Japan's most famous ghost story - Jeffrey Angles
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DownloadLong ago, on the shores of southern Japan,
a temple was built near the site of a naval battle
that concluded a long and gruesome conflict.
The Genpei Wars, fought in the 12th century
between the rebellious Minamoto warriors and the ruling Taira clan,
had taken countless lives.
And for centuries after, performers throughout the country
honored this tragic past in beautiful, haunting performances.
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Key Vocabulary (25)
Night is the period of time between sunset and sunrise when the sky is dark. It is the time when most people rest, sleep, and the moon is often visible.
The whole physical structure of a person or animal, including the bones, skin, and internal organs. It is used to describe the entire physical being of a living or deceased entity.
Located in or directed toward the south. It describes things, people, or places that come from the southern part of a country, region, or the world.
A monk is a man who is a member of a religious group and lives in a special building called a monastery. He usually lives a simple life, away from other people, focusing on prayer, meditation, and work.
"The monk lived in a monastery."
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"Long road."
A temple is a special building used for religious worship and prayer, especially in religions like Buddhism, Hinduism, or ancient Greek religion. It is often a place of great historical or cultural importance that travelers visit.
"The temple is important."
The upper part of the human body that contains the brain, eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. It is supported by the neck and is the center for the senses and thinking.
"The head is important."
To keep someone or something safe from harm, injury, or danger. In a family context, it often refers to the way parents or older relatives look after children to ensure they are not hurt.
"The protect is important."
The past refers to the period of time that has already happened before the present moment. It includes all previous events, experiences, and people that are no longer here.
"The past is important."
Grammar in This Video
"Finally, he sang of their defeat."
"Hōichi was a biwa-hōshi— a blind performer who sang songs of battle while playin..."
"a temple was built near the site of a naval battle"
"He sang of a war so terrible it had torn Japan apart."
"The monk agreed to follow the samurai. However, as they walked, the ground seeme..."
"while playing an instrument called the biwa"
"In exchange, he would be rewarded handsomely— so long as he kept those visits se..."
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