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Japan Religion Events

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Jingū-ji japan_religion.1 · dlc018

At shrine temples, it is common for Buddhist monks to perform rituals alongside Shinto practices. With the separation of Buddhism from Shinto, the role of these monks is being called into question.

"What is the purpose of these rituals? To guide the kami to enlightenment? To improve their karma? The implication is clearly that, rather than being worthy of worship, they are lost beings in need of guidance. We will no longer abide such implications!"

Demand the monks convert and become Shinto priests. Forced Monks to Convert: -3 Interest Group Approval

Strip the monks of their titles. Monks Stripped of Titles: -10% Political Strength of Clergymen Monks Stripped of Titles: -2 Interest Group Approval

Leave the monks to their duties. Monks Left to Their Duties: +1 Interest Group Approval

Honji Suijaku japan_religion.2 · dlc018

It is a well-established idea that Buddhas revealed themselves in Japan as kami, reflected in terminology such as Gongen, which considers them two parts of the same entity. Such terminology reinforces Buddhism's influence.

"It must have made sense, once. Amaterasu is the sun. Dainichi Nyorai, Vairocana, is the sun. However, the sun is not divided, nor is it a reflection or manifestation of the light of another. She shines alone and under her own power. And today, … has room for only one sun."

Ban the concept of Gongen. Banned Syncretic Terminology: -2 Interest Group Approval

Ban referring to Hachiman as a Boddhisattva. Banned Syncretic Terminology: -2 Interest Group Approval

Abstain from regulating the terminology. Retained Syncretic Terminology: +1 Interest Group Approval

It Tolls for Thee japan_religion.3 · dlc018

The attempt to oust Buddhism's influence has mobilized general anti-Buddhist sentiment. Temple properties are being seized and damaged, with some being destroyed outright, while others are being stripped of Buddhist iconography.

Approaching the shrine, he stopped in his tracks. The two Niō, powerful Buddha statues which had stood guard outside the entrance, had been removed. In their place was nothing. As he passed inside, he couldn't shake the feeling that for all its purity, the shrine was no longer as safe as it had once been. An unguarded gate.

Smelt the temple bells for cannons! Smelted Temple Bells: +10 ……… Sell Orders Smelted Temple Bells: -3 Interest Group Approval

Destroy or remove Buddha statues from the temples. Removed Buddha Statues: -10 Prestige Removed Buddha Statues: -2 Interest Group Approval

Leave the temples untouched. Retained Buddhist Iconography: +1 Interest Group Approval

The Bureau of Shinto Affairs japan_religion.4 · dlc018

Efforts to standardize Shinto practices and ensure that state kami are a part of local rituals have been met with opposition from local monks and shrine priests, who consider these teachings a break with tradition.

"Shinto is not simply about continuing existing rituals and practices as they might exist at shrines around the nation, confused and contaminated by external influences. The traditions of the Imperial house, descendants of heaven, must be taught across … to return Shinto to its pure form."

Enforce the state interpretations. Standardized Priest Training: +15% …Authority Standardized Priest Training: -2 Interest Group Approval

Local priests know best what suits local rituals. Deferred to Local Priests: +25% Political Strength of Clergymen

Confucianism and Shinto japan_religion.5 · dlc018

In the process of separating Buddhism and Shinto, Confucianism's role has been questioned. Many scholars consider the philosophy highly compatible with Shinto, while others dismiss it as another foreign influence.

"Confucianism may have arrived through similar channels as Buddhism, but there is no contradiction between this philosophy and the worship of kami. Rather, the two reinforce each other, encompassing the same principles of heaven and earth, ruler and subject."

Confucianism is an important complement to Shinto.

We must restore Shinto to its ancient traditions. Fukko Shintō: +20 Country Fervor Target Japanese, +25% Conversion

Christianity in the Open Country japan_religion.6 · dlc018

Although … has opened to foreigners, religion remains regulated. Christian countries may view the free import of their faith as equally important as the import of their goods.

"Christianity most loves its followers in death, a death for faith above all. Every missionary put to the cross or the fire becomes the next chapter in a story that started with a man on a cross. Perhaps it is time we stop giving them martyrs?"

Missionaries must be allowed to preach their faith. Permitted Christianity: +2 State Catholic Standard Of Living, +2 State Protestant Standard Of Living, +2 State Orthodox Standard Of Living, +2 State Oriental Orthodox Standard Of Living

It may be practiced, but it should not be spread. Permitted Christianity: +2 State Catholic Standard Of Living, +2 State Protestant Standard Of Living, +2 State Orthodox Standard Of Living, +2 State Oriental Orthodox Standard Of Living

Christianity was and remains a foreign threat. Christianity Disallowed: +2 Interest Group Approval

Lineages of Thought japan_religion.7 · dlc018

… has a long tradition of different schools of Buddhism, many of which still wield influence today. With the … gaining in political power, one school stands out.

"New schools of Buddhism have arisen in … over centuries. There is no reason to think one would stamp out the others. However, the current moment requires leadership and political direction, and it is likely that some will seize it more than others."

The Pure Land School. Pure Land School: +10% University building Throughput

The Zen School. Zen School: +20% Enactment Speed

The Nichiren School.

The Shingon School. Shingon School: +2 Standard of Living for Clergymen

Words of the Buddha japan_religion.8 · dlc018

With … being opened to the world, Buddhist scholars have shown interest in translating more foreign texts to incorporate their ideas in modern Buddhism.

"We should not let orthodoxies developed through isolation hold us back, nor should we fear finding the truth in unexpected places. The teachings of the Buddha took a long road to reach us. Studying where they have passed, as well as where they might go, can only bring us further insight."

Sanskrit and Pali texts, the roots of Buddhism.

Chinese texts, closest to our own schools of thought.

Works of European philosophy for comparative study.

Warrior Monks japan_religion.9 · dlc018

The ongoing war effort has led to debates among the … about the role of Buddhism in supporting the country during a violent conflict.

"The monks of old did not hesitate to defend their temples. Should we hesitate to defend our nation? A life should not be taken lightly, but would the … state pursue a war that would not lead to a longer peace, that would not save more lives than it takes?"

Force is necessary to establish lasting peace. Buddhism at War: -5% War Exhaustion from Casualties, +20% Conversion

Non-violence above all. Peaceful Buddhism: +25 Trade Advantage with Co-Religionists

Yōshoku japan_religion.10

Since the end of Sakoku, meat-oriented restaurants have become increasingly common in port cities to cater to foreigners. This has called into question the standing ban on meat-eating in ….

"Excuse me, but beef is certainly a most delicious thing, isn’t it? Once you get accustomed to its taste, you can never go back to deer or wild boar again. I wonder why we in Japan haven’t eaten such a clean thing before?" —Kanagaki Robun, The Beefeater

We must lift this ban, for nutrition and culinary expansion!

We will not let this barbarian practice take hold! Maintained Meat Ban: +20 Country Fervor Target Japanese Maintained Meat Ban: +2 Interest Group Approval

The Way of the Kami japan_religion.11

The separation of Shinto and Buddhist practices has been a success. The influence of the old religious institutions is waning and a new era of devotion to the gods, the emperor and … dawns.

"… is home to many faiths, many rituals. Some old, some new. Our goal has not been to stamp out some in favor of others. It has been to draw a line between dearly held beliefs and unquestionable truths."

Divinity is absolute. Arahitogami: +20% …Authority, +5 Legitimacy

The Middle Way japan_religion.12

After navigating a tumultuous time of upheaval for …, the … have managed to reassert themselves as the country's religious authority and strengthened their ties to the ….

"Men talk of the Gods' Way. If there be such, 'Tis not for men to tread it; none but gods Can tread the holy pathway of the gods". —Hagura Toman

The path is clear. Extended Danka System: -20% …Bureaucracy Population Cost Multiplier, +15% Taxation Capacity

Taikyō Proclamation japan_religion.13

The Proclamation of the Great Doctrine, declaring worship of the kami and reverence for the divine Emperor as principles of the … state and the duty of its citizens.

"Respect for the kami and love of our country are inextricably linked; they are the first teaching. The Principles of Heaven and the Way of Man are inextricably linked; they are the second teaching. Reverence for the Emperor and obedience to the will of the court are inextricably linked; they are the third teaching."

They must be heard throughout the country!

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