoism and its practices. It provides a detailed and accessible overview of the religion and its rituals, making it an ideal reference for scholars, students, and practitioners alike.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Japan, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100111.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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