Publisher's Synopsis
""Religions of Japan From the Dawn of History to the Era of Meiji"" is a comprehensive book written by William Elliot Griffis that explores the religious beliefs and practices of Japan from ancient times to the Meiji period. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the various religions that have shaped Japanese culture, including Shintoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Christianity. Griffis delves into the origins of these religions, their evolution over time, and their impact on Japanese society and culture. He examines the role of religion in shaping Japanese art, literature, and philosophy, and how it has influenced the country's political and social structures. The book also looks at the ways in which Japanese religious practices have been adapted and transformed over time, including the influence of Western ideas and the impact of Japan's modernization during the Meiji era. Overall, ""Religions of Japan From the Dawn of History to the Era of Meiji"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the religious traditions of Japan and their significance in shaping the country's unique culture and identity.1907. This book makes no pretense of furnishing a mirror of contemporary Japanese religion. Since 1868, Japan has been breaking the chains of her intellectual bondage to China and India, and the end is not yet. The author's purpose has been, not to take a snapshot photograph, but to paint a picture of the past. It is something like this - �������to the era of Meiji (AD 1868 - 1894+) which Griffis has essayed. Hence he is perfectly willing to accept, in advance, the verdict of smart inventors who are all ready to patent a brand new religion for Japan, that this presentation is antiquated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
