Jis A Shintoism 1

JIS A – Shintoism 1 11/18/08

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What does the word Shinto mean? a. Buddhism b. The way of the Gods c. Ritual purification d. Worshipful clapping Which of the following may be kami (circle all that apply)? a. human beings b. birds c. animals d. trees e. plants f. mountains g. oceans Where do kami abide, and where are they worshipped? a. In the Imperial palace b. In statues c. In shrines d. In water basins What is the principle act performed at Shinto shrines by both worshippers and priests? _______________________________________________________________________________ How is external purification most commonly performed? a. by rinsing the mouth and hands with water b. by throwing salt c. by washing the feet d. by waving a wand How is internal purification normally performed? a. by rinsing the mouth and hands with water b. by throwing salt c. by washing the feet d. by waving a wand What is a matsuri? a. a festival where a kami is transported in a portable shrine b. a festival where beans are thrown at others c. a festival where fish are exchanged d. a festival where bamboo shoots are hung from door posts

True of False: There are malevolent kami as well as benign or beneficient kami. What idea is the most important guide to behavior in Shintoism? a. Sincerity b. Desire c. Humility d. Respect What does the word torii mean? a. Gateway b. Sun Goddess c. Purity d. Bird-perch True or False: The torii can be found at all Shinto shrines. What three items compose the sacred regalia? a. __________________________________ b. __________________________________ c. __________________________________ At which shrine does the bronze mirror reside? a. The Narita shrine b. The Ise shrine c. The Ebisu shrine d. The Asakusa shrine