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What is the Torii Gate's significance in Shintoism?
It represents the transition between the world of humans and the world of the gods and goddesses.
What does the name 'Shinto' mean?
The kami way
Which texts are considered as sacred scriptures on Shinto?
Kojiki and Nihongi
What do kami refer to in Shintoism?
Spiritual beings belonging to nature that animate everything in the world
What does the Torii Gate signify for visitors?
The sacredness of the location
What is the main theme of Kojiki and Nihongi?
Japanese mythology and imperial lineage
Explore the significance of the Torii Gate and the belief in kami in Shintoism. Understand how the gate represents the transition between the human world and the world of the divine, preparing visitors for spiritual interaction.
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