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The Rise of the Yamato Family and the Influence of Shinto and Prince Shotoku in Japan

Discover how the Yamato family rose to power in Japan and the role of Shinto, the ancient religion deeply rooted in nature and kami (spirits). Learn about Prince Shotoku, who ruled from 593 to 622 AD and significantly influenced Japanese culture by adopting ideas from China. His devotion to his faith and the spread of Buddhism reshaped Japanese philosophy, language, and religion. Explore his accomplishments, including architectural developments and government reforms, while understanding how these elements contributed to the rich tapestry of Japan's history.

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The Rise of the Yamato Family and the Influence of Shinto and Prince Shotoku in Japan

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  1. Warm-up #3 • Explain how the Yamoto family came to power in Japan. • What is Shinto? How might someone practice this faith?

  2. Vocabulary • Word: Shinto • Definition: the traditional religion of early Japan. Everything in natures has kami (spirits). Some help and protect people. Shintoists ask for the kami to bless them and worship them at shrines. • Example: My ancestors practiced shinto beliefs by worshiping many kami at special occasions.

  3. Prince Shotoku • Read the text on Prince Shotoku (you can also find info in the book on page 202-203). • Make an x-ray figure…Include brief descriptions of the following on your x-ray: • Name and years he ruled for the title. • Ideas he adopted from China by his head. • His faith/religion and how it spread by his heart. • Things he build by his hands. • How he changed government by his feet. • Decorate your x-ray figure to reflect his importance, accomplishments, culture and beliefs.

  4. Homework • Finish marking your text on the Prince Shotoku Reader.

  5. Review Questions • 1. Why was Prince Shotoku important? • 2. How did Chinese culture influence the language, philosophy, and religion of Japan? • 1. He admired the culture of China and sent scholars there to study and learn everything they could about it. • 2.Their knowledge shaped Japanese culture. • Language: the earliest Japanese writing used Chinese characters. • Philosophy: the ideas of the Chinese philosopher Confucius shaped Japanese beliefs about family. • Religion: Buddhism came to Japan from Korea and was adopted by Prince Shotoku.

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