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From "The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion (Third Edition, Vol. 03 of 12)" by Frazer, James George
Mikado
The spiritual emperor of Japan, considered an incarnation of the sun goddess.
Core Belief
"As a manifest deity, he believes in his own divine power and responsibility for maintaining peace and tranquility in his empire."
Worldview
The Mikado views the world as being dependent on his actions, with the course of nature and even the existence of the world bound up with his life.
Personality
Highly revered and considered most holy, the Mikado is described as being dedicated to idleness and pleasures, with his life regulated by strict rules and ceremonies.
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