Central Ideas of Shinto

What are the central ideas in Shinto about who or what God is? What role does the Islands of Japan have in Shinto? How did Shinto shape the Japanese concept of war in WW II?

Will Buddhism replace the religions in the U.S.

Will Buddhism replace the religions in the U.S.? I'm pretty sure the answer is no, but I need information as to why.

The Role of Religious Traditions and People's Beliefs and Attitudes towards Religion

What is the importance of being knowledgeable about other peoples' beliefs and attitudes towards religion? What is the the role of tradition in religion in general?

World Religious Traditions

Need help in describing the historical development of Zen Buddhism into a religion.

Who or what is the root of evil, suffering, and death

Have you ever pondered who or what is the root of evil, suffering, and death, or what sustains life? Who or what had the greatest influence on your understanding of the notion of god? Note: I don't come from a religious background, therefore; I'm having a difficult time answering these questions. Please help me formulate an answer to these two questions based on your experiences and background. Thanks!