4. Animism
What is it?
First form of religion ever
developed.
Polytheistic
Beliefs?
Believe that everything in nature
has a spirit.
Spirits exist in the elements
Beliefs differ among different
cultures
Worship the spirits of their
ancestors
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6. Shintoism
What is it?
Native religion of Japan
Polytheistic
Animistic
Where worshipped?
Japan
What is a Kami?
Nature spirits
7.
8. Practicing Shintoism
How is it Practiced?
Prayer at home altar or at shrines
Pray for safety, good health,
success
What is a torii?
Shinto shrine / gateway to kamis
(spirits)