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Historical See other Historical Articles Title: Hidden Christians’ Illicit Sacred Vase Brought to Light in Japan
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Ancient Origins
URL Source: https://www.ancient-origins.net/new ... logy/kakure-kirishitan-0018510
Published: May 28, 2023
Author: Nathan Falde
Post Date: 2023-05-28 02:52:14 by Charles_Byrd
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A centuries-old relic associated with ancient Christian practice in Japan is causing a stir in the Japanese media. The item is believed to be an artifact preserved by Japans kakure kirishitan or hidden Christians, practitioners of Catholicism who were forced to keep their activities a secret after Christianity was prohibited on the island by culturally repressive leaders in the early 17th century. Click for Full Text! Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread
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