Divinity and Royalty in the Writings of Motoori Norinaga

Authors

Chad Totty, University of Arkansas

Keywords

Japan, Shinto, national learning

Abstract

This paper concerns the kokugaku movement as seen through the philosophy of Motoori Norinaga. Specifically, it looks at Norinaga’s view of the divine and its connection to his philosophy regarding Japanese royalty, the emperor, and the imperial line. It will examine the qualities of Norinaga’s thought that linked his philosophy of the divine with his views of the emperor, served to formulate his world view, and his idea of Japan’s place in the world.

Recommended Citation

Totty, Chad (2016) "Divinity and Royalty in the Writings of Motoori Norinaga," The Ozark Historical Review: Vol. 45, Article 5.

Available at: https://scholarworks.uark.edu/ohr/vol45/iss1/5