What is another word for shintoism?

Pronunciation: [ʃˈɪntə͡ʊˌɪzəm] (IPA)

Shinto, also known as Shintoism, is an indigenous religion of Japan that dates back thousands of years. The term "shinto" is derived from the Japanese words "shin" meaning "sacred" and "to" meaning "way." This religion is characterized by a belief in kami, or spirits, that are present in nature and inanimate objects. Synonyms for Shintoism include Kami-no-michi, which means "Way of the Gods," and Shinto-Taoism, a term sometimes used to describe the blending of Shinto and Taoist beliefs in Japan. Additionally, some scholars use the term Shinto-Buddhism to refer to the syncretic blending of Shinto and Buddhist beliefs and practices.

Synonyms for Shintoism:

What are the hypernyms for Shintoism?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    animism, polytheism, folk religion, traditional religion, Japanese Folk Religion, Japanese Religion.

What are the hyponyms for Shintoism?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Shintoism

Hitherto Buddhism and shintoism have been the two forces that have preserved the religious faith of the people and kept their patriotism at white heat.
"The Critic in the Orient"
George Hamlin Fitch
In these houses offerings to the spirits of departed family ancestors are placed at intervals, this practice being very similar to the more ancient form of shintoism.
"The Khasis"
P. R. T. Gurdon
Confucianism and shintoism, which are ethical and ceremonial rather than doctrinal, have been in the past to some extent a law to the governments of China and Japan, or more accurately an aspect of those governments.
"Hinduism and Buddhism, Vol I. (of 3) An Historical Sketch"
Charles Eliot

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