Mini-Quiz: Are You a True Shinto?

----------- Discover the fascinating world of Shinto Philosophy ()  with our engaging quiz! Dive into the heart of Japan’s indigenous spiritual tradition, where nature and spirituality intertwine to form a unique worldview. Explore how Shinto beliefs influence cultural practices and personal motivations in Japanese society. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the core principles that define Shinto, from its reverence for kami to its emphasis on purity and harmony. Test your knowledge and see how well you grasp the essence of this ancient yet enduring philosophy. Remember to read the explanations provided at the bottom of the quiz to expand your knowledge. Answer all the questions, choosing one answer for each. 1. In Shinto, what is a kami?  (A) A type of temple  (B) A sacred text  (C) A spiritual being or deity 2. What is the role of Izanagi and Izanami in the Shinto religion?  (A) Messengers of the gods  (B) Guardians of the underworld  (C) Creators of the universe 3. One tenet of Shinto emphasizes which type of morality?  (A) Group morality over individual morality  (B) Neither; it focuses on ritual purity  (C) Individual morality over group morality 4. One recognizable symbol in Shinto is the Torii. What is a Torii?  (A) A sacred tree  (B) An altar for offerings  (C) A gateway marking sacred ground 5. Why are “Kojiki” and “Nihon Shoki” important texts in the Shinto faith?  (A) They contain Buddhist teachings  (B) They document historical events only  (C) They record myths about creation and kami 6. Amaterasu is one of the most important deities in Shinto. Of what is she the goddess?  (A) The sea  (B) The moon  (C) The sun The correct answers are those that correspond to the letter C. Count the number of times you picked answer C and view your profile below. 0: Shinto is not your thing! 1-2: You are a quite misinformed Shinto 3-4: You are an evolving Shinto 5-6: You are a true expert on Shinto!