Nature of In Shinto it is commonly said that �man is kami 's child.� First, this means that a person .... shinto develop

Nature of In Shinto it is commonly said that man is kami 's child. Second, it means that daily life is made possible by kami, and, accordingly, the personality and life of people are worthy of respect. Shinto does not have the concept of the last day: there is no end of the world or of history. Modern Shintoists interpret this edict as revealing the eternal development of history as well as the eternity of the dynasty. In order to participate directly in the eternal development of the world, it is required of Shintoists to live fully each moment of life, making it as worthy as possible. The General Principles of Shinto Life proclaimed by the Association of Shinto Shrines in 1956 has the following article: In accordance with the Emperor's will, let us be harmonious and peaceful, and pray for the nation's development as well as the world's co-prosperity. shinto develop