REL 133 Wk 5 Discussion – Sharing the Shinto Faith

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

This final week of the class is a journey into the religions of Japan, with a special focus on Shinto. Take a moment to review the materials about Shinto to prepare to respond to this scenario.

Imagine that you’re a Shinto practitioner and parent, writing a letter to your adult child who has left home for the first time. Include the following in your letter:

• Tell them about how concepts of your Shinto faith might fit into life.
• A description of Shinto’s creation myth and reference the basic tenets of Shinto.
• Include any relevant history about Shinto’s development in Japan, or details on common practices of Shinto today.

After your letter is complete, review the work of others in the classroom. Discuss what you learned about Shinto, or reflect upon what you learned from this course as a whole.

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.