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Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 171
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Occult Japan is an esoteric study of Japanese personality and possession based on Japan's indigenous religion, Shinto, and other aspects of Japanese culture, history and heritage. Shinto, also known as "The Way of the Gods," revolves around the kami ("gods" or "spirits"), supernatural entities believed to inhabit all things. The kami are worshiped at kamidana household shrines, family shrines, and public shrines. The study offers exhaustive observations and academic discussions of various aspects of Japanese life, including language, religious practices, economics, travels in Japan, and the development of personality.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 171
Book Description
Occult Japan is an esoteric study of Japanese personality and possession based on Japan's indigenous religion, Shinto, and other aspects of Japanese culture, history and heritage. Shinto, also known as "The Way of the Gods," revolves around the kami ("gods" or "spirits"), supernatural entities believed to inhabit all things. The kami are worshiped at kamidana household shrines, family shrines, and public shrines. The study offers exhaustive observations and academic discussions of various aspects of Japanese life, including language, religious practices, economics, travels in Japan, and the development of personality.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: ISBN: 9781294045953 Category : Languages : en Pages : 410
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Occult Japan: Or, The Way Of The Gods; An Esoteric Study Of Japanese Personality And Possession Percival Lowell Houghton, Mifflin and company, 1894 Cults; Cultus; Demoniac possession; Japan; National characteristics, Japanese; Shinto
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 406
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Occult Japan: Or, The Way of the Gods: An Esoteric Study of Japanese Personality and Possession by Percival Lowell, first published in 1895, is a rare manuscript, the original residing in one of the great libraries of the world. This book is a reproduction of that original, which has been scanned and cleaned by state-of-the-art publishing tools for better readability and enhanced appreciation. Restoration Editors' mission is to bring long out of print manuscripts back to life. Some smudges, annotations or unclear text may still exist, due to permanent damage to the original work. We believe the literary significance of the text justifies offering this reproduction, allowing a new generation to appreciate it.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 398
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"Shinto, or The Way of the Gods, is the oldest religious faith of the Japanese people. Based on the aboriginal worship of nature and ancestors, it is a religion of innumberable deities and rituals." " Percival Lowell... drew these descriptions from his own observations and experiences during his travels throughout Japan at the end of the nineteenth century." -- Cover description.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: Saerchinger Press ISBN: 1445574551 Category : Languages : en Pages : 390
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Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Body, Mind & Spirit Languages : en Pages : 173
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Percival Lowell's 'Occult Japan: The Way of the Gods' is a fascinating exploration of Japanese folklore, spirituality, and the supernatural. Lowell delves into the esoteric traditions and mysterious practices that have shaped Japan's cultural landscape, offering readers a deep insight into the country's spiritual beliefs and rituals. Written in a detailed and scholarly style, the book provides a comprehensive overview of ancient Japanese mysticism and the ways in which it continues to influence contemporary society. Lowell's keen analysis and engaging narrative style make 'Occult Japan' a compelling read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, mythology, and the supernatural in Japanese culture. As one of the foremost experts on Japanese antiquities and folklore, Lowell's unique perspective and insightful observations shed light on the hidden aspects of Japanese spirituality that are often overlooked by Western scholars. Readers seeking a deeper understanding of Japan's rich spiritual heritage will find 'Occult Japan: The Way of the Gods' to be a valuable and enlightening resource.
Author: Percival Lowell Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 170
Book Description
Occult Japan is an esoteric study of Japanese personality and possession based on Japan's indigenous religion, Shinto, and other aspects of Japanese culture, history and heritage. Shinto, also known as "The Way of the Gods," revolves around the kami ("gods" or "spirits"), supernatural entities believed to inhabit all things. The kami are worshiped at kamidana household shrines, family shrines, and public shrines. The study offers exhaustive observations and academic discussions of various aspects of Japanese life, including language, religious practices, economics, travels in Japan, and the development of personality.
Author: Percival Lowell
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Author: Percival Lowell
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Author: Percival Lowell
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