Kojiki
Book • 1962
The Kojiki is the oldest extant chronicle in Japan, dating from the early 8th century.
It is a collection of myths, legends, and historical accounts relating to the origin of the Japanese archipelago, the kami (gods), and the Japanese imperial line.
Composed in Classical Chinese mixed with native Japanese elements, the Kojiki served to legitimize the Yamato dynasty and establish a cohesive national identity.
It begins with the creation of the world and the descent of the gods, chronicling their deeds and relationships.
The middle section details the early emperors, blending mythology with historical events.
The Kojiki concludes with the reign of Empress Suiko, providing a foundational narrative for Japanese culture and history.
It is a collection of myths, legends, and historical accounts relating to the origin of the Japanese archipelago, the kami (gods), and the Japanese imperial line.
Composed in Classical Chinese mixed with native Japanese elements, the Kojiki served to legitimize the Yamato dynasty and establish a cohesive national identity.
It begins with the creation of the world and the descent of the gods, chronicling their deeds and relationships.
The middle section details the early emperors, blending mythology with historical events.
The Kojiki concludes with the reign of Empress Suiko, providing a foundational narrative for Japanese culture and history.
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