The history of the temple that has changed
A Japanese temple known not only for prayers and ceremonial occasions, but also as an event venue and tourist spot.
This time we will look at the history of the temple.
▼ The history of temples that changes with the times
The introduction of Buddhism and Buddhism, which originated in ancient India, can be said to be the introduction of temples at the same time.
We will touch on the history of Japanese temples.
■ The origin of the temple is the spiritual shrine of the monks
The origin of the temple is the spirit house where ancient Indian monks gathered.
Here they were learning Buddhism and meditating.
Buddhism was introduced to Japan in the latter half of the 6th century.
Originally, Buddhist temples had a strong color of pagoda facilities, but by the time they were transmitted, the Buddhist temple that houses the Buddhist statues has shifted to the center.
■ Crisis situation due to Buddhism and leaving temples
In the Meiji era, due to the influence of Shinto becoming a national religion, Buddhism and temples were separated, leading to a crisis situation.
Some of you may know the historical event of Haibutsu Kishaku.
Japan had a religious system that fused Shinto, which worships the indigenous god, with traditional Buddhism.
It is called Shinbutsu Shugo, but it collapsed due to the Haibutsu Kishaku movement, and temples and other places were destroyed one after another.
■ Japanese temples rooted in people's lives
It can be said that modern temples are rooted in people's lives.
As I mentioned earlier, it is known not only as a ceremonial occasion but also as a tourist spot, and there are an endless number of visitors from afar.
▼ Summary
Japanese temples have encountered various events in the course of history.
It can be said that the historic temple has survived the crisis.
Kiyama Temple, a religious corporation, is one of them, and the fact that it has a torii gate is a remnant of Shinbutsu Shugo.
Why don't you visit once?
You will surely be able to experience the breath of history.
