The Shinto Cult: A Christian Study of the Ancient Religion of Japan

"The Shinto Cult: A Christian Study of the Ancient Religion of Japan" by Milton S. Terry is a study of the Shinto religion intended to explain the religion's beliefs, history, and traditions in Japan, with a focus on its connections to Christian ideas. Primarily written for a Christian audience, particularly missionaries in Japan, the book explores Shinto as an ancient, local religion deeply rooted in Japanese culture and ancestor worship, taking "Shinto," which means "the way of the gods." Beginning with Japan's geography, the book shows Shinto is a blend of spirituality and cultural practices and outlines the historical and geographic context necessary to understand Shinto's development and the Japanese view of the divine.