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[しん()·とう()]
shintou
noun

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[しん()·どう()]
shindou

English Meaning(s) for 神道

noun
  1. Shinto; Shintoism

Meanings for each kanji in 神道

» gods; mind; soul
» road-way; street; district; journey; course; moral; teachings

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Sample Sentences for 神道

If someone wants the ceremony to be held in accordance with Japanese Shinto ritual, then that is possible at this church.
All natural objects and phenomena used to be considered as having kami, so the gods of Shinto were uncountably numerous.
"What is she saying?" "You don't even know 'norito'?" "Norito?" "It's something like a Shinto spell."
That's because Shintoism and Buddhism are practiced in their daily customs instead of as their religion.
The most important Shinto event takes place in the New Year, when millions of people visit shrines to pray for happiness and a healthy year.

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