As always, I do 15mins writing challenge! (check notebook "1st Topic: Journaling"! )
Todays topic is Shrine. I uploaded the pictures which I took when I visited Tarumi Shrine in Suita city, Osaka for praying my son's safe birth and getting Shinsui(神水), Water given by gods. If you are interested in Japanese culture, check them!
Shrine is the place where gods are enshrined. In Japan, it is believed that the gods exist in all things in nature. They are called Yaoyorozu no kami(八百万の神). Depending on each shrine, enshrined gods and the number are different but it is possible that same gods are enshrined at different places. What gods are enshrined depends on the culture or history of the region.
Shrine are often surrounded by woods. The forest is called Chinju no mori (鎮守の森). Chinju means the gods protected the region. This forest has been believed to have the spiritual power but also it has the actual power which is supported by scientific evidence. In the fact, there are many examples that the forests save the life or protect the land in the disaster. So I strongly recommend you to feel the forest power when you visit Japan.
It is time to stop writing! I am sorry I was not able to tell more about Shrine.
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