Protection Without Punishment: Turning to Buddhist gods during Covid-19

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Article

Publication Date

6-25-2020

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7-10-2020

Abstract

This article compares past societal and government responses to pandemics to the contemporary response of the Japanese government and society amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The main comparison being analyzed in the article involves past and contemporary worship and prayer towards deities during pandemics. The idea of Japan as a secularized society is challenged. The role of different gods is detailed, particularly in how people expect them to protect during a pandemic.

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