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Amaterasu (Omikami)In Shinto, the sun goddess from whom the Japanese royal family traditionally claims descent. She was given domain over heaven while her brother, the storm god Susanoo, was set to rule over the sea. The two produced children together, but Susanoo began to behave rudely and destructively, and Amaterasu withdrew in protest into a cave, plunging the world into darkness. She was lured out by the other gods and goddesses, and a rope was placed over its entrance to prevent her return. Her chief place of worship is the Grand Shrine of Ise, Shinto's most important shrine. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | It was supposedly first performed by the divine imperial ancestor, the sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami. Under Shinto doctrine, the Emperor governed by divine right through his direct descent from the Sun goddess Amaterasu Omikami. |
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