Publisher's Synopsis
Occult Japan or The Way of the Gods: An Esoteric Study of Japanese Personality and Possession is a book written by Percival Lowell that delves into the esoteric and mystical aspects of Japanese culture. The author explores the concept of possession and how it is viewed in Japanese society, as well as the role of religion and spirituality in shaping the Japanese personality. Lowell draws on his own experiences living in Japan and his extensive research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the occult practices and beliefs that are still prevalent in modern-day Japan. The book covers topics such as shamanism, divination, and the use of amulets and talismans, as well as the influence of Buddhism and Shintoism on Japanese spirituality. Occult Japan or The Way of the Gods is a fascinating exploration of the hidden world of Japanese mysticism and a must-read for anyone interested in the occult or Japanese culture.1894. The manifestations of which this book treats were witnessed by the writer in 1891 and 1893. Since then the miracles, he learns, have become one of the sights that visitors are taken to see, and on the 15th of April and of September the grounds of his friend, the high priest at Kanda, show many a tourist from the other side of the world amid the devout crowds about the sacred bed of coals. The illustrations are from photographs by the writer, taken at the time. Contents: Ontake; Shinto; Miracles; Incarnations; Pilgrimages and the Pilgrim Clubs; Gohei; Shrines of Ise; Noumena: Self; Selfhood; Possession; Will; Self as Ideas; Ideas a Mode of Motion; Ideas a Force; Individuality; Japanese Character; Dreams; Hypnotic and Possession Trances; Shinto Gods.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
