4 Major Religions Of East Asia
Published on Nov 18, 2015
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SHINTOISM
- native religion in Japan with its roots stretching back to 500 B.C.
- poly-theistic one venerating almost any natural objects
- They believe in kami or supreme beings that influence the world
- No known founder
BUDDHISUM
- They show a great respect for the Buddha's teachings
- There is no Almighty god to worship
- New life in the rebirth cycle is dictated by the karma in a past life
- The Buddha
TAOISM
- Is the way of acting in your role in life
- Everyone has their own destiny
- They live by the three jewels: compassion, moderation and humility.
- Lao Tzu is still believed to be the founder
CONFUCIANISM
- “Ren” is the central ethical principle, love, mercy, and humanity.
- There are five cardinal relationships.
- Family comes before the individual
- The founder was Kong Qiu aka Confusious
SHINTOISM V. BUDDHISM
- They believe in rebirth
- They both are practiced in Japan
- Shinto believe in kami. Buddhism have no god
- Shintoism have certain rituals and Buddhsim don't
