Shinto Kami: Deities of Japanese Shinto (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781523652242)

The Shinto kami are the spirits or phenomena that are worshipped in the religion of Shinto. They are elements in nature, animals, creationary forces in the universe, as well as spirits of the revered deceased. Many Kami are considered the ancient ancestors of entire clans, and some ancestors became Kami upon their death if they were able to embody the values and virtues of Kami in life. Traditionally, great or charismatic leaders like the Emperor could be kami.

Author: Jess Hoda
ISBN-10: 1523652241
ISBN-13: 9781523652242
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 01/23/2016
Pages: 156
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.33d